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Through engaging in a work placement related to the module you will explore issues such as, engagement with partners and people, local pathways, signposting, resources and records, professional relationships, effective communication, quality assurance, referral and self-referral, governance, monitoring and evaluation, physical activity and health OR sport opportunities, medical terminology, pre-exercise screening, pre-exercise assessment, functional and clinical assessment, targeted and tailored interventions, person-centred interventions, exercise prescription, data collection and evaluation, monitoring physical activity and exercise, monitoring clients, safety considerations; delegated responsibility, onward referral, professional boundaries, continuing professional development. These components may be related to the area in which you are working. You will relate your work experience to the academic content of your MSc programme and reflect on the value of prior learning. You will focus on self-assessment, write personal learning outcomes, and engage in reflective practice to enhance confidence and employability. Reflective practice and critical thinking are key to your submissions for this module.

LO1: Create a plan for your placement based on identified personal learning needs and evaluate its’ efficacy throughout the placement.
LO2: Develop your critical thinking skills in relation to your academic, intellectual, personal, and professional needs.
LO3: Effectively self-monitor by keeping daily logs, as well as evaluating and reflecting with reflective practice models, on in-placement learning, considering all professional placement and personal development aspects.