Mentorship Preparation Programme Queen’s University Belfast Open University University of Ulster Session 1

Mentorship Preparation Programme Programme outcomes At the end of this programme you will; 1.Be entered on the mentor register 2.Be a competent mentor 3.Awareness of need to maintain your skills and knowledge through annual updates

Structure for the Day am Registration amIntroduction to new mentorship programme (Session 1) Claims Concerns and Issues, Role of the mentor (Workshop 1) amCoffee pmProgramme aims, outcomes, content and assessment (Workshop 1) pm Learning Styles (Workshop 2) pmLunch pmFacilitating leaning in the clinical environment (Session 2) pmThe students journey (Workshop 3) pmMentors’ Portfolio of Evidence pmQ and A / evaluations and close (CH + AG) 17/10/2015 Queens University, Open University, University of Ulster 3

The Code; Standards of conduct performance and ethics for nurses and midwives (May 2008 ) Work with others to protect and promote the health and wellbeing of those in your care, their families and carers and the wider community Share information with your colleagues Work with them to monitor the quality of your work and maintain safety of those in your care You must facilitate students and others to develop their competencies You must work cooperatively within teams and respect the skills, expertise and contribution of others 10/17/2015 QueenS University, Open University, University of Ulster 4

Provide a high standard of practice and care at all times Use evidence based practice Keep skills and knowledge up to date for safe and effective practice when working without direct supervision Work within the limits of your competencies Take part in learning and practice activities that maintain and develop competencies You must keep up to date records 10/17/2015 QueenS University, Open University, University of Ulster 5

6 NMC Standards for Learning and Assessment in Practice Developmental Framework Stage 1 – Newly qualified registrant Stage 2 – Mentor for pre-registration students –Sign-off mentors Stage 3 - Practice Teacher for post-registration students Stage 4 – Teacher Recognition of prior learning across stages 2,3 and 4

10/17/20157 QueenS University, Open University, University of Ulster Four developmental stages, each with eight domains Working relationshipsWorking relationships Facilitation of learningFacilitation of learning Assessment and AccountabilityAssessment and Accountability Evaluation of learningEvaluation of learning Environment for learningEnvironment for learning Context of practiceContext of practice Evidence-based-practiceEvidence-based-practice LeadershipLeadership

NMC criteria for mentors Be registered on same part of register Registered for a minimum of 1 year Successfully completed NMC approved mentor preparation programme Ability to select, support and assess a range of learning opportunities Able to support learning in interprofessional environments for students from other professions Contribute to assessment of other professionals under supervision of an experienced assessor from that profession Make judgements about competency / proficiency and be accountable for such decisions Be able to support registrants in meeting CPD needs as specified by the NMC Code 17/10/2015 Queens University, Open University, University of Ulster 8

10/17/20159 QueenS University, Open University, University of Ulster Responsibilities of Trusts / Independent Sector 40% of student’s time spent being supervised directly or indirectly by a mentor/practice teacher who must record this time. Time with student to engage in learning activities Final period of practice learning - one hour per week with sign off mentor in addition to above Access to sign off mentor/practice teacher where students are failing

10/17/ Responsibilities of HSCTs & Independent Sector Maintain an up-to-date register of Mentors, Sign-Off Mentors and Practice Teachers Make provision for annual updating in collaboration with education providers Triennial review of mentors/practice teachers Appraisal of competence Access to support and supervision for mentors and practice teachers Provide disability equality training University of Ulster Queens University Belfast Open University

17/10/ Outline of Mentor Development Course Priority areas identified within each clinical area Programme runs 2- 3 times each year (autumn and spring semesters) Impact of mapping process determines need University of Ulster - NHSCT + WHSCT QUB - BHSCT, SEHSCT, SHSCT Blended learning, classroom, written and online materials Mentor 1 student under supervision of a designated practice supervisor student for a min of 4weeks Normally completed within 3 month Assessed through Portfolio and Practice assessment of competencies University of Ulster Queens University Belfast Open University

Outline of Mentor Development Course Regional Non Academic, Non Accredited Course NMC Accredited Developed by –Five HSCTs, –Independent Sector and –Three Universities Based on Level 5 Study 10 days minimum –5 days are protected time Academic and practice based learning All teaching materials shared across all partners 17/10/ University of Ulster Queens University Belfast Open University

10 Days Duration: 5 Days Protected Learning Time 5 Days Practice Time 17/10/ days self directed learning 5 days Practice 2 days face to face University of Ulster Queens University Belfast Open University

Structure of 12 Week Programme Pre course reading (“NMC standards to support learning and assessment in practice” + “Mentor Preparation for Nurse Education in NI” and schedule of Mentor Preparation Programme Role of Mentor (week 1: face to face HEI) Assessment of learning needs and learning environment (week 2: elearning/practice-based) 17/10/2015 Queens University, Open University, University of Ulster 14

Structure of 12 Week Programme Planning for learning (week 3: elearning/practice-based) Teaching students under supervision (week 4: elearning/practice-based) Supervising students in practice and giving feedback (week 5: elearning/practice-based) 17/10/2015 Queens University, Open University, University of Ulster 15

Structure of 12 Week Programme Principles of assessment (week 6) Introduction to assessment strategies and schedules for Northern Ireland courses Case studies on assessment – Failure to Fail (elearning/practice-based and face to face half day HEI) 17/10/2015 Queens University, Open University, University of Ulster 16

Structure of 12 Week Programme Clinical assessment in practice (elearning/ week 7 Practice- based) Being a mentor in practice (week 8 Practice -based) Being a mentor in practice (week 9 Practice -based) 17/10/2015 Queens University, Open University, University of Ulster 17

Structure of 12 Week Programme Being a mentor in practice – Assessment of mentoring skills (week 10 Practice based) Portfolio Completion – (week 16) Reflection, evaluation review of accountability and responsibility (week 12: face to face – clinically led) 17/10/2015 Queens University, Open University, University of Ulster 18

Resources 17/10/ Range of resources available to support the programme include : 1. (toolkit) University of Ulster Queens University Belfast Open University

10/17/ Sign-Off Mentors must demonstrate additional competence: Supervised on 3 occasions Clinical currency Understand accountability Knowledge of programme requirements Understanding of NMC requirements Placement providers will determine when above is met and annotate on the register Sign-Off Mentor University of Ulster Queens University Belfast Open University

Quality Assurance 17/10/ HSCT & Independent Sector Mentor Review Group Regional Mentor Programme Review Group NMC Programme Monitoring University of Ulster Queens University Belfast Open University