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On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
1 Demonstrate the application of psychological concepts and theories within the volunteering sector;
2 Demonstrate reflective evaluation of their strengths and weaknesses across a range of key employability skills within the volunteering sector;
3 Apply employability skills and practical skills to the volunteering activity and perform to a satisfactory standard.
A professional development programme comprising:
1 Introduction to Professional Development Planning and Placements at Level 5
2 Workshop sessions including
- working in Psychology: presentations by practising psychologists and graduate students in training on their roles and career development
- briefings on EPO procedures skills and preparation for placement/assessment
- aspects of volunteering.
3 Interview with Placement Tutor.
Students must complete 60 hours volunteering over an extended period (12-20 weeks).
Reflection and evaluation of the volunteering activity.
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Tutor-led discussion amongst progress tutees.
Day conference and workshop sessions: presentations, briefings, discussions, practical activities (role play, drafting, writing) relating to the requirements of the preparatory portfolio and report.
Insight into the volunteering sector including funding, practical skills and ethos.
Individual tutorials with Placement Tutor / Progress Tutor before placement starts.
Lectures and workshops
Contact hours: 16
Intended Group Size: Cohort
Individual meetings with progress tutor
Contact Hours: 1
Intended Group Size: 1
Volunteering
Hours: 60
Intended Group Size: 1
Guided independent study
Hours:123
Additional details relating to assessment
Students must adhere to the University's Professional Conduct Code.
002 Volunteering; 60 Hours; Pass/Fail; Semester One and Two 0%
003 Report; 3,000 words; End of Semester Two 90%
Module Coordinator - Ms J Cornell
Level - 5
Credit Value - 20
Pre-Requisites - NONE
Semester(s) Offered - 5YL
