Module Details
| Module Code: |
PLAC6006 |
| Title: |
Community Work Placement 3
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Long Title:
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Community Work Placement 3
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| NFQ Level: |
Fundamental |
| Valid From: |
Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( September 2019 ) |
| Field of Study: |
0111 - Placement
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| Module Description: |
This module revisits the self-assessment process for the year one module and conducts a re-assessment in the context of the defined core competencies. It supports the learner in the development of evidence of achievement of core competencies and in identifying deficiencies in relation to them. It assists the learner, in consulation with the placement co-ordinator and the workplace supervisor, to devise learning activities to address identified competence gaps.
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| Learning Outcomes |
| On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
| LO1 |
Conduct a self assessment and identify those competencies which have been achieved to date. |
| LO2 |
Develop an individual skills inventory in the context of the core competencies deemed as appropriate for community work practice |
| LO3 |
Record and reflect on evidence of attainment and learning in a porfolio |
| LO4 |
Identify under supervision those gaps remaining in achievement of core competencies. |
| LO5 |
Construct a set of learning activities to be undertaken to address deficiencies in competence levels. |
| Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
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| No incompatible modules listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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| No Co-requisite modules listed |
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
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| No requirements listed |
| Indicative Content |
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Community Workplace Competencies
Identification and self assessment.
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Learning - Recording
Nature and purpose of activity diary and learning diary,
Learning journal and learning portfolio - constructive content and completion in relation to workplace competencies.
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Learning Agreement
Roles of supervisor, co-ordinator, learner. Format of learning agreement - learning activities, supports and responsibilities.
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Assessment
Purpose and methods of assessment, self assessment.
Application to workplace competencies.
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Module Content & Assessment
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
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| Coursework | 100.00% |
Assessments
| No End of Module Formal Examination |
| Reassessment Requirement |
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
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The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
| Workload: Full Time |
| Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lecture |
Contact |
Lecture/Workshop |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Directed Workplace Learning |
Every Week |
4.00 |
4 |
| Total Hours |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
| Workload: Part Time |
| Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lecture |
Contact |
Lecture/Workshop |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Directed Workplace Learning |
Every Week |
4.00 |
4 |
| Total Hours |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
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Module Resources
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| Recommended Book Resources |
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Bolton, Gillie, Delderfield, Russell. (2018), Reflective Practice: Writing and Professional Development, Sage Publications, UK, [ISBN: 1526411709].
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Stack, M. Brian. (2017), Breaking With Tradition: The Shift to Competency-Based Learning in PLCS at Work, Solution Tree Press, [ISBN: 1943874891].
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Moon, Jennifer. (2006), A Handbook for Reflective Practice and Professional Development, Routledge, [ISBN: 9780203969212].
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Bassot, Barbara. (2016), The Reflective Journal, Macmillan Education UK, [ISBN: 9781137603487].
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Jackson, A. Colm O'Doherty. (2012), Community Development In Ireland, Gill and Macmillan, Dublin, [ISBN: 978071749742].
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Johns, Christopher. (2005), Becoming a reflective practitioner, Third. Wiley-Blackwell;, UK, [ISBN: 1405118334].
| | Recommended Article/Paper Resources |
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Tierney, H. (2015), Mapping Fieldwork and Supervision
Practice in Social Professions, Youth Studies Ireland (YSI), Vol. 6. No 1 & 2, 31.
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Community Workers Co-operative;. (2016), Towards Standards for Quality Community
Work: An All Ireland Statement of
Values, Principles and Work Standards,
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Department of Health and Children. (2011), Children First: national guidelines for
the protection and welfare of children,
| | Other Resources |
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Website:, Community Work Ireland. (2016), All Ireland Endorsement Body for
Community Work Education and Training
(AIEB), Galway,
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Website:, HM Government. (2015), Working Together to Safeguard Children, UK, HM Government,
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Website:, Department of Children and Youth Affairs. (2011), Children First Guidance, Dublin,
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