Practice-Based Learning (Placement) 3

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:

• Exhibit professionalism and safe practice by adhering to ethical, legal and regulatory standards in physiotherapy, as outlined in the 7 Professional Competencies of the Common Placement Assessment Form (CPAF).
• Demonstrate competency in professional development, interpersonal skills, and clinical decision-making by meeting the 10 Learning Domains of the Level 4 CPAF, applying them effectively in a range of practice-based learning settings.

Broadly speaking, at this level the focus is on consolidation and increasing independence. Below are some examples of what this might look like across the four pillars of practice. However, this may vary depending on the practice setting and level of complexity and should be tailored to this and your own learning needs. Clinical: - Increasing independence in the assessment and management of more complex presentations. - Application of clinical reasoning to form problem lists and provisional management plans under supervision. - Safe prescription of exercises, mobility aids and health promotion strategies. - Development of professional documentation and handover skills. Leadership and Management: - Manage aspects of a supervised caseload, demonstrating organisational and prioritisation skills. - Active participation in team discussions, recognising own role within service delivery. Education: - Providing advice and education to patients and carers with growing independence. - Supporting peers and contributing to shared learning in the practice environment. - Developing skills in self-directed learning and use of constructive feedback to improve performance. Research: - Critically evaluate research evidence to inform management plans. - Engagement with clinical guidelines, protocols, and outcome measures to evaluate care.

Prior to your placement you will receive a briefing. When on placement your learning will take place in a range of practice settings, under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. You will take an active role in physiotherapy across all four pillars of practice, gradually taking on greater responsibility as your skills and confidence develop. Teaching and learning are experiential, focusing on the integration of theoretical knowledge with practical application in real-world contexts. You will have opportunities to observe, participate in, and reflect on a wide range of physiotherapy interventions across different patient groups and settings. Learning is supported by direct supervision, feedback, peer learning, and self-directed study, encouraging you to develop critical thinking, clinical reasoning, professional behaviours and effective communication skills. Reflective practice and ongoing assessment will help you to identify strengths and areas for development, supporting your growth towards becoming a safe, competent and autonomous practitioner. Following your placement you will be expected to attend a cohort debriefing at the University, facilitated my members of the placement team.

Formative

This is how we¡¯ll give you feedback as you are learning. It is not a formal test or exam.

Assessment of Practice

• Assessment Type: Formative
• Feedback: You will receive informal feedback on a regular basis throughout your placement and will receive formal written feedback at halfway on what you are doing well and what you can do to improve.
• Final Assessment:
• Group Work: No

Summative

This is how we¡¯ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.

Referral

This is how we¡¯ll assess you if you don¡¯t meet the criteria to pass this module.