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Developing Practice in End of Life Care
This course has now finished
A series of five study days covering:
Day 1       Audit & Research In Palliative Care 22nd May 2008
            Learning outcomes:
  • understand the notion of research & audit - what, why, how
  • describe methods of gathering appropriate evidence through audit
  • discuss how evidence can be used to improve practice
  • identify when you would use research & when you would use audit
 
Day 2       Internet Searches and The National Library For Health – 5th June 2008
                 9.30am To 3.30pm
            Learning outcomes:
  • know how to log onto the internet
  • understand how to choose the most appropriate search engine
  • define & refine search terms & strategy
  • know how to ascertain & download the most appropriate information
  • demonstrate searching the NLH & other databases
 
Day 3       Report Writing & Writing For Publication
                 17th June 2008
            Learning outcomes:
  • understand different report formats & when they are necessary
  • consider how to portray your message
  • explore practical tools & tips to influence your reader
  • identify your reason for writing
  • discuss how to approach the writing process
  • understand the publishing process
 
Day 4       Presentation Skills Workshop - 1st July 2008
            Learning outcomes:
  • know how to prepare a talk/study session
  • understand the selection of an appropriate method of delivery
  • describe the use of differing visual aids
  • discuss the value of feedback (both self & others)
 
Day 5       Facilitation Skills Workshop - 14th July 2008
            Learning outcomes:
  • describe facilitation skills
  • understand group dynamics
  • identify techniques to stimulate discussion
  • explore ways to develop your self-confidence
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: all health & social care workers who continually aim to improve their practice
 
TIME AND VENUE: 9.30am to 3.30pm at St Catherine’s Education Centre
COST:           £250-00 ~ includes handouts, refreshments and lunch
                       IT IS POSSIBLE TO BOOK INDIVIDUAL STUDY DAYS AT £65-00 PER DAY