Level 1: Work Based Learning

Module Description

This module aims to:

Demonstrate achievement of the learning outcomes with reference to the student’s personal development
Develop the student learning process by providing a vehicle to reflect on practice
Evaluate personal competencies
Evaluate the relationship between theory and work experience

Module Content

In the initial phase of the module, students will be expected to identify a workplace Mentor and in conjunction with that Mentor choose a relevant project title. This should entail some reflection upon previous learning. There will be a focus upon the skills, knowledge and resources necessary to successfully complete the project.

Learning Agreement – Students will be required to familiarise themselves with the Learning Agreement and to complete it.

Reflective Log & Report – The log is an update on the student’s progress in respect of the project with it having to be submitted on three separate and appropriately staged occasions.

The Reflective Report submitted with the End of Module Project should reflect upon what the student has learned, discuss any problems that were encountered during the project, how those problems were resolved and with the benefit of hindsight identify how the project might be approached differently.

Accordingly, the following elements provide the framework:

Learning from experience
Learning agreement
Reflective log
Reflective report
Professional environment
Working with Mentor/manager
Sector management practice

Intended Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module, students will be able to:

Apply appropriate theory to a practical work based project
Identify appropriate solutions and evaluate the project in relation to the criminal justice sector environment and the implications of that environment for professional, management and working practices
Undertake reflective learning by reviewing personal and organisational responses
Identify personal/professional development needs in relation to future goals

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