This is an essential guide for all health and social work practitioners supporting an increasing number of learners, trainees, apprentices and pre-registration students engaging in practice-based and work-based learning. Applying educational learning theory to underpin the role and practice of the contemporary practice supervisor, assessor and educator, this accessible book presents strategies for practice learning and personal development. Acknowledging the problematic nature of learning within the workplace, the authors place the lived experience of the learner at the heart of this text and emphasise the critical importance of an expansive and compassionate learning environment for all. The book includes chapters on the context of practice learning, the role of the supervisor/assessor and educator, learning environments, coaching, assessment and supporting the learner in difficulty, among others. It also spotlights practice learning in a range of settings, from working with children, through social care and maternity care. Each chapter includes learning outcomes and activities, as well as a chapter summary. Designed for nurses, midwives, social workers, therapists and operating department practitioners who support learners in the workplace, this text is particularly relevant to registrants completing practice supervisor/assessor/educator preparation and pre-registration students taking modules on supporting learning.

Based around the NMC′s five pillars of education and training, this book offers clear practical advice on how to acquire and develop supervision and coaching skills to support degree-level students.

Supervising and assessing students in practice is central to the nursing and midwifery role. Based around the NMC Standards for Student Supervision and Assessment (2018) and with a brand new chapter on coaching, this book will develop and enhance your knowledge and skills in order to support a wide range of students. Updated throughout to reflect what has been learned from the early roll-out of supervisory and assessor roles, this is the book you will keep returning to as you encounter different students and scenarios in your practice. Key features o New chapter on coaching o Each chapter is mapped to the 2018 NMC standards o Case studies, activities and other learning features help you to translate theory into practice o Explores challenging issues such as students in difficulty o Considers the personal development of practice supervisors and assessors, whether new to this role or an experienced supervisor and assessor Dr Jo Lidster is Deputy Head of the Department of Nursing and Midwifery at Sheffield Hallam University Susan Wakefield is Head of the Department of Nursing and Midwifery at Sheffield Hallam University

A practical guide for registered nurses in all fields, who are planning to undertake one of the new supervisor or assessor roles outlined in the latest NMC standards. The book helps nurses prepare for the role of practice supervisor, practice assessor or academic assessor, by outlining what is expected in each of the roles, in accordance with the 2018 NMC standards, and explaining which competencies are needed to ensure success in the new supervisory and academic positions. These competencies include: · Understanding how students learn · Understanding how to empower nurses and why this is important · Learning to utilise student feedback to enhance your own development · Identifying the importance of including the participation of service users in nursing governance and quality · Ensuring compliance with all legal, regulatory, professional and educational requirements. It will also be useful for experienced NMC mentors and practitioners looking to update their skills for the new NMC Educational Framework.

This bestselling textbook introduces the theories, evidence and research that define supervision, mentoring, learning and student assessment in healthcare today. It combines an evidence-based approach that supports critical analysis with a sharp focus on how to provide effective supervision in everyday practice. Key features of the book include: Online resources, including a video from the author, a test yourself glossary and free SAGE journal articles to support you during your mentorship course and in practice Example templates for you to use with students, such as learning contracts, lesson plans and professional development plans. Activities and reflection points which enhance your understanding and help you to develop your own approach to mentoring. Interprofessional in its scope, with reference to both the NMC and HCPC, it is essential reading for anyone taking on a supervisory, mentoring role across nursing, midwifery, social care and the allied health professions.

Updated in line with contemporary healthcare practice, this bestselling textbook introduces the theories, evidence and research behind effective student supervision and assessment. By developing your understanding of how people learn, the book enables you to facilitate student learning and development while also building your skills in a wide range of different aspects of assessment. Inter-professional in scope, the book is essential reading for anyone preparing for or undertaking a supervisory role in nursing, midwifery, social care and the allied health professions. Key Features and updates: Reflects the move away from the mentorship role to learning supervisors and assessors Includes a new chapter on the application of simulation in healthcare education Fully updated with the latest research, policies and guidance, with reference to both the NMC and HCPC Action and reflection points consolidate your learning and help develop your own supervisory style

This practical and accessible book examines the knowledge base, skills and attitudes required for mentoring in the context of healthcare. Revised and updated to take account of the latest developments in healthcare, the text explores theories and research on mentoring by analysing their strengths and weaknesses. To complement his analytical style, Neil Gopee has introduced more interactive features to emphasise the application of theories and principles to various clinical settings. He also draws on the most recent standards and competencies for mentors and supervisors, and examines how they can be applied in day-to-day mentoring and clinical practice activities. Key features include: - Comprehensive content - examines learning styles; different learning environments; evidence-based care; principles of assessment; the mentor′s leadership; evaluation of teaching. - Practice-oriented - case studies offer links to ′real-life′ and the chapters provide effective frameworks for mentoring in practice. - Interactive - activities and think points encourage the reader to explore and apply concepts to their practice and roles. - Up-to-date - firmly based on current knowledge in the field. Mentoring and Supervision in Healthcare is a core text for mentor preparation courses in nursing, midwifery and across the healthcare sector. It supports learning and ongoing professional development for all healthcare professionals.