Core Module Information
Module title: Transitioning To Professional Practice

SCQF level: 09:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10

Module code: NUR09128
Module leader: Emma Trotter
School School of Health & Social Care
Subject area group: Nursing
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

Description of module content:

In this module you will apply a critical understanding of your role as a professional nurse within a policy and operational context recognising as appropriate, differences between the devolved legislatures in the UK. You will examine the accountabilities and responsibilities required to maintain your professional registration, support your colleagues and assure the delivery of safe and effective care. You will examine the range of attributes that underpin professional practice and your own personal journey in relation to these. You will demonstrate a critical understanding of strategies to promote your own learning and facilitate learning of others including reflection, providing constructive feedback and evaluating performance.

Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Critically reflect upon the function of the NMC, and your responsibilities for yourself and others in developing and maintaining accountable professional practice.

LO2: Critically reflect on the professional attributes, knowledge and skills developed through your programme of education which will support you in your role as a registered nurse.

LO3: Develop an understanding of skills and attributes necessary to support and supervise student nurses and other learners.

LO4: Critically appraise yourself as an adult learner in assessing, planning and evaluating your ongoing professional development needs.

Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 2, Blended,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: Blended
Location of delivery: SIGHTHILL
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Debbie Jamieson
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Tutorial 18 Tutorials offer an opportunity to deepen your understanding and prepare for professional practice. The tutorials will focus on three themes: Employability, Becoming Practice Supervisor Ready & Professional Issues. These sessions will build on materials available in the VLE, providing further contextualisation and opportunities for discussion. Using scenario-based approaches, which will help you apply your learning to real-world situations and support your transition to professional practice.
Online Guided independent study 182 Range of virtual learning resources are available to help you deepen your understanding of key topics, prepare for tutorials, and apply your knowledge to practice. Included are: recorded presentations, scenario based case studies, reading lists and guidance documents and toolkits to help prepare you for professional roles. These resources are intended to complement your tutorials, to explore topics in more depth. Engaging with them regularly will support your knowledge and confidence.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Portfolio 100 1~2~3~4 Exam Period , WORDS= 3000 words The portfolio has three elements: 1) Personal statement for Newly Qualified Nurse role (1,000 words) 2) Completion of 6 core Turas modules: Practice Supervisor and Assessor 3) Two critical reflections (2,000) where you will be asked to analyse the role of the practice supervisor and key aspect of your professional practice towards registration. This is a continuous assessment with 3 submission points throughout the trimester.
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
NUR09128 Transitioning to Professional Practice Trimester 2 2022-23