Healthcare Play Specialism
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About this course
Developed in collaboration with the Hospital Play Staff Education Trust (HPSET), this programme has been designed to enable you, as a Level 3 practitioner, to undertake the additional academic study and practice skills required to work towards gaining graduate status as a Healthcare play specialist (HPS). From the beginning you will be actively developing study skills and extending the knowledge and understanding necessary to develop your skills when working with sick children, young people and their families. This intensive course requires a significant amount of independent work to enhance the knowledge and skills developed in class, away from college.
In addition to attending college one day a week, applicants are required to secure a placement under the guidance of a HPSET registered, qualified HPS. The placement requires 200 hours of practice per year and is assessed via the completion of a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate the achievement of a number of competencies.
Modules
Year 1 Modules– (Level 4)
Reflecting on Practice (20 credits)
Development of Children and Young People (30 credits)
Play as a Resource in Healthcare Interventions (30 credits)
The Impact of Policy on Practice in Healthcare Settings (30 credits)
Year 1 Professional Practice: Practice Assessment Portfolio (10 credits)
Year 2 Modules - Level 5
Professionalism – Preparing to be a Registrant (20 credits)
Resilience – Understanding the Concept for the Child and Practitioner (30 credits)
Management and Leadership in a Healthcare Setting (30 credits)
Student Led Practice Investigation (30 credits)
Year 2 Professional Practice: Practice Assessment Portfolio (10 credits)
Assessment methods
Assessment methods used include: academic essays, literature reviews, written reports, a folder of evidence and assessment of practical skills within the workplace.
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CAVC has a range of bursaries and scholarships that students on undergraduate, higher education programmes can apply for to support their studies. Applicants can find more information by visiting the college website
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