Question 1

Who is this placement for?

Accepted Answer

This placement if for pre-registration nursing, midwifery and AHP students that are training within the Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent locality

Question 2

What year do I have to be in to join?

Accepted Answer

This is open to NMAHP students of every year.

Question 3

How long is this placement?

Accepted Answer

Please note this placement is a week long (Monday-Friday 09:00-17:00), despite only being able to book for the Monday via Eventbrite. By booking, you are committing to the full week of placement.

Question 4

How is this placement delivered?

Accepted Answer

This is a strictly face-to-face placement to allow for optimal learning, engagement and participation.

Question 5

I can no longer attend this placement, who shall I contact?

Accepted Answer

If you are unable to attend this placement, please cancel via Eventbrite. If you are cancelling within 48 hours of the start of placement please also contact phillip.barnes@uhnm.nhs.uk and paul.firth@uhnm.nhs.uk

Question 6

Is lunch included?

Accepted Answer

No, sorry! Please bring your own lunch or money to purchase at canteen.

Question 7

What shall I bring with me on placement?

Accepted Answer

Please bring your phone, laptop, tablets etc and pens.

Question 8

What sessions will be included as part of the placement?

Accepted Answer

'Leadership styles', 'Conflict resolution', 'Wellbeing and resilience', 'Courage in the workplace', and 'Feedback', are some of the sessions that will be delivered during your placement.

Question 9

Do I need to let my hub placement know I want to go on this placement?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You must let your hub (main) placement know that you wish to join this placement, and gain approval from them first. If you are not on a hub placement, please gain approval from your university.  By booking onto this placement, you are acknowledging you have gained approval.

Question 10

Does this count towards my placement hours?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this placement counts towards your placement hours. We will sign your timesheet.

Question 11

Anything else I should know?

Accepted Answer

The ICS holds no responsibility if you fail to notify your university and/or hub placement, that you wish to join this placement. The ICS is not responsible for any personal property you bring to placement.

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