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:  

Wednesday 27^th March 2025 10-4
Wednesday 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

When studied with the modules, 7HSK2085 Coaching Skills for Leading and 7HSK0267 Enabling Learning in Contemporary Healthcare this module forms part of the Postgraduate Certificate in Practice Education in Health and Care. 

The participant must be responsible for the development of others over the duration of the module. 

The assessment is 100% coursework consisting of a portfolio and oral assessment.

The student will be able to:

•  Evaluate the evidence base for professional education in practice.
• Analyse and synthesise information and create responses to individuals' personal learning needs and facilitate an inclusive learning nvironment.
• Critically evaluate and apply educational principles to identify and interpret learning and assessment needs for all learners.
• Engage in a critical community, facilitating reflection within self and others to enhance future practice as an educator.
• Utilise evidence based practice to critically evaluate the effectiveness of existing learning experiences/resources within the practice setting and formulate action plan(s) to enhance and develop future learning in practice.