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ASSESSMENT SPECIFICATION MODULE DETAILS Academic Year:

2020-21

Semester:

1

Module Title

Becoming and Allied Health Professional

Module Code:

HS1000

Programmes:

MPhys, MPod, MDRad, MTRad

Year of study:

1

Module Size:

20 credits

Module Coordinators: Assessment component

Catherine McClintick, Joe Mclntyre

Component weighting

100%

Diet: 1st or reassessment

1st

Word Count

1500 words

Written assignment

Module Aims The Becoming and Allied Health Professional module aims to foster and instil the key attitudes and attributes of an allied health professional. Module Learning Outcomes On successful completion of the module you will be able to: L1

discuss the allied health professional’s roles and responsibilities in providing a legal, and a professional duty of care;

L2

discuss the principles of professional ethics and the professional’s responsibility to the patient, the public, the regulatory body, employers and health promotion;

L3

demonstrate an understanding of models of health, illness and disability and principles of person-centred care;

L4

demonstrate an understanding of effective communication.

During the module you will be exploring key professional practice principles and concepts fundamental to the role of an allied health professional through a variety of learning activities. The Practice Placement Passport will direct you to explore the main regulatory and professional requirements, as well as developing your knowledge and application of health and safety, data protection and safeguarding procedures through a live class debate (Learning Outcome 1, 3 and 4). The key note presentations and group work will provide you with the opportunity to learn with and from your peers, lecturers and people with real life healthcare experiences (Learning Outcome 3 and 4). The progression of learning throughout the module is designed to prepare you for the summative written assignment. (Learning Outcomes 1, 2 and 4). It is suggested you consider the knowledge and skills you have gained through the Finding your Academic Voice module to help you write the essay.

BECOMING AND ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONAL ASSIGNMENT Assignment Process

Assessment release date and mechanism

Released on Hub: Week 3

Opportunity to ask questions about the assessment – in class

The assessment will be discussed in class during Week 3. An assessment discussion board will be available Week 3 and 4, then open again Week 11 and 12. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions in class in Week 12.

Date for submission (electronic copy only required)

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Friday 11th December 2020, 12 midday (UK GMT)

Submission method

HS1000 Hub site Turnitin Assessment dropbox (Appendix A)  Submission to an incorrect dropbox will result in the assessment not being marked and a mark of ‘Nonsubmission’ awarded.  Please retain confirmation of submission, in case this evidence is required.

Marking

The assignment will be marked and moderated by members of the module team

Feedback date

20th January 2021 (20 working days after submission)  Feedback will be released in 20 working days, post submission date, in line with the QMU policy.  If the feedback is delayed an announcement will be posted on the Hub.  If you have an extension to the original submission date, feedback will be released 20 working days from the date of submission.

Feedback method

Assignment feedback will be released through the Hub, you will receive an email when the marks and feedback have been released.

Location of essential information about assessment regulations – this information must be used in conjunction with this assessment information.

Programme Hub site:  Student Handbook 2020-21  DPPR Online Marking Policy  Assessment Regulations

Written Assignment Title

Professionalism in practice: discuss the key attitudes and attributes of an Allied Health Professional.

Written Assignment Guidelines In the essay it is suggested you explore one or two of the following topics: 

Duty of care

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Professional ethics

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Legislation: health and safety, data protection, equality and diversity

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Autonomy and accountability

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Fitness to practice

To inform your essay, refer to the literature you have accessed during the module and also read more broadly around your chosen topic(s). There is an expectation you will discuss and cite a minimum of five to eight peer reviewed journal articles as well as relevant regulatory and professional documents.

Word count: 1500 (maximum 1649 words, there is no minimum) 

Please note that if you submit work over the word limit you may have your mark restricted to 40 %.

Marking guidelines: The DPPR UG rubric will be used to provide feedback on the academic achievement of the assignment, the marking criteria directly links with the assignment guidelines. Please note: the rubric criteria are not equally weighted but provide an indication of the level of achievement for each criterion. The assessment guidelines will refer to the rubric criteria.

The essay demonstrates: 

a discussion exploring the key professional attitudes and attributes associated with the chosen topic(s) (criterion 1);

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the identification and presentation of key information raised by the essay title and the chosen essay topic(s) (criterion 2);

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the inclusion of a broad range of current, relevant literature to inform the text (criterion 3);

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a questioning approach, considers the topic(s) from different viewpoints, for example regulator, employer, healthcare professional and the public (criterion 4);

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the ability to draw key professional concepts/theories and key points together within the body of the text and the conclusion (criterion 5);

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the ability to write in an academic style and develop the topic(s) in a coherent, objective, balanced manner (criterion 6);

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adherence to QMU Write and Cite guidelines, with accurate in-text referencing and construction of the reference list (criterion 7);

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the assignment meets the following Scottish Credit Qualification Level 7 Characteristics (criterion 8) o An overall appreciation of the body of knowledge informing being an allied health professional. o Knowledge that is embedded in the main theories, concepts and principles of being an allied health professional. o An understanding of the difference between explanations based on evidence and/or research and other sources, and of the importance of this difference. o Present and evaluate arguments, information and ideas that are routine to being an allied health professional o Convey complex ideas in well-structured and coherent form

Written Assignment Presentation Introduction: Set the scene i.e. introduce why the one or two areas you are discussing are relevant to AHP practice (approx. 200 words) Main body:

This should discuss the key issues, using appropriate literature to support your statements. (900-1100 words)

Conclusion: A general conclusion should contain no new information or references. The text should include a summary of the main points highlighted in the Main Body of the text. Ensure your concluding remarks do not just repeat what has been said elsewhere. (approx. 200 words) Reference list: Construct your reference list according to QMU Harvard referencing guidance – “Write and Cite” https://libguides.qmu.ac.uk/referencing

General instructions In order to help staff mark anonymously, your name should not be included on any page in your assignment. Please identify your work by matriculation number only. This should be visible as a ‘header’ or ‘footer’ on each page of your assignment. 

First page: completed DPPR Front Cover Table (Appendix B)

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Arial font size 11

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Double spaced

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Reference list, individual reference single spaced, double spaced between references

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All text left aligned (non-justified)

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Numbers below 10 to be written in full unless followed by measurement units

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Page number at the bottom of the page, centred and sequential

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You may use bold or underlined headings and subheadings at your own discretion

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In text citations are included in the word count

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The reference list is not included in the word count

Appendix A: Turnitin Submission Guidelines Assessment Regulations & Guidance on Making a Submission

By submitting your assessments you have agreed that you have read and understood the Queen Margaret University assessment regulations.

Assessment Regulations In line with QMU Assessment Regulations, students are reminded that it is their responsibility to submit all work for assessments in accordance with the requirements of the course; you will not receive any communication should you fail to submit your assessments. Any student who submits work to be assessed after the assessment submission date and time, without the prior agreement of the Programme Leader, or without good or agreed cause, will have marks deducted according to the following criteria: If submitted as a first diet after the deadline but up to and including 6 days after the deadline a maximum mark of 40% can be achieved for undergraduate programmes. After the above time a mark of 0% will be awarded By submitting your assignment you are confirming that you understand the Queen Margaret University Assessment Regulations and that all marks and feedback released are provisional until confirmed by the Board of Examiners. Guidance on Making a Submission https://hub.qmu.ac.uk/webapps/blackboard/content/listContent.jsp?content_id=_1049 382_1&course_id=_23579_1 To submit your final work for marking you must submit it in the Assessment Dropbox. Submitting your work in the Similarity Checker Tool does not count as a submission. Once you have submitted in the Assessment Dropbox you will be sent an email receipt to your QMU email address confirming you have successfully submitted, please retain this for future reference. You will not receive an originality report upon

submission. To receive an originality report prior to submission, process your work through the Similarity Checker Tool. Please ensure that you have kept a copy of your submission as QMU will be unable to provide copies of submitted work. Assessment Instructions

IMPORTANT NOTE: Only do the following when you have completed your assignment and are ready to submit to prevent the screen from timing out.

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Read and complete all the following. Failure to do so may result in being recorded as a non-submission

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Click on “Mark Reviewed” below these instructions

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Click “View/Complete” in the dropbox

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When prompted for ‘Assignment title’ ONLY type in your matriculation

number. 5.

Attach your final document

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Click ‘Complete’

7.

Once the file has uploaded select ‘Confirm’

Appendix B – Front Cover Sheet Complete the table below, copy and paste onto the first page of your assignment; begin your assignment on page 2.

Matriculation Number

Module Code

Module Title

Assessment title if applicable (e.g. if you have been given a choice of topics state the topic you have chosen) Word Count

Do you have an agreed extended submission date for this assessment e.g. agreed individual learning plan or agreed extenuating circumstances?...