Mentorship update session 2012

Mentorship updates Attendance at an ODP-specific HEI update is an essential element of the cycle of mentor development, because it ensures that the mentor remains current with student-related policies and assessment processes. The update is also an opportunity for the mentor to clarify any issues and develop a link with the HEI. CODP recognises that this may take a variety of forms; for example, formal updates, informal updates (which may occur in the working environment) or online updates. (CODP, 2009)

The Programme Brand new three year programme starting in September 2012 One of the first ODP programmes in the UK to be delivered at degree level The only one in Scotland 40:60 split between theory and practice

Entry Criteria Academic qualifications –3 Highers at C –English and Maths (at least at standard grade 3) HNC 1 st degree Other requirements –Selection interview –Satisfactory reference –Enhanced disclosure check –Satisfactory Occupational Health screening

Year One Modules Foundations for Practice in Health and Social Care – 20 credits Introduction to the Perioperative Environment Introductory Psychology and Sociology for Health & Social Care Practitioners Principles of Surgical and Anaesthetic Practice

Year Two Modules Principles of Post Anaesthetic Care Developing Professional Practice Research in Health and Social Care Practice Care of the Patient with Complex or Specialised Needs

Year Three Modules Investigating Effective Practice Enhancing Surgical and Anaesthetic Practice Managing Post Anaesthetic and Critical Care

Assessment strategies The challenges and the complexities of assessment increase with each level of the Programme and in clinical practice these can range from single skill/technique development in level one to complex evaluation, analysis, decision making in complex clinical cases in level three.

The summative assessment methods used class tests (online and written) written assignments objective structured clinical examination (OSCE) group and poster presentations clinical assessment reflective portfolio (enhanced skills)

The formative assessment class test tripartite assessment.

Interprofessional learning In each academic year some modules will be taken with other students from the School of Health and Life Sciences This will allow you to: –be part of the wider student body –become accustomed to collaborating with the other professional groups that you be working with when you qualify

Standards, recommendations and guidance for mentors and practice placements Placement audit Mentor register Mentor prep Biennial update Mentor 2 ODP students within 2 years

References College of Operating Department Practitioners, 2009, Standards, recommendations and guidance for mentors and practice placements. Learners in Practice. London.CODP. Health Professions Council, 2009, Standards of education and training, London, HPC. Health Profession Council, 2008, Standards of proficiency, London, HPC

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