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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Continuing Professional Development for Dietetics
Reference HS4132 Version 2
Created May 2019 SCQF Level SCQF 10
Approved July 2018 SCQF Points 15
Amended June 2019 ECTS Points 7.5

Aims of Module
To provide students with the ability to evaluate critically theoretical and practical aspects of contemporary dietetic practice by reflecting on experiences gained from practice placements.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Demonstrate extensive critical, integrated knowledge of diet therapy and the nutrition and dietetic care process in the management of patient care.
2 Evaluate critically aspects of professional practice.
3 Contextualise professional practice with regard to other professions and issues affecting society as a whole.

Indicative Module Content
N&D Care process. Contemporary issues impinging on the practice of dietitians. Aspects of professional practice and management that affect the working environment of dietitians. HCPC CPD requirements, personal and professional development in the workplace (Knowledge and Skills Framework, Flying Start etc).

Module Delivery
Tutorials and peer-led seminars.

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
Description: Case presentation.

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
This module is assessed using one component of assessment as detailed in the Assessment Plan. To pass this module, candidates must achieve a Module Grade D or better.
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A A
B B
C C
D D
E E
F F
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module AS3029 Practice Placement B.
Corequisites for module AS4025 Practice Placement C
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 HEALTH AND CARE PROFESSIONS COUNCIL, 2013. Standards of proficiency: Dietitians. London: Health and Care Professions Council.
2 HEALTH AND CARE PROFESSIONS COUNCIL, 2016. Standards of conduct, performance, and ethics. London: Health and Care Professions Council.

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