Module Title:Preparation for Professional Practice
Credits: 10
NFQ Level:8
Module Delivered In 1 programme(s)
Teaching & Learning Strategies: The learning outcomes detailed above will be achieved through the following teaching methodologies: • Workshop discussion - communication of knowledge and ideas from the lecturer to the student. • Problem Solving Exercises/Case Studies – students will work as part of a team and will work together to discuss and evaluate scenarios related to placement. • Group Facilitation – Students to plan, deliver and evaluate a short activity in class. • Class Discussion/Debate - Students will be encouraged to actively participate in the class sessions which will develop their analytical, communication and practical skills. • E-Learning – It is envisaged that the module will be supported with on-line learning materials including discussion boards, blogs. • Self-Directed Independent Learning – the emphasis on independent learning will develop a strong and autonomous work and learning practices.
Module Aim: The aims of this module are to prepare students for professional social and community work to promote the self-development of student’s personal awareness and critiquing skills which will assist reflective practice.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 Identify learning goals for Supervised Professional Practice
LO2 Explain the role of supervision and refelective practice
LO3 Identify ethical issues which arise on Supervised Professional Practice
LO4 Reflect on their own positionality and its implications for the formation of their practice
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Locating the self
Defining ourselves, personal and social identity, playing a role, Social context, life experiences
The Ethical Practitioner
Everyday ethics, Ethical codes of conduct, Promoting ethical reflection and dialogue
Skills for practice
Effective communication, reflective practice, supervision
Preparing for Supervisied Professional Practice
Sourcing placement, doing C.V., the application process
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment100.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Other Online reflection 1,2,3,4 85.00 n/a
Other Organisation profile of placement organisation 1,4 15.00 n/a
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture 30 Weeks per Stage 1.00
Estimated Learner Hours 30 Weeks per Stage 1.67
Total Hours 80.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture Every Week 0.50
Total Hours 0.50
 

Module Delivered In

Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CW_HHYCW_B Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Youth and Community Work 1 Mandatory