This work-based learning module enables students to gain academic credits for continuing professional development undertaken in their workplace.

The module aims to support the development of higher-level academic skills at level 7, to develop critical reflective practices, and the ability to develop a critical understanding of the contemporary evidence base and apply it to practice. Students are expected to submit a portfolio of evidence and a critical reflection.

If you have not recently studied/ attended a course within your workplace this may not be the course for you. Please contact Eleanor Dady; course lead dadye@lsbu.ac.uk

Aims

The module aims to: 

• allow students to develop more specialist knowledge in their area of choice.
• further develop student’s skills in appraising the evidence in their area of choice, and applying this to their practice.
• enable critical reflection and encourage students to consider their own continued development needs in light of their area of practice.
  

Available as a standalone module: Yes

Attendance (Please note, this is subject to change for future intakes)

For attendance information, please see the top of this page. Please note, if the module is full or closed for the intake(s) this academic year, dates may not appear. 

Session One: Wednesday 24th September 2025 (09:00-12:30)

Session Two: Wednesday 22nd October 2025 (09:30-12:00)

Session Three: Wednesday 19th November 2025 (09:30-13:00hrs)

Typical intake(s): Semester 1, Semester 2 and other intakes by specific arrangement 

Venue: Online 

Career Benefits

This module is suitable for those who are currently working within a health and social care setting and wish to gain academic credit for CPD activities undertaken within the workplace. This level 7 module encourages confidence in the ability to study at a higher level and enables participants to undertake a structured piece of work-based learning, enhancing the ability to maximise learning from a work experience. It will enhance personal development and the ability to reflection on learning experiences.

Assessment

Formative assessment: Due 10th November 2025

Part 1

A short (500 words) written reflection;

‘Using a model of reflection, write a brief reflection on your learning so far. How have you used the evidence base to guide your practice?” This brief reflection should provide academic references in Harvard style.

Part 2

Provide a portfolio plan (using the template provided, and available on Moodle), showing how you will demonstrate 150 hours of self-directed study.

Summative assessment: Due 19th January 2026

CW1: A portfolio evidencing the 150 hours of self-directed study in the chosen area relevant to the student’s place of work.

50% Weighting- 50% pass mark at L7

CW2: A 2500-word critical reflection which evidences the student’s ability to learn and apply the chosen area of learning to the environment in which they are employed.

50% Weighting- 50% pass mark at L7

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge and Understanding: 

• Demonstrate systematic knowledge of the evidence base pertaining to an area of study relevant to their workplace.
  

Intellectual skills:

• Critically appraise and synthesise the evidence base in the chosen area of study and apply this to practice.
• Critically reflect upon the learning undertaken and the impact of this on their personal and professional development.
  

Practical Skills:

• Demonstrate verbal communication skills in discussing evidence and defending professional decisions/understanding in their chosen area.
  

Transferable skills:

• Demonstrate the ability to identify learning needs and take action to address these.
• Demonstrate skills in self-management and continuing personal and professional development.