1. Institute of Health and Society Ruth Pearce

2. BSc (Hons) Midwifery Portfolio embedded within curriculum Clinical Practice = 50% of programme Clinical Practice assessed via portfolio Portfolio demonstrates achievement of professional proficiencies supported by evidence (linking theory to practice).

3. Portfolio: start of semester Each semester new learning outcomes Student identifies personal learning needs to achieve learning outcomes Produce a learning contract Discusses this with clinical mentor

4. Portfolio: mid semester Mid semester review in clinical practice Student, clinical mentor and academic member of staff discuss progress Update of learning contract and any issues addressed.

5. Portfolio: end of semester Final review Professional proficiencies and attributes signed off in practice by clinical mentor (pass/fail) Theoretical evidence to support clinical practice submitted with portfolio (graded): Theory to Practice

6. Year 3 Using clinical experiences to enhance CV Develop effective applications and perform well in selection processes. Contributing to final portfolio in readiness for employment and CPD (PREP).

7. Foundation Degree Health and Social Care: Child and Adolescent Mental Health Work-Based Learning module Learning contract: identify learning needs Skills based

8. Child Development Module Students undertake 6 observations in practice Apply theory to practice observations Record observations on PebblePad Enables communication between students whilst on placement ‘Already changing practice’

9. Health and Complementary Therapies Prepares individuals for employment in the health and complementary therapies industry Incorporates International Therapy Examination Council (ITEC) Diplomas in Holistic Massage, Reflexology and Aromatherapy Nationally recognised qualification Integration of academic study with practice and work based learning opportunities in health & complementary therapy