HS700-4-AU-CO:
Study and Lifelong Learning

The details
2023/24
Health and Social Care (School of)
Colchester Campus
Autumn
Undergraduate: Level 4
Current
Thursday 05 October 2023
Friday 15 December 2023
15
20 September 2022

 

Requisites for this module
(none)
(none)
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Key module for

FDSCL515 Assistant Practitioner,
FDSCL515SO Assistant Practitioner,
CERXL518 Health and Social Care

Module description

The module explores the concept of communication and workplace learning. The application of listening and effective communication skills is directed toward building trust and addressing the real concerns of patients. The module addresses reading, essay writing, key literacy skills, digital literacy, literature searching and written communication skills.

Module aims

To place the development of the role of the Assistant Practitioner in the context of a learning continuum based in Higher Education.

To develop interpersonal and communication skills which enhance personal and professional effectiveness.

To introduce reflection and reflective practice, to enable the individual to evaluate personal strengths and limitations in skills, knowledge, competence, and personal attributes to develop in and outside the workplace.

To introduce a range of academic literacy and numeracy skills (reading, writing, digital, presenting information and critical analysis) and embed to support study and lifelong learning.

To develop self-awareness, resilience, emotional intelligence, and effective communication skills that enhance the therapeutic use of self.

Module learning outcomes

On successful completion of this module, the apprentice should be able to:

Demonstrate the ability to engage with technology and gather relevant information from a wide range of sources including electronic data relevant to health and social care practice (Essay).

Review their own study skills, learning styles and personal strengths as the basis for setting goals for learning (Skills portfolio).

Write in a range of different styles for different audiences and produce appropriately referenced academic work related to the workplace (Essay).

Use reflection to link learning with workplace and new knowledge and understanding (Essay).

Demonstrate understanding of communication as a human interaction and the barriers to effective communication (Essay).

Initiate rapport, respond to non-verbal cues, and show compassion in all healthcare encounters consistent with relevant legislation, policies and procedures (Essay)

Demonstrate understanding of the Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours (KSBs) of the Occupational Standard for Apprentices (Essay and Skills portfolio)
KSBs: K1-4, K16,17,19, 20,21,24, S1-4, S12,13,16,17,18,20,21,23,28, B1-3 (see appendix)

Module information

Learning to study and to develop communication skills are critical to personal and professional effectiveness. The module introduces the apprentice to personal study skills and techniques to build personal impact, influence, and effectiveness in dealings with others. It takes the participants from learning about themselves, their capacity to learn, and the process they have successfully used in the past, to their interest in, and knowledge of, the subject they wish to learn. This module further highlights the notion that responsibility is the recognition that to succeed, the apprentice should make decisions about their priorities, time, and resources to develop lifelong study skills.

Learning and teaching methods

Overview: This module utilises a range of teaching and learning methods, so all learning styles are accommodated for, support is provided on a class, group, and individual basis. A considerable amount of extension activities are provided within the module to accommodate the wide range of apprentices' abilities. Lectures: A wide range of electronic media such as PowerPoint, video clips, images and audio will be utilised. Classroom, Zoom, independent and group work activities. Student led activities. Independent: There are several formative activities used within the module to promote independent learning as well as module material to direct apprentices to key resources. Placement: Apprentices are employed in practice for a minimum of 30 hours per week. Online: Social media and Virtual Learning Environment utilised. There are a range of forums, screen casts and interactive learning activities used to support learning. Tutorials Personal and group tutorials are available throughout the module, and it is expected that the apprentice meets with the module lead at least once during the module to discuss written work. It is the apprentice's responsibility to attend group tutorials and to arrange any personal tutorials with the module lead. Skills: There are formative activities that are included within the module to assess the acquisition of necessary skills such as essay writing, use of IT, and communication skills.

Bibliography

The above list is indicative of the essential reading for the course.
The library makes provision for all reading list items, with digital provision where possible, and these resources are shared between students.
Further reading can be obtained from this module's reading list.

Assessment items, weightings and deadlines

Coursework / exam Description Deadline Coursework weighting
Coursework   Summative Submission    100% 

Additional coursework information

A 1500-word Communication Essay The assignment for this module is a reflection on a practice situation involving communication. The apprentice needs to explore reflection and how this relates to everyday working practice. Using Driscoll (2007) model of reflection to structure the essay, the apprentice must examine a specific incident that involved a communication issue in their workplace. The issue should be a sugnificant incident that occurred that prompted the apprentice to question, enquire or examine their practice or the practice of the people around them.

Exam format definitions

  • Remote, open book: Your exam will take place remotely via an online learning platform. You may refer to any physical or electronic materials during the exam.
  • In-person, open book: Your exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer to any physical materials such as paper study notes or a textbook during the exam. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
  • In-person, open book (restricted): The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer only to specific physical materials such as a named textbook during the exam. Permitted materials will be specified by your department. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
  • In-person, closed book: The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may not refer to any physical materials or electronic devices during the exam. There may be times when a paper dictionary, for example, may be permitted in an otherwise closed book exam. Any exceptions will be specified by your department.

Your department will provide further guidance before your exams.

Overall assessment

Coursework Exam
100% 0%

Reassessment

Coursework Exam
100% 0%
Module supervisor and teaching staff
Mrs Natalie Cowan, email: njcowa@essex.ac.uk.
Natalie Cowan
Callum Marshall - hsccolapp@essex.ac.uk E: fdhealth@essex.ac.uk

 

Availability
No
No
No

External examiner

Dr Lindsay Welch
University of Southampton
Lecturer
Miss Joanne Bartlett
The Open University
Academic Lead/Practice Tutor
Resources
Available via Moodle
Of 52 hours, 48 (92.3%) hours available to students:
1 hours not recorded due to service coverage or fault;
3 hours not recorded due to opt-out by lecturer(s), module, or event type.

 

Further information
Health and Social Care (School of)

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