It ’ s great to see something that values our learners and those involved in their education , joining the dots between learners , placement providers and universities .”
learners and practice educators is essential for a stronger workforce and enhancing future learning opportunities .’
Anita Volkert , Lecturer in Occupational Therapy at Glasgow Caledonian University said after the workshop : ‘ I really welcome these principles . They strike a lovely tone , are great for raising profile and getting people to think differently about practice placement as well as helping those who are moving into newer landscapes to feel reinforced and supported for doing that .’
While Jillian Kent , Principal Lecturer and Physiotherapist , Teesside University , believes the principles will be ‘ really helpful and powerful in supporting learners , universities and placement providers ’.
She reflects : ‘ There is often a disconnect between understanding placements and understanding workforce when in fact they are absolutely two sides of the same coin .’
And finally , Rachel England , Operational and Professional Lead for Occupational Therapy , says : ‘ As a practice educator , I am excited to share these with my team and share my enthusiasm . I also feel they give me a responsibility to go back to my employer and ask for support in what we ’ re being asked to do .’
The principles were launched on 20 October in a CSP and RCOT jointly delivered webinar available at : www . csp . org . uk / news / 2022-10-07-principlespractice-based-learning-launch-webinar .
They will be embedded in RCOT ’ s pre-registration related work going forward .
A series of webinars are being held over the coming months and will make links with the principles . You can find out more about these free webinars at www . rcot . co . uk / news / placement-webinar-series .
Words CAROLYN HAY , RCOT Pre-registration Education Manger , and TAMSIN BAIRD , Education Adviser at the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy .
November 2022 OTnews 25