NA6103/NA7117
Mentor preparation module
NA6116/NA7118
Midwifery sign-off mentor preparation module
This is a 20 credit module offered at Level 6 and 7, which has been developed in line with the Standards for Learning and Assessment in Practice (NMC 2008), and has involved trust representatives, service users and students.
Nurses and allied health professionals access this interprofessional module, alongside midwifery colleagues who are undertaking the midwifery sign-off mentor preparation module.
Successful completion of the module will enable qualified practitioners to practice as mentors or practice placement educators. Midwives are prepared as midwifery sign off mentors as part of this module. It is your responsibility to inform your employer when you have successfully passed the module.
Module structure
The module is composed of five study days (30 hours) and a minimum of five practice- related days (30 hours), plus self-directed study (140 hours) towards completion of the module assessment. The module is normally completed within three months.
Teaching strategies
Sessions will incorporate a variety of approaches such as theoretical presentations, formative simulation on assessing / grading practice, discussion groups and interactive group work. Examples from your experience of working with learners in the practice setting will be used to integrate theoretical knowledge and practice.
Learning resources will be available on the module site on studentcentral. The module delivery will be in groups of about 25-30 students from different nursing fields and professions in day one to three. The remaining days four and five will be field and or profession specific.
Content
- Support roles and leadership in practice learning – professional standards
- Creating a learning environment – context of care, integration into the practice setting, promoting evidence based practice in education and educational audit
- The purpose and process of assessment, learners educational programmes and requirements, learning contracts, practice documentation, constructive feedback, accountability and developing resilience to manage challenging situations
- Facilitation of learning, learning / teaching theories and strategies and evaluation of teaching and learning
- Establishing effective professional and interprofessional working relationships, interprofessional learning in practice, HEI placement providers responsibilities in practice assessment
- Current issues in education, e.g. good health and character, reasonable adjustment, continuing professional development e.g. RAWL (recognition and accrediting work-related learning)
Student support
During the module the student mentors will have the support of:
- The module leader
- A practice facilitator (qualified mentor or sign off mentor (for midwives) or practice teacher.
Summative assessment
There are two elements to the summative assessment. The theoretical assignment to be submitted online and practical element are outlined below. Both theory and practice components must be successfully completed to achieve a pass for the module.
The pass mark is 40% at Level 6 and 50% at level 7.
Theoretical element – submitted online (75% of the marks)
A 2,500 word critical analysis (L 6) / critical evaluation (L7) of:
- the assessment of learner's practice
Practical element (25% of the marks)
Completion of a workbook, including:
- One teaching skill
- One assessment of a learner's practice skill (midwives complete three assessments of practice at summative points)
- Completion of a practice log (minimum of 30 hours)
Workbook activities
The practice facilitator will assess the workbook and grade the skills component (25% weighting). They will sign a verification list confirming successful completion of the practical element.
This includes a practice log record (minimum 30 hours) of practice related learning. Examples of activities are listed below.
Observation of:
- An experienced mentor or sign off mentor interviewing a learner
- Teaching and assessing in practice
- Observation structured clinical examination (OSCEs)
Engaging with:
- Learners
- Service user and carers in the assessment of practice
Networking with:
- Practice education facilitators
- Education link nurses
- Practice liaison lecturer
Preparation for:
- Teaching and assessment skills
Applying for the module
There are three intakes a year:
- September application deadline: 30 September
- February application deadline: 30 November
- April application deadline: 30 January
Applicants can select dates for modules running on the Brighton, Worthing and Eastbourne sites. Please include your preferred dates when submitting your application. All the information that you need to apply can be found on our 'How to apply' webpage.
Contacts
Mentorship Co-ordinator
Theresa Corkill
Tel: 01273 644553
Email: T.K.Corkill@brighton.ac.uk
Administration
For application packs and more information please contact:
Lawrence Daley (Mon, Thurs, Fri am only)
Tel: 01273 644095
Email: L.Daley@brighton.ac.uk
