Programme Specification
This Programme Specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.Sources of information on the programme can be found in Section 17
- Awarding Institution / Body
- Teaching Institution and Location of Delivery
- University School/Centre
- External Accreditation
- Title of Final Award
- Modes of Attendance offered
- UCAS Code
- Relevant Subject Benchmarking Group(s)
- Other external influences
Framework of Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ), England, Wales & Northern Ireland (2008)
A North West Clinical Placement Infrastructure Discussion Paper (2007)
QAA/ Dept of Health Phase 2 Benchmarking Project (2006 )
QAA Subject Benchmarks for Health Care (2006)
Skills for Health Learning and Development Framework (2005)
NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework. (2004)
QAA, Circular Letter 11/04, Statement of common purpose. (2004)
QAA Code of Practice for the Assurance of Academic Quality and Standards in Higher Education: Section 9 Placement Learning. (2001)
- Date of production/revision of this form
- Aims of the Programme
Level 6
- To enable students to develop knowledge, skills and behaviours that facilitatesmulti-professional learning, supervision and assessment of students in health and social care settings.
- To enable students to develop and enhance their knowledge, skills and behaviours in facilitating multi-professional learning and to influence work based learning environments through professional and clinical engagement.
- Learning Outcomes, Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods
A.Knowledge and Understanding
Level 6
A1. Facilitate appropriate supervisory relationships within the wider context of the multi-professional practice learning environment
A2. Assess learners against clear criteria, using appropriate tools and provide constructive feedback
Level 7
A1. Facilitate appropriate supervisory relationships and critically analyse strategies that enhance the quality of learning within the wider context of the multi-professional practice environment
A2. Assess learners against clear criteria, using appropriate tools and provide constructive feedback
Teaching and Learning Methods
Taught module
Lectures with small group discussion to facilitate debate and analysis of knowledge skills and behaviour. The workshops will enable the exploration of theory in relation to the students’ personal practice experiences. Tutorials and formative assessment.
In addition the module will be supported by e-learn – students will engage with this to access learning materials, supporting directed reading and study, access to blogs and chat rooms.
e.learn module
Structured use of chat rooms for synchronised discussion and support on a regular basis, supported by blogs on key module themes. Students will be encouraged to access on line learning packages, explore the web and read appropriately. Adobe reader technology will be used to supplement presentations and teaching materials.
Tutorials and formative assessments will be used to support the module.
Assessment methods
Negotiated topic
Statement of competence in practice
B.Subject-specific skills
Level 6
B1. Critically reflect on the responsibility of mentors / practice supervisors in relation to self, others and the requirements of relevant professional bodies / recognised codes of conduct in order to facilitate student learning and professional development
Level 7
B1. Critically reflect on the responsibility of mentors / practice supervisors in relation to decision making, quality assurance and the requirements of relevant professional bodies / recognised codes of conduct in order to facilitate student learning and professional development
Teaching and Learning Methods
Taught module
Lectures with small group discussion to facilitate debate and analysis of knowledge skills and behaviour. The workshops will enable the exploration of theory in relation to the students’ personal practice experiences. Tutorials and formative assessment.
In addition the module will be supported by e-learn – students will engage with this to access learning materials, supporting directed reading and study, access to blogs and chat rooms.
e.learn module
Structured use of chat rooms for synchronised discussion and support on a regular basis, supported by blogs on key module themes. Students will be encouraged to access on line learning packages, explore the web and read appropriately. Adobe reader technology will be used to supplement presentations and teaching materials.
Tutorials and formative assessments will be used to support the module.
Assessment methods
Negotiated topic
C.Thinking Skills
Level 6
C1. Plan, prepare, deliver and evaluate teaching, learning and assessment strategies and their application in the multi-professional learning environment
Level 7
C1. Critically analyse the issues involved in managing and leading education and training in diverse inter-professional health care environments
Teaching and Learning Methods
Taught module
Lectures with small group discussion to facilitate debate and analysis of knowledge skills and behaviour. The workshops will enable the exploration of theory in relation to the students’ personal practice experiences. Tutorials and formative assessment.
In addition the module will be supported by e-learn – students will engage with this to access learning materials, supporting directed reading and study, access to blogs and chat rooms.
e.learn module
Structured use of chat rooms for synchronised discussion and support on a regular basis, supported by blogs on key module themes. Students will be encouraged to access on line learning packages, explore the web and read appropriately. Adobe reader technology will be used to supplement presentations and teaching materials.
Tutorials and formative assessments will be used to support the module.
Assessment methods
Negotiated topic
D.Other skills relevant to employability and personal development
Level 6 and 7
D1. Personal development skills including time management, self-management, interpersonal skills
D2. Team working- understanding and developing role in team, effectiveness as team member
D3. Reflection on own learning and appropriate use of learning contracts, learning journal, critical incident analysis
D4. Communicationskills – oral, written, visual and use of information technology
D5. Problem solving including decision-making, critical thinking, enquiry based learning, negotiation skills.
Teaching and Learning Methods
Taught module
Lectures with small group discussion to facilitate debate and analysis of knowledge skills and behaviour. The workshops will enable the exploration of theory in relation to the students’ personal practice experiences. Tutorials and formative assessment.
In addition the module will be supported by e-learn – students will engage with this to access learning materials, supporting directed reading and study, access to blogs and chat rooms.
e.learn module
Structured use of chat rooms for synchronised discussion and support on a regular basis, supported by blogs on key module themes. Students will be encouraged to access on line learning packages, explore the web and read appropriately. Adobe reader technology will be used to supplement presentations and teaching materials.
Tutorials and formative assessments will be used to support the module.
Assessment methods
Negotiated topic
Statement of competence in practice
13.Programme Structures* / 14.Awards and Credits*
Level / Module Code / Module Title / Credit rating
Level 7 / NU4096
NU4097 / Multi-professional support of learning and assessing in practice / 20 / Certificate
Requires 20 credits at Level 6 or above
Level 6 / NU3096
NU3097 / Multi-professional support of learning and assessing in practice / 20
15.Personal Development Planning
Students will set a learning contract with their identified appropriately qualified mentor/practice supervisorin order to achieve competence in supporting learning in practice. This process will enable students to identify personal and professional learning needs by setting goals, implementing their action plan, monitoring and reviewing their progress towards agreed goals.
Students are encouraged to develop skills of reflection on their academic, personal and professional development as they progress through this programme.
Students will further develop their IT and searching skills by utilising the on-line Managed Learning Environment materials.
Personal Tutor support – individual appointments and via email and telephone contact.
Group support via taught University days and discussion board on eLearn
University support through the ‘i’ and student services which is available to all UCLan students.
16.Admissions criteria
Programme Specifications include minimum entry requirements, including academic qualifications, together with appropriate experience and skills required for entry to study. These criteria may be expressed as a range rather than a specific grade. Amendments to entry requirements may have been made after these documents were published and you should consult the University’s website for the most up to date information.
Students will be informed of their personal minimum entry criteria in their offer letter.
- Applicants must be working throughout the duration of the programme as a practitioner in a relevant post within a relevant professional setting
- Applicants must have a minimum of 12 months post-qualifying experience
- Evidence of contributing to the facilitation, supervision and assessment of learning
- Have access to students who are undertaking pre-registration / higher education programme
- Demonstrate an ability to study at the appropriate academic level
- Support from line manager to undertake the course, access students and to negotiate protected learning time in practice
- All applicants must have identified an appropriately qualifiedmentor/practice supervisor who has agreed to, supervise, support and assess in the practice learning environment.
17.Key sources of information about the programme
- University fact sheet
- University webpage: course information; online courses; Health
- Course Handbooks.
18.Curriculum Skills Map
Please tick in the relevant boxes where individual Programme Learning Outcomes are being assessed
Level / Module Code / Module Title / Core (C), Compulsory (COMP) or Option (O) / Programme Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and understanding / Subject-specific Skills / Thinking Skills / Other skills relevant to employability and personal development
A1 / A2 / B1 / C1 / D1 / D2 / D3 / D4 / D5
LEVEL7 / *NU4096/7 / Multi-professional support of learning and assessing in practice / Core / √ / √ / √ / √ / √ / √ / √ / √ / √
LEVEL 6 / *NU3096/7 / Multi-professional support of learning and assessing in practice / Core / √ / √ / √ / √ / √ / √ / √ / √ / √
*Please note you can undertake either NU4096/7 or NU3096/7
Note:Mapping to other external frameworks, e.g. professional/statutory bodies, will be included within Student Course Handbooks