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Clinical Induction, Integration and Consolidation Course (U03865)

? Credit Points : 20  ? SCQF Level : 10  ? Acronym : VET-4-CLIC

The aim of this course is to integrate and consolidate core clinical material with previously delivered basic science, theory, practice, problem-solving and communication to help prepare students for their final year and professional life. Evidence from these aspects will be incorporated in the student portfolio.
Comprises both core and elective components, delivered in semester two.
Emphasis on small group working with a significant element of directed self teaching with staff guidance. Delivery methods include demonstrations, Computer Assisted Learning, online discussions, workbooks, tutorials, group presentations.
The course will cover a variety of topics including Problem-based/problem solving clinical scenarios, Clinical induction in preparation for Final Year clinical rotations in the hospitals, Communication Skills, Veterinary education (training for peer teaching, life-long learning and client education).

Entry Requirements

? This course is not available to visting students.

Subject Areas

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 4th year

? Delivery Period : Full Year (Blocks 1-4)

? Contact Teaching Time : 10 hour(s) per week for 24 weeks

All of the following classes

Type Day Start End Area
Lecture Monday 09:00 09:50 Med+Vet

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

Be able to apply theoretical knowledge to clinical scenarios.
Be able to integrate basic science information into clinical scenarios.
Be able to solve clinically-based problems using theory, knowledge, logical reasoning, test results, available literature and discussion.
Have an understanding of the financial management of clinical cases and general practice.
Be able to apply knowledge of how people learn to small group tutorial situations and client education.
Be able to apply the Calgary Cambridge consultation model in clinical scenarios.
Be able to demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues, both in writing and verbally.
Be able to demonstrate a record of self-assessment

Assessment Information

Pass or fail awarded

Criteria for pass:
Completion of an online formative assessment
Completion of all required elements of the portfolio

Contact and Further Information

The Course Secretary should be the first point of contact for all enquiries.

Course Secretary

Mrs Angela Harding
Tel : (0131 6)50 6214
Email : Angela.Harding@ed.ac.uk

Course Organiser

Dr Claire Phillips
Tel : (0131 6)50 6820
Email : Claire.Phillips@ed.ac.uk

School Website : http://www.vet.ed.ac.uk/

College Website : http://www.mvm.ed.ac.uk/

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