This is the first module within the Personal and Professional Development theme. It is a level 4 , 15 credit module.
Student's will learn about the history of the occupational therapy profession and be introduced to the professional values, behaviours and attitudes required of an occupational therapist. Students will learn about the role of the regulatory and professional bodies, and will be introduced to the code of conduct and professional practice for occupational therapists.
Students will also begin to develop a range of skills required for professional practice, including professional communication skills, leadership and readiness for clinical placements. They will engage in a simulated placement week and a one week clinical placement (PP1) which will be formatively assessed.
Students will be assessed during a simulated placement and with a short narrative reflective piece, assessing a range of professional and communication skills.