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.

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.

Addressing the practicalities of clinical supervision, this informative book follows the course of the supervision process, illustrating each stage with an absorbing blend of information, opinion, academic theory, anecdotal material, serious comment and thought-provoking exercises. Emphasis is placed on the purpose and value of clinincal supervision, but also on the potential pitfalls those involved may encounter, and how they can be avoided. A number of theories and models are discussed with reference to each stage of supervision, providing a thought-provoking basis for the practical issues raised. Written in a lively and engaging style, this book will enable both supervisors and supervisees to get the best they can from the supervisory experience.

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.

Designed for nurses studying for the Practice Teacher Qualification under the Nursing and Midwifery Council's standards. Encourages critical understanding of the knowledge and competence required to fulfill the Practice Teacher role. Includes the concepts, theories, and frameworks underpinning the necessary skillset required to supervise and assess the learning of qualified healthcare practitioners participating in post-qualifying specialist or advanced practice programs.

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

Are you supporting students in practice? This book provides an overview of the different approaches and summarises the key NMC Standards that you need to understand. You will follow the student's journey on placement starting from the preparation needed before they arrive through to the orientation, initial interview and planning of learning, plus how to provide feedback and ensure that your assessment is fair and objective. Some of the challenges you may face will be explored, along with approaches you can use to ensure successful outcomes. This is an indispensable handbook for: - both new and experienced nurses seeking practical advice - academic staff who prepare and support practice supervisors and assessors - students undertaking modules on teaching and learning in practice - Based on the NMC standards for student supervision and assessment - Offers guidance and tips on supporting and assessing students on placements - Presents sections on understanding you, supporting the student with additional needs, and using simulated learning - Covers how to support students who are not making the progress expected - Action points at the end of each chapter will help you consolidate your learning Part of the A Nurse's Survival Guide series. Now fully aligned to the latest NMC standards and competencies on supervision and assessment.