Physiotherapy Practice Marking Descriptors
ALL LEVELS
SECTION APractice Placement Outcome / Inadequate/Fail / Acceptable/Pass
SAFETY
To comply with all organisational policies, work within the limits of own practice seek advice or refer to other professional/agencies where appropriate.
(Health & Care Professions Council [HCPC]
Standard of Proficiency [SOP] 1 & 2) / Insufficient evidence of acceptable level of practice. / Complies with relevant department health & safety policies, e.g. infection control, confidentiality/data protection, moving & handling.
Demonstrates safe practice.
Applies interventions in a way that minimises the risk to service users, self or others, through effective risk assessment.
Seeks help when appropriate & informs the educator about adverse findings &/or service user complaints.
Works within the limits of their own practice.
PROFESSIONALISM
To maintain standards of personal professional conduct & practise within the legal ethical boundaries of the profession in a non-discriminatory manner
(HCPC Guidance on Conduct Ethics for Students 2012).(HCPC SOP 2, 3, 6 & 7)
To be aware of the impact of culture, equality diversity on practice.
(HCPC SOP 5) / Insufficient evidence of acceptable level of practice. / Complies with relevant codes of practice including the ‘Code of Professional Values Behaviours’ (CSP, 2011)‘Guidance on Conduct Ethics for Students’ (HCPC, 2012).
Demonstrates the core values of the NHS Constitution including putting service users first, honesty, compassion, respect & dignity of service users, carers or colleagues.
Practises in a non-discriminatory manner & has awareness of the different cultural needs of individuals.
Is punctual & manages time effectively to avoid delay or inconvenience to others.
Appropriate standards of dress & hygiene maintained following UWE & departmental guidance/policy.
Implements arrangements & agreed procedures when instructed.
Responds to verbal instructions &/or warnings professionally & proactively resulting in an improvement in performance.
Physiotherapy Practice Marking Descriptors
LEVEL 1
SECTION B Please note - higher band descriptors also include all lower band descriptors for that level e.g. ‘Good’ includes those for ‘Acceptable’F A I L / P A S S
Mark/Descriptor
Practice
Placement Outcome
/ 0-29Very Limited / 30-39
Limited / 40-49
Acceptable
(3rd) / 50-59
Good
(2:2) / 60-69
Very Good
(2:1) / 70-79
Excellent
(1st) / 80-89
Outstanding / 90-100
Exceptional
COMMUNICATION
To demonstrate appropriateverbal, non-verbal written communication skills in a limited range of non-complex situations.
(HCPC SOP 8 & 10) / Minimal/ Insufficient evidence of acceptable communication. / Limited evidence of acceptable communication. / Demonstrates ability to use appropriate communication (volume, tone, language, body language) in a limited range of non-complex situations.
Complies with legal organisation standards for all service user records (legible, dated, signed, errors amended correctly & use of agreed abbreviations). / Demonstrateseffective & appropriate communication skills showing some ability to modifywith guidance.
Gains a rapport with most service users.
Accurately records relevant information within an agreed timeframe. / Demonstrates effective & appropriate communication skills, modifying appropriately.
Shows some empathy, sensitivity & compassion.
Asks questionseffectivelywith some guidance. Provides appropriate written information/instructions for service user.
Notes are logical, concise. / Uses appropriate types of questions effectively. Responds appropriately toinformation provided by service users or staff. / Reassures, directs, motivates or persuades when necessary.
Extracts relevant information from a range of sources. / Deals with questions from service users, staff others effectively considering own level of ability & responsibility
CLINICAL REASONING
To demonstrate basic knowledge & understanding of relevant anatomy, biomechanics, physiology & pathology.
To be able to formulate an appropriate simple problem list from basic assessment findings, show some ability to clinically reason with prompting, & identify some ideas for appropriate physiotherapy intervention with guidance.
To begin to evaluate interventions with guidance by engaging inreflection
(HCPC SOPs 4,11,12,13 &14) / Minimal/ Insufficient evidence of acceptable knowledge, understanding & clinical reasoning. / Limited evidence of acceptableknowledge, understanding & clinical reasoning. / Basic level of knowledge understanding.
Formulates simple problem lists & plans underpinned by clinical reasoning with guidance.
Beginning to use reflection to evaluate practice with guidance.
Awareness of the relevance of evidence. / Relevant level of knowledge & understanding.
Formulatesappropriate problem lists using clinical reasoning to select, plan & prioritise appropriate interventions with minimal guidance.
Reflects on interventions & identifies some ideas for appropriate goals using appropriate outcome measures. / Broad level of knowledge & understanding.
Applies problem solving & clinical reasoning to set SMART goals, plan & prioritise appropriate interventions.
Critically evaluates interventions using evidence-based practice,reflection & appropriate outcome measures. / Progresses/ regresses interventions appropriately with some guidance.
Consistent use of evidence base & reflection to inform own practice. / Summarises key assessment findings & justifies interventions with sound clinical reasoning.
Progresses/ regresses interventions with minimal/no guidance.
Deals with complex presentations with guidance. / Progresses/ regresses interventions effectively.
Recognises when to discontinue treatment & discharge service users appropriately
Deals with complex presentations with minimal or no guidance.
Physiotherapy Practice Marking Descriptors
Level 1
SECTION B Please note - higher band descriptors also include all lower band descriptors for that level e.g. ‘Good’ includes those for ‘Acceptable’F A I L / P A S S
Mark/Descriptor
Practice
Placement Outcome
/ 0-29Very Limited / 30-39
Limited / 40-49
Acceptable
(3rd) / 50-59
Good
(2:2) / 60-69
Very Good
(2:1) / 70-79
Excellent
(1st) / 80-89
Outstanding / 90-100
Exceptional
PRACTICAL SKILLS
To deliver safe appropriate assessment treatment techniques in a limited range of non-complex situations.
(HCPC SOPs 14 & 15) / Minimal/ insufficient evidence of acceptable practical skills. / Limited evidence of acceptable practical skills. / Delivers safe & appropriate assessment & treatment techniques in a limited range of non-complex situations.
Provides sufficient information to ensure appropriate consent is gained in line with Trust or Department policy. / Completessafe, effective, appropriate & non-complex assessments & treatments within an appropriate timeframe.
Aware of the contraindications or precautions of any intervention delivered recognises potential adverse effects. / Performs safe & effective assessments & treatments with due consideration of the service user’s needs. / Completesassessments treatments fluently systematically.Modifies interventions in response to findings & environment / Offers a range of assessment treatment options.
Selects applies appropriate outcome measures. / Adapts to various clinical situations (which may be complex) responds to change when required.
Adapts interventions to individuals by identifying their perceptions of their needs.
ORGANISATION & LEARNING BEHAVIOUR
To be able to manage placement workload resources with guidance use your portfolio effectively with prompting.
(HCPC SOPs 1 & 11) / Minimal/ Insufficient evidence of acceptable organisation & learning behaviour. / Limited evidence of acceptable organisation & learning behaviour. / Manages placement workload & resources with guidance.
Identifies own strengths weaknesses through the use of reflective practice. / Manages workload & resources & starting to prioritise with guidance. Contributes to team working with prompting.
Takes responsibility for the effective use of a portfolio with minimal guidance. / Manage & prioritises workload & resources effectively.Develops & uses personal goals to aid learning & development.
Recognises the roles of other team members & respects their skills & opinions.
Responds positively to feedback implements changes proactively. / Actively seeks guidance feedback to assist own development. Plans own working day makes effective use of available resources(where possible applicable). / Prioritises own workload (where possible applicable). Recognises need to modify workload or resources in response to changes in working environment. / Makes a meaningful contribution to the team (e.g. participation in discussions, team/case meetings, joint documentation).
Physiotherapy Practice Marking Descriptors
LEVEL 2
SECTION B Please note -higher band descriptors also include all lower band descriptors for that level e.g. ‘Good’ includes those for ‘Acceptable’- acceptable’ for levels 2 & 3 include ‘Acceptable’ for lower levels.
F A I L / P A S S
Mark/Descriptor
Practice
Placement Outcome
/ 0-29Very Limited / 30-39
Limited / 40-49
Acceptable
(3rd) / 50-59
Good
(2:2) / 60-69
Very Good
(2:1) / 70-79
Excellent
(1st) / 80-89
Outstanding / 90-100
Exceptional
COMMUNICATION
To demonstrate effective & appropriate verbal, non-verbal & written communication skills with guidance showing some ability to modify
(HCPC SOPs 8 & 10) / Minimal/ Insufficient evidence of acceptable communication / Limited evidence of acceptable communication / Demonstrateseffective & appropriate communication skills showing some ability to modifywith guidance.
Gains a rapport with most service users.
Accurately records relevant information within an agreed timeframe. / Demonstrates effective & appropriate communication skills, modifying appropriately.
Shows some empathy, sensitivity & compassion.
Asks questions effectively with some guidance. Provides appropriate written information/instructions for service user.
Notes are logical & concise. / Uses appropriate types of questions effectively. Responds appropriately to information provided by service users or staff. / Reassures, directs, motivates or persuades when necessary.
Extracts relevant information from a range of sources. / Deals with questions from service users, staff others effectively considering own level of ability & responsibility / Adapts communication to suit all individuals including those with complex needs.
CLINICAL REASONING
To demonstrate knowledge& understanding of relevant anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, pathology & psychosocial/cultural factors.
To be able to formulate an appropriate problem list from assessment findings, clinically reason with minimal prompting, plan appropriate physiotherapy intervention & prioritise this with some guidance.
To be able to evaluate interventions by engaging in reflection & using appropriate outcome measures.
(HCPC SOPs 4,11,12,13,14) / Minimal/ Insufficient evidence of acceptable knowledge, understanding & clinical reasoning / Limited evidence of acceptable
knowledge, understanding & clinical reasoning / Relevant level of knowledge & understanding.
Formulatesappropriate problem lists using clinical reasoning to select, plan & prioritise appropriate interventions with minimal guidance.
Reflects on interventions & identifies some ideas for appropriate goals using appropriate outcome measures. / Broad level of knowledge & understanding.
Applies problem solving & clinical reasoning to set SMART goals, plan & prioritise appropriate interventions.
Critically evaluates interventions using evidence-based practice,reflection & appropriate outcome measures. / Progresses/ regresses interventions appropriately with some guidance.
Consistent use of evidence base & reflection to inform own practice. / Summarises key assessment findings & justifies interventions with sound clinical reasoning.
Progresses/ regresses interventions with minimal/no guidance.
Deals with complex presentations with guidance. / Progresses/ regresses interventions effectively.
Recognises when to discontinue treatment & discharge service users appropriately
Deals with complex presentations with minimal or no guidance. / Plans & adapts practice consistently, independently & confidently to provide effective, individualised & timely interventions.
Physiotherapy Practice Marking Descriptors
LEVEL 2
SECTION B Please note -higher band descriptors also include all lower band descriptors for that level e.g. ‘Good’ includes those for ‘Acceptable’- acceptable’ for levels 2 & 3 include ‘Acceptable’ for lower levels.
F A I L / P A S S
Mark/Descriptor
Practice
Placement Outcome
/ 0-29Very Limited / 30-39
Limited / 40-49
Acceptable
(3rd) / 50-59
Good
(2:2) / 60-69
Very Good
(2:1) / 70-79
Excellent
(1st) / 80-89
Outstanding / 90-100
Exceptional
PRACTICAL SKILLS
To deliver safe, effective & appropriate assessment & treatment techniques in non-complex situations
(HCPC SOPs 14 & 15) / Minimal/ insufficient evidence of acceptable practical skills. / Limited evidence of acceptable practical skills. / Completessafe, effective, appropriate & non-complex assessments & treatments within an appropriate timeframe.
Aware of the contraindications or precautions of any intervention delivered recognises potential adverse effects. / Performs safe & effective assessments & treatments with due consideration of the service user’s needs. / Completesassessments & treatments fluently & systematically.Modifies interventions in response to findings & environment / Offers a range of assessment & treatment options.
Selects & applies appropriate outcome measures. / Adapts to various clinical situations (which may be complex) responds to change when required.
Adapts interventions to individuals by identifying their perceptions of their needs. / Assesses & treats service users with complex needs independently & effectively in a creative & confident manner.
ORGANISATION & LEARNING BEHAVIOUR
To be able to manage & start to prioritise placement workload & resources with guidance, contribute to team working with prompting & take responsibility for the effective use of a portfolio with minimal prompting
(HCPC SOPs 1, 9 & 11) / Minimal/ Insufficient evidence of acceptable organisation & learning behaviour. / Limited evidence of acceptable organisation & learning behaviour. / Manages workload & resources & starting to prioritise with guidance. Contributes to team working with prompting.
Takes responsibility for the effective use of a portfolio with minimal guidance. / Manage & prioritises workload & resources effectively.Develops & uses personal goals to aid learning & development.
Recognises the roles of other team members & respects their skills & opinions.
Responds positively to feedback implements changes proactively. / Actively seeks guidance feedback to assist own development. Plans own working day makes effective use of available resources(where possible applicable). / Prioritises own workload (where possible applicable). Recognises need to modify workload or resources in response to changes in working environment. / Makes a meaningful contribution to the team (e.g. participation in discussions, team/case meetings, joint documentation). / Integrates into the day to day routine of the unit adapts own practice to the requirements or procedures of the team.
Physiotherapy Practice Marking Descriptors
LEVEL 3
SECTION B Please note -higher band descriptors also include all lower band descriptors for that level e.g. ‘Good’ includes those for ‘Acceptable’- acceptable’ for levels 2 & 3 include ‘Acceptable’ for lower levels.
F A I L / P A S S
Mark/Descriptor
Practice
Placement Outcome
/ 0-29Very Limited / 30-39
Limited / 40-49
Acceptable
(3rd) / 50-59
Good
(2:2) / 60-69
Very Good
(2:1) / 70-79
Excellent
(1st) / 80-89
Outstanding / 90-100
Exceptional
COMMUNICATION
To demonstrate effective & appropriate verbal, non-verbal & written communication skills with all relevant individuals, modifying as appropriate.
(HCPC SOPs 8 & 10) / Minimal/ Insufficient evidence of acceptable communication / Limited evidence of acceptable communication / Demonstrates effective & appropriate communication skills, modifying appropriately.
Shows some empathy, sensitivity & compassion.
Asks questions effectively with some guidance. Provides appropriate written information/instructions for service user.
Notes are logical & concise. / Uses appropriate types of questions effectively. Responds appropriately to information provided by service users or staff. / Reassures, directs, motivates or persuades when necessary.
Extracts relevant information from a range of sources. / Deals with questions from service users, staff others effectively considering own level of ability & responsibility / Adapts communication to suit all individuals including those with complex needs. / Consistently communicates at an exceptional level with service users, colleagues & other staff in all situations.
CLINICAL REASONING
To demonstrate broad knowledge & understanding of relevant anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, pathology & psychosocial/cultural factors.
To be able to apply problem solving & clinical reasoning to assessment findings to plan & prioritise appropriate physiotherapy intervention.
To be able to critically evaluate interventions by engaging in evidence-based practice, reflection & the use of appropriate outcome measures.
(HCPC SOPs 4, 11, 12, 13 &14) / Minimal/ Insufficient evidence of acceptable knowledge, understanding & clinical reasoning / Limited evidence of acceptable
knowledge, understanding & clinical reasoning / Broad level of knowledge & understanding.
Applies problem solving & clinical reasoning to set SMART goals, plan & prioritise appropriate interventions.
Critically evaluates interventions using evidence-based practice,reflection & appropriate outcome measures. / Progresses/ regresses interventions appropriately with some guidance.
Consistent use of evidence base & reflection to inform own practice. / Summarises key assessment findings & justifies interventions with sound clinical reasoning.
Progresses/ regresses interventions with minimal/no guidance.
Deals with complex presentations with guidance. / Progresses/ regresses interventions effectively.
Recognises when to discontinue treatment & discharge service users appropriately
Deals with complex presentations with minimal or no guidance. / Plans & adapts practice consistentlyindependently to provide effective, individualised & timely interventions. / Delivers comprehensive interventions in a confident manner taking account of requirements of the service & wider healthcare issues.
Physiotherapy Practice Marking Descriptors
LEVEL 3
SECTION B Please note -higher band descriptors also include all lower band descriptors for that level e.g. ‘Good’ includes those for ‘Acceptable’- acceptable’ for levels 2 & 3 include ‘Acceptable’ for lower levels.
F A I L / P A S S
Mark/Descriptor
Practice
Placement Outcome
/ 0-29Very Limited / 30-39
Limited / 40-49
Acceptable
(3rd) / 50-59
Good
(2:2) / 60-69
Very Good
(2:1) / 70-79
Excellent
(1st) / 80-89
Outstanding / 90-100
Exceptional
PRACTICAL SKILLS
To deliver safe, effective & appropriate assessment & treatment techniques
(HCPC SOPs 14 & 15) / Minimal/ insufficient evidence of acceptable practical skills. / Limited evidence of acceptable practical skills. / Performs safe & effective assessments & treatments with due consideration of the service user’s needs. / Completesassessments & treatments fluently & systematically.Modifies interventions in response to findings & environment / Offers a range of assessment & treatment options.
Selects & applies appropriate outcome measures. / Adapts to various clinical situations (which may be complex) responds to change when required.
Adapts interventions to individuals by identifying their perceptions of their needs. / Assesses & treats service users with complex needs independently & effectively in a creative & confident manner. / Independently delivers complex interventions in an efficient, effective & confident manner, adapting where appropriate
ORGANISATION & LEARNING BEHAVIOUR
To be able to manage & prioritise placement workload & resources effectively, contribute to the team as appropriate, & take responsibility for own learning by proactively using a portfolio
(HCPC SOPs 1, 4 & 11) / Minimal/ Insufficient evidence of acceptable organisation & learning behaviour. / Limited evidence of acceptable organisation & learning behaviour. / Manage & prioritises placement workload & resources effectively.Develops & uses personal goals to aid learning & development.
Recognises the roles of other team members & respects their skills & opinions.
Responds positively to feedback implements changes proactively. / Actively seeks guidance feedback to assist own development. Plans own working day makes effective use of available resources(where possible applicable). / Prioritises own workload (where possible applicable). Recognises need to modify workload or resources in response to changes in working environment. / Makes a meaningful contribution to the team (e.g. participation in discussions, team/case meetings, joint documentation). / Integrates into the day to day routine of the unit adapts own practice to the requirements or procedures of the team. / Develops effective working relationships with other team members shows the ability to respond to different personalities within the team.
Shows understanding of the "big picture" as well as tolerance when faced with any obstructions.