Personal & Professional Development
This work based learning module will support students in developing a critical understanding of the main theories of experiential and reflective learning. It will also involve students with engaging in reflective practice as a means of reviewing and improving their own learning in the workplace. Students will be required to produce a Professional and Personal Development Plan
Syllabus
During the module students will cover:
- Theories of knowledge
- Theories of experiential learning
- Theories of reflective practice
- Models of practical implementation of reflective practice
- Models of personal and professional development
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will be able to:
- Critically analyse and apply theories of experiential learning and reflective practice for improving own practice
- Produce an analysis of current and required personal and professional skills relevant for own work role
- Plan, design and develop a personal and professional development plan
- Demonstrate skills and knowledge required for development within a professional and academic environment