Who is the course for?

This is Day 1 of the Practice Educator Course for Physiotherapists who are wanting to become practice educators. You must be a HCPC registered physiotherapist with a minimum of 18 months experience and be located within the Yorkshire and Humber Region or East Midlands or West Midlands. Beyond these UK regions depends on the possibility of placing one of our physiotherapy students with you. In this case please contact ahptraining@shu.ac.uk first, before registering.

Only in exceptional circumstances are our physiotherapy students placed outside the UK. If you need more information please do contact ahptraining@shu.ac.uk first, before completing a booking form.

This course consists of a half day eLearning package plus a half day attendance online with SHU. Following this, you will be required to complete a Day 2 which will occur 6 months after completion of Day 1.

Before you attend:

Please ensure you have completed the preparatory PEAP eLearning Program prior to attending the day one session. The PEAP Training takes approximately 4 hours, is accompanied by a workbook and can be found on the link below. This is mandatory before attending to maximise your learning from the course.

https://www.e-lfh.org.uk/programmes/practice-educator-and-assessor-preparation-peap/

Details of Course Content

PEAP (Practice Educator & Assessor Preparation) eLearning Program (eLearning)8 interactive modules covering learning environments, learning theory, feedback, assessment and management of failing students.

Day 1 - Introduction to the role of a Practice Educator (online, half day) An introduction to the role of Practice Educator covering key features explored within the PEAP training aiming for consolidation of learning. An overview of SHU specific processes in relation to student allocations, placement feedback processes and assessment paperwork.

Day 2 - Review of your placement reflections with your peers and any additional information to round-off the course (F2F, full day)An opportunity to meet with peers, reflect and consider experiences of Practice Education so far. Problem solving and team working opportunities using real world examples. Reminder of SHU process. Q&A.

Physiotherapy Practice Educator Course - DAY ONE (online)