This unit prepares students to devise, design and assess professional development programs for the healthcare setting. Students will work through the process of developing an effective professional development offering by identifying a workplace learning need to be addressed. Students will then develop goals and objectives and formulate an education program to address the identified need. By critically reflecting on the principles of adult learning and education, including heutagogy, students will cross-examine and advocate the use of different teaching strategies required to deliver professional development across diverse settings.
Unit details
Location:
Victoria University Online
Study level:
Postgraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
HNO6007
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Learning Outcomes
| 1. | Undertake a training needs analysis in a healthcare setting; | ||
| 2. | Devise and design professional development programs for the healthcare setting; | ||
| 3. | Exemplify skills in using the principles of planning cost effective professional development programs; | ||
| 4. | Interrogate the concepts of preceptor/mentor/clinical educator and the implementation in specific healthcare education professional development models; and | ||
| 5. | Articulate and demonstrate the communication skills required for effective facilitation of teaching and professional development in healthcare settings. |
Assessment
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Reflection (500 words) | 10% |
| Other | Planning a professional development program (2500 words) | 50% |
| Presentation | Effective professional development in healthcare settings (2000 words) | 40% |
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