This module has been developed to support practitioners in their role as educators and assessors. It is suitable for any health or social care professional who has a practice supervisor role and is intended to develop skills in providing education within the practice environment. 

The aim of the module is to develop the appropriate knowledge, understanding and skills to supervise others in their professional learning within the practice setting.

This module explores the application of the skills of mentorship, supervision and teaching within the practice environment. The application of the theories of teaching and learning, models of supervision and learning are explored, identifying evidence and using evidence for best effect.

Teaching sessions and a work-based portfolio will be used to develop the students' understanding of learning and the factors which influence individual learning. These will include learning styles; reflection; facilitating development; creating a learning environment; models of supervision; assessment; evaluation and managing challenges faced by learners in practice. Students will be required to draw upon their practical experience and theoretical knowledge to discuss, develop and evaluate their roles as facilitators of professional development in the work place. In addition to their personal development, all students must be responsible for the development of others over the duration of the module.

The course is delivered by online synchronous teaching sessions:  

Thursday 27^th March 2025 10-4
Thursday 10^th April 2025 10- 4
Wednesday 7^th May 2025 10-4
Wednesday 21^st May 2025 10-4
Wednesday 4^th June 2025 10-4
Wednesday 18th June 2025 10-4
Wednesday 2^nd July 2025 10-4
 Wednesday 16^th July 2025 (Assessment) 10-4

This module can contribute to the following programme(s)

HSMIRSM: MSc Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences – Advanced Radiotherapy and Oncology Practice

HHMPHYMSC: MSc Advanced Physiotherapy

HSAPPM: MSc Advanced Paramedic Practice

HSPEHCPGC: Pg Cert in Practice Education in Health and Care