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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Biomedical Science: Professional Practice 1
Reference AS1599 Version 1
Created September 2017 SCQF Level SCQF 7
Approved February 2018 SCQF Points 15
Amended ECTS Points 7.5

Aims of Module
To provide students with an understanding of the expectations of a biomedical science professional and obligation to maintain fitness to practice.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Explain the role of the Health and Care Professions Council, their eligibility requirements for registration, and the role of the Institute of Biomedical Science.
2 Explain the concept 'fitness to practice', including the need for life-long learning.
3 Show an understanding of 'equal opportunities' and non-discriminatory practice.
4 Explain the advantages of participation in accreditation schemes for pathological laboratories in the UK, external quality assurance schemes, and the need for internal quality control in the laboratories.

Indicative Module Content
The role of the Institute of Biomedical Science in the professional development of biomedical scientists; Professional ethics and applicable legislation; Confidentiality and professional integrity; The role of the Health and Care Professions Council; Requirements for registration as a Biomedical Scientist; Standards of Proficiency for Biomedical Scientists; Equal opportunities policy and the importance of practicing in a non-discriminatory manner; Portfolio submission.

Module Delivery
Lectures will cover the aspects relating to the roles and expectations of a health professional. Seminars presented by guest speaks from various industries will allow students to make an informed choice regarding their future career path.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 20 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 130 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL 150 N/A
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body    

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Coursework Weighting: 100% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 4
Description: Portfolio competencies covering a range of HCPC Standards of Proficiency; Critical Contribution

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
This module is assessed using the one component detailed in the Assessment Plan and all learning outcomes must be passed.
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
Pass A satisfactory response to each individual Standard of Proficiency
Fail An unsatisfactory response to one or more of the Standards of Proficiency
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module None, in addition to course entry requirements.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 HEALTH AND CARE PROFESSIONS COUNCIL. Guidance on Conduct and Ethics for Students. Current Edition. Health and Care Professions Council
2 PITT, S.J and CUNNINGHAM, J.M. An introduction to Biomedical Science in Professional and Clinical Practice. Current Edition. : Wiley-Blackwell
3 AHMED, N., GLENCROSS, H., and WANG, Q. Biomedical Science Practice: Experimental and Professional Skills. Current Edition. : Oxford University Press

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