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Contents Welcome...........................................................................................................................3 Introduction to the Foundation degree in Arts Health and Social Care Programme............4 Aims of the FdA Health and Social Care course..................................................................5 The FdA Team...................................................................................................................6 Contact Details.................................................................................................................9 Learning Outcomes..........................................................................................................10 ........................................................................................................................................11 Year 1 Session Dates........................................................................................................12 Important Information....................................................................................................13 Elizabeth Gaskell Library..................................................................................................17 Administrative Offices.....................................................................................................18 ........................................................................................................................................19 Learner Development......................................................................................................20
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Welcome
We would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to your first year in the Department of Health Professions within the Faculty of Health, Psychology and Social Care, at Manchester Metropolitan University. The purpose of this handbook is to provide you with clear and accurate information required to study on the Foundation Degree in Arts (FdA) Health and Social Care programme. All of the information in the handbook is important so please read it all and keep the Handbook safe. You will also find a copy of this handbook on the FdA Health and Social Care web page. The handbook will provide information on the programme team and other key individuals who support the programme. It will also provide you with the programme’s overarching learning outcomes and structure of the programme. In addition to this, you will find a guide to useful reading material for your modules and support services you may require to enable you to meet your individual learning needs. It is important to note here that this handbook will also signpost you to additional and important information and as such should be read in conjunction with other handbooks which include the assessment guidelines and the university regulations, policies and procedures you are required to adhere to as a student at this university; you will be directed to these as you progress through this document. The MMU student handbook is available at http://www.mmu.ac.uk/studenthandbook/
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Introduction to the Foundation degree in Arts Health and Social Care Programme The Foundation Degree in Arts, Health and Social Care programme has been developed by Manchester Metropolitan University in partnership with key health and social care organisations to provide you with the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills and progress in the field of health and social care practice. The FdA Health and Social Care is an innovative course of study which allows learning not only to take place within the University but also whilst in the workplace – hence the term ‘work-based learning’ or ‘learning through work’. Instead of attending classes five days per week, the programme philosophy adopts the notion of developing skills whist doing hence a significant amount of time is focused on learning in a practice setting or simulated environment. The Programme adopts a collaborative and multidisciplinary team approach to learning and development and utilises skills and experiences from highly qualified academics across disciplines within the faculty. Some of these professional disciplines include Allied Professions such as Physiotherapy and Speech and Language therapy, Social Work and Nursing. During your learning on the programme you will receive some specialist teaching from these professions to provide you with a high quality learning experience. The programme team is committed to providing you with a positive student experience throughout your studies and to prepare you for a progressive pathway within the Health and Social Care sector. We hope that your time with us will be both a challenge and a pleasure; that at the end of your stay with us you’ll say ‘that was hard work but I enjoyed it’.
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Aims of the FdA Health and Social Care course In other words: what can we expect you to do whilst undertaking this course? • To enable students from a variety of backgrounds to access teaching and learning opportunities that meet individual needs. • To enable students to develop a wide range of skills, knowledge and attributes that will assist in their employability. • To produce a practitioner at various levels who will display competencies in a variety of areas that is recognised by various award bodies and national occupational standards.
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The FdA Team Clair Tourish I started out as a very nervous 18 year old support worker, based in acute psychiatry! After a couple of years, left to do a Nursing Degree and worked as a staff nurse, sister and ward manager in acute in-patient care. I completed some additional training with the (then) Sainsbury Centre for Mental Health and went on to deliver training on risk assessment/management for the Trust. I also started out lecturing part time in FE College, my area of interest being mental health law. I joined MMU in 2002, initially as a Lecturer/ Practitioner Trainer then Senior Lecturer for the Foundation Degree. I completed a Masters Degree in Law in 2006, am a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Faye Bruce I am a registered nurse who has experience of delivering health care services in both the NHS and private sector. I have worked across a variety of specialist areas to include orthopaedic nursing, Accident and Emergency and surgical nursing as a ward sister. I have been a member of the FdA programme team since March 2002 and have key responsibilities for a number of modules and roles to include placement lead and admissions tutor. I completed my Masters in Primary Health Care Policy and Management at the University of Birmingham and focused my dissertation around the intersectoral (statutory, community/voluntary) partnerships in the management of cardio-vascular disease within diverse communities. The focus of my PhD and special interests will be centred on public and user involvement and the management of health care within diverse communities.
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Any questions? Contact the team on fdaenquiries@mmu.ac.uk My first degree was in Psychology and since graduating I have stayed within the academic arena. I was involved with research, in the community social care field, for 3 years and whilst doing this I taught on the FdA Health and Social Care programme at a different university. After this, I took the Student Support Officer post within this university and I was teaching academic skills over both Elizabeth Gaskell and Didsbury campus. These roles have allowed me to develop a wealth of experience in teaching academic skills, such as essay writing, referencing, critical thinking etc. as well as teaching within the Health and Social Care field. I am actively engaged in research and I’m currently undertaking a PhD, which focuses on the culture of care within the South Asian community. Sarah Rutherford My background is in nursing, I started out as Registered General Nurse at Wythenshawe Hospital, working on a busy medical ward. However, during my RGN training I had had a placement on a psychiatric ward and I knew that I wanted to specialise in mental health. I studied for my Registered Mental Nurse. I continued to work in acute psychiatry and alcohol treatment until I took a break to bring up my family. On return to practice I worked on a psychiatric Mother and Baby Unit. I completed an MSc in Nursing Studies 2006. In 2007 I started work on the FdA Health and Social Care programme as a WBEF supporting Trainee Assistant Practitioners as they undertook the course. More recently I have taken up a role as a lecturer on the programme. I am a fellow of the Higher Education Academy.
Jim Sales
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Any questions? Contact the team on fdaenquiries@mmu.ac.uk I am the IT Project Manager and have worked on the FdA Programme since 2002, I have worked for the University since 1991 and have spent my time at various faculties and a couple of years as a Medical Physics Officer at the Christie hospital in Manchester, I returned to MMU and have worked with the FdA students since. I studied Software engineering at the MMU myself (it was called Manchester Polytechnic then) and had a family and studying to juggle. I had four children at the time (now grown to six!) and so had to learn time management skills to balance study, work and family life. I am here to help and support you and will do my utmost to a successful outcome either to a graduation ceremony or access to your other chosen course.
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Contact Details If you have generic queries about the programme the email address is: fdaenquiries@mmu.ac.uk or you can use the qr code below if you have a qr reader on your phone
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Staff contact details Room OB310 Clair Tourish
Tel: (0161) 247 6448 Email: c.tourish@mmu.ac.uk
Faye Bruce
Tel: (0161) 247 2510 Email: f.bruce@mmu.ac.uk
Sarah Rutherford
Tel: (0161) 247 2238 Email: s.rutherford@mmu.ac.uk
Hetal Patel
Tel: (0161) 247 2506 Email: h.patel@mmu.ac.uk
Jim Sales
Tel: (0161) 247 2214 Email: j.sales@mmu.ac.uk
Admin Office Stephen Dunn
Tel: (0161) 247 2524 Email: s.dunn@mmu.ac.uk
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Learning Outcomes On successful completion of their programme of study MMU graduates will be able to:
Knowledge and Understanding: •
Utilise a broad knowledge base to underpin their practice as support workers relevant to the field of health and social care.
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Understand the relevance of ethical, legal, political, economic, environmental and cultural factors that underpin service user care within the NHS, Social Care and other Health care communities.
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Understand, evaluate and apply relevant theories to the practice of health and social care using an evidence-based approach.
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Understand their role and its limitations within the context of their organisation and in the wider health and social care community.
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Appreciate the limits of their knowledge in relation to safe, competent and responsible practice and the need for continuing professional development through lifelong learning.
Intellectual (Thinking) Skills: •
Acquire, analyse and evaluate information, concepts and theories from a wide variety of sources.
•
Engage in reflective practice that develops the ability to make judgements and choices that enhance care delivery.
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Apply problem solving skills to service user care in practice and to academic studies.
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Key Transferable skills: •
Demonstrate effective communication skills within both the academic and workplace environments.
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Apply IT related skills for both academic and workplace activities.
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Apply skills in time management, organisation, planning, problem solving, decision making and team working to both the academic and practice setting.
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Apply number skills to their academic activities and to uncomplicated tasks in the practice setting.
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Manage own learning.
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Reflect and plan own career development and recognise the need for continuing professional development.
Professional Practice Skills: •
Manage self and practice within the relevant codes of conduct and recognise own abilities and limitations.
•
Practice in a professional, safe, fair, anti-discriminatory, legal and ethical manner as a member of the multidisciplinary team.
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Appreciate the diversity of others and engage in client centred care.
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Use reflection to manage continual professional development.
Employability: •
Apply knowledge and skills in actively managing own career development.
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Acquire team working and leadership skills.
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Year 1 Session Dates UCAS STUDENTS Student
UCAS
Session
Module
Submission date
ONE st 1 October – 14th December 2012 (11 weeks with 7 weeks placement)
Foundations for Practice in Health and Social Care and Education and Professional Development in Caring (EPD)
11th December 2012 (Foundations for practice)
TWO 7 January – 22nd February 2013 (7 weeks with placement)
Diverse Perspectives in Caring and EPD
22nd February 2013 (Diverse P) th 26 April 2013 (EPD)
Human Development
19th April 2013 (Essay) 28th May 2013 (Online test)
th
THREE 25 February – 31st May 2013 (11 weeks with 3 weeks placement) th
SHA STUDENTS Student
Session ONE 1 October – 14th December 2012 (11 weeks) st
SHA
TWO th 7 January – 22nd February 2013 (7 weeks) THREE 25th February – 31st May 2013 (11 weeks)
FOUR 3 June 2013- 12th July 2013 (6 weeks)
Module Foundations for Practice in Health and Social Care and Education and Professional Development in Caring (EPD)
Submission date 11th December 2012 (Foundations for practice)
Diverse Perspectives in Caring and EPD
22nd February 2013 (Diverse P) th 26 April 2013 (EPD portfolio)
Human Development
19th April 2013 (HD essay) 28th May 2013 (HD online test)
Core Standards for Assistant Practitioners
5th July 2013 (EPD core standards)
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Important Information The Health Professions Division The Health Professions Division is part of the Faculty of Health, Psychology & Social Care which is developing rapidly. The division currently offers a wide range of studies from, teaching speech reading, physiotherapy, speech and language, psychology and speech pathology. The Faculty also has a nursing, social change/social work, psychology and continuing professional development division all of which currently offers postgraduate studies for all of the above professions. The faculty has a number of international links and many students have the opportunity to undertake part of their studies in another country. As the Division expands so ‘space’ is reduced though there are plans to have move accommodation. We realise that this year it may be a ‘tight fit’ and that you may need to move around during any days that you are in the University but we hope that this isn’t too problematic. We recognise that the work-based nature of your course will mean that this will cause minimum disruptions to your studies within the University.
Equal Opportunities In line with MMU policy, the FdA Programme is committed to being a programme which values diversity, promotes equality of opportunity and is free from unlawful discrimination on any grounds. The concept of ‘zero tolerance’ will be practised within all aspects of FdA Health and Social Care provision.
No Smoking Policy The University operates a no-smoking policy.
Mobile Phones Mobile phones must not be used, neither calls nor text, in any learning-teaching situation; this includes all classrooms, seminar and tutorial rooms. Phones are not allowed in the library.
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Tape Recording Although some students will need to use a tape-recorder as a learning aid, the use of recording must be negotiated with tutors.
Attendance at MMU Students will be expected to document their attendance at and where students are in paid employment registers are provided for their trust managers. Failure to attend may be construed as non-engagement with the programme and can result in the MMU implementing
the
withdrawal
for
non-engagement
policy.
See
http://www.mmu.ac.uk/academic/casqe/regulations/assessment/docs/appendix_6_withdr awal_and_suspension.pdf for further information.
Placement attendance Independent students are required to attend a minimum of 16 hours for 17 weeks of the course. This has been timetabled and built into the programme. Failure to complete the required hours within the 17 week period may result in a delay in completion. SHA students are required to adhere to their contractual employment obligations, however if you are going to be absent from a university study day you need to ensure your WBEF is aware of this (see sickness below). Attendance records including absence and early leaving of workshops are submitted to the participating trusts.
Holidays All students are expected to organise their annual leave in the university holidays.
Sickness If you are off sick please email the fdaenquiries@mmu.ac.uk on the first day of sickness stating when and for how long you will be absent. Your academic tutor or WBEF will contact you. Independent students must inform their placement on all the days that they are absent due to sickness, see information about attendance above. SHA students must adhere to their contractual obligations. You are advised to contact your academic tutor or WBEF if you are likely to be off for more than three weeks.
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Assessment Each unit is assessed both formatively and summatively through a variety of assignments from presentations to essays. These are set out within the unit handbook. The MMU regulations require all students to engage with assessment. Failure to do so will result in implementation of withdrawal for non engagement policy. Please read your assessment handbook carefully.
Confidentiality During your studies you will be asked to draw on practice experience in group work and assessment. It is essential that you protect the anonymity and confidentiality of any person or organisation being described by you. If you need to use information about a person you must protect their identity and in the case of clients/patients/service users obtain their consent. For this reason the use of photographs in assignments that contain people is discouraged. If you use organisational material that is in the public domain, it is good manners to let the organisation know beforehand. If you use organisational material that is not in the public domain you must gain permission to do so.
Car Parking and Personal Safety When you need to come into the University please note there is no on-site car parking for students, except for those who have a disability. Parking is available on most of the local streets and at some of the small hotels on Hathersage Road (at a charge) but please do not abuse private property or hospital parking facilities; wheel clamping is in operation at both! There are several car parks on Hathersage Road. You should not leave personal property unattended in classrooms or in the library.
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Student representatives Each ‘group’ of students has an elected representative – someone who will speak to the FdA Health and Social Care team on the group’s behalf. In the first few weeks of the course, we will ask you to elect a representative and this person can receive University preparation for their role. This person will represent the student cohort at Course Committee Meetings where they can highlight student issues and identify ways to develop the course.
Student Evaluations Each unit is evaluated following each session and the course is evaluated each year and you are major contributors to this process. We expect you to complete unit/course evaluations so that we can meet student needs and develop the programme.
Complaints Procedure If you have complaint about any aspect of the programme please contact the FdA team and we will endeavour to resolve this as quickly as possible. However should you wish to make a formal complaint, please refer to the university guidance on the website http://www.mmu.ac.uk/studenthandbook/ where you can access the procedure.
Suspending Studies (stepping off) As a result of sickness, personal circumstances or not meeting the progression requirements, it may be necessary to suspend your studies. When it is agreed that you can recommence the programme, you will return at the nearest relevant assessment point pertaining to when you suspended. If you are off the programme for a significant length of time your personal situation will be reviewed with regard to returning to study.
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Elizabeth Gaskell Library Opening hours Term time Monday-Thursday
08.45 - 20.45
Friday
08.45 - 18.00
Saturday
09.15 - 13.00
Check with the library for vacation opening times
Computer Drop-In Gaskell computer drop-in (IT Zone) opens Monday to Friday at 07.00. The computer drop-in (IT Zone) closes 15 minutes prior to library closing Access
to the IT zone between 07.00 and 08.45 is on level 1 via the stairs outside room
OB107. Students who wish to use the IT Zone before the library opens and are unable to use the staircase, should ask at the reception desk in the Main Foyer where arrangements will be made to use the lift. After the library opens, access into and out of the computer drop-in (IT Zone) is via the library as normal.
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Administrative Offices
Programmes Office The programmes office is situated on the first floor of the tower block. The programme officers contribute towards the administration and smooth running of the programme. Their roles include: •
Advising and answering queries from students where appropriate
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Informing students of cancelled or rearranged lectures/seminar sessions
•
Co-ordinate, update and maintain Options/Elective records and events
•
Mailing out letters to students informing them of the results of assessed work
•
Mailing Production of letters about non-engagement
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Maintaining electronic & manual student records including amendments to addresses, transfers, withdrawals, suspensions, unit changes, auditing of student data, filing of PLPs etc
•
Collate programme details for timetables at the start of each term and place on WebCT
•
Storing your marked work which you are required to collect after you get results.
Admin office opening hours are 8.45 am – 4.30pm
Programme Administrator Stephen Dunn
Tel: (0161) 247 2524
Email: s.dunn@mmu.ac.uk
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Student Life Office The Student Life Office is situated near the main entrance of the building. This is where you will formally submit assessed work. Further information about this is in the assessment handbook. However the office has many roles, some of which are listed below. •
Provision of coursework submission forms.
•
Receipt of submission of assessed work via your university email account.
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Point of contact for submission of exceptional factors and appeals
•
Provide council tax exemption forms
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Direct students to the Student Finance England Website for further information.
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Provide initial documentation on MMU Halls of Residence.
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Referral to Accommodation Office.
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Initial information and provision of documentation on procedures.
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Referral to Learner Development.
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Referral to Student Support Officer(s).
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Assistance with online enrolment.
•
Provision of face-to-face support with online enrolment and payment systems during the enrolment period.
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Referral to online Faculty Student Handbook(s) for date-related enquiries.
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Produce and distribute student ID cards for late enrolments.
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Learner Development If you are disabled, or have learning difficulties such as dyslexia, you should contact the Learner Development Service to discuss your support needs. It is important that you do this as soon as possible so that support can be organised early in your course. Learner Development will also provide advice for students who think they may be dyslexic and can arrange dyslexia assessments. The role of the Learning Development Adviser is to provide information, advice and support to students with disabilities about the resources which are available to them, both within the University and from other external agencies. The Learning Development Advisers will work with you to help steer you through any necessary screenings or assessments, which will identify your individual needs. They can also assist you with any applications for the Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSA), liaising with relevant funding bodies as appropriate.
Contact details:
Phone:
0161 247 3491
E-mail:
learner.development@mmu.ac.uk
Address: Within the Employability Hub in the Business School, Oxford Road, Manchester, M15 6BH. Opening hours: 9am – 5pm
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Work Based Education Facilitators (WBEFs) If you are seconded to the programme from your NHS trust you will be allocated a WBEF. The WBEFs are employed by University Hospital South Manchester and are based at various sites around the North West region. They are allocated to trusts, all the students from your trust will have the same WBEF. The WBEF •
Maintains links between the university and practice setting
•
Undertakes practice based assessments of students
•
Works with students and mentors to develop learning contracts and action plans
•
Identifies areas for learning
•
Monitors student progression and competence in practice, assessing whether unit learning outcomes are achieved
•
Works in collaboration with mentors and practice staff in addressing student needs in the workplace
•
Provides ongoing formative feedback to students and mentors regarding progress
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Provides written evidence of achievement to unit leaders
•
Provides information requested by Link Tutors in relation to progression and achievement
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Completes all programme documentation where relevant
•
Maintain communication with other WBEFs attached to the programme
Your WBEF will arrange group and individual meetings with you. The contact details for my WEBF: Name: Phone:
Mobile:
Email:
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Link Tutor(s) There will be a university allocated link tutor specific to your trust. The link tutors: •
Offer support and guidance to the WBEF in their role of facilitating learning in the workplace.
•
Develop links with organisational managers
•
Develop links with practice staff and mentors
•
Assume responsibility to the WBEFs’ cohort of students
•
Monitor the students’ personal development in relation to their specific studies and skills acquisition
•
Liaise with the WBEF and organisational managers regarding any issues of concern about student progression and development.
•
Advise students of the support available from Student Services; e.g. counselling, learning and support.
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Monitor student progress and collate information regarding progression in preparation for Exam Boards
The contact details for my link tutor: Name: Phone: Email:
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Academic Tutors If you are an Independent student, that is you applied to the course through UCAS, were transferred from another programme or you are an international student, you will be allocated an academic tutor who will be a member of the teaching team. Your academic tutor will: •
Provide support and guidance to students on personal, academic and practice matters
•
Monitor personal and professional development
•
Visit and liaise with student placements
•
Refer students to appropriate internal and external agencies
•
Undertake student placement visits
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Arrange extra support for students not achieving in practice
Contact details for my academic tutor: Name: Phone:
Mobile:
Email:
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Recommended Reading for FdA course 1. Adams, R. (2007) Foundations of health and social care. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan. 2. Bannister, M. (2011) A pre-reader for the foundation degree in health and social care practice. Keswick: M&K Publishing. 3. Cottrell, S. (2007) The exams skills handbook: achieving peak performance. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan. 4. Cottrell, S. (2008) The study skills handbook. 3rd. ed., Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan. 5. Godfrey, J. (2009) How to use your reading in your essays. Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan. 6. Greetham, B. (2008) How to write better essays. 2nd. ed., Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan. 7. Moss, B. (2008) Communication skills for health and social care. London: SAGE. 8. Peck, J. and Coyle, M. (2005) The student’s guide to writing: spelling, punctuation and grammar. 2nd. ed., Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan. 9. Santy, J. and Smith, L. (2007) Being an e-learner in health and social care: a student's guide. London: Routledge. 10. Sussex, F. and Scourfield, P. (2004) Social care: level 4. Oxford: Heinemann Educational. 11. Thomson, H. (1995) Health and social care: advanced GNVQ. 2nd. ed. London: Hodder & Stoughton.
Useful journals: British journal of Healthcare Assistants: http://www.internurse.com/cgi-bin/go.pl/library/issues.html?journal_uid=32
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