This is the first of two modules that relate to Clinical Practice and Professionalism. This module combines personal and professional development with the first practice placement experience which takes place over 14 weeks during Year 1. The student will be introduced to the importance of professionalism, skills and attitudes in preparation for first post competencies and lifelong learning. The clinical practice experience enforces the university-based learning to ensure the student will meet the Health and Care Professions Council Standards of Proficiency for Radiographers for safe and effective practice.
This module will also enable students to develop their clinical knowledge and skills in the university and clinical environments. Within this module, diagnostic imaging techniques of the chest, abdomen, appendicular and axial skeletons will be taught, practised and assessed at University and undertaken whilst on clinical placement. During their placement the student will undertake imaging techniques of the chest, abdomen, appendicular and axial skeleton (lateral skull, facial bones and dental techniques), under close supervision.
The learning and teaching strategy for this module will take a student centred approach and will consist of university based lectures, tutorials, practicals, simulation and supportive online resources. The practical tutorials and simulation will take place in the Rose Thompson imaging lab and Florence Nightingale clinical simulation suite. Practice placements will facilitate the supervised practice and consolidation of skills, related to communication, patient-centred care and radiographic practice. The module will be assessed by three components: assessment of radiographic imaging techniques and patient care, reflective writing assignment, to demonstrate personal development/patient-centred care and assessment of clinical practice using the ‘Practice Assessment Record and Evaluation’ (PARE). In preparation for these assessments, the student will also be provided with formative feedback relating to academic and professional practice.