Learning and Teaching for Practice (Distance Learning)
Introduction
The module is designed to develop your knowledge of education and practical teaching skills to support education and training in the workplace. You will be able to explore your educational experiences and practice and improve teaching skills and understanding that supports patient care.
Who the course is aimed at
This module is for all health and social care professionals with an interest in learning and teaching, who wish to develop their skills and expertise in education. The module is aimed at both early career educators and those experienced in education, which provides a vibrant multi professional learning environment.
Benefits of taking the course to the individual, the organisation and the patient
You will be able to explore learning and facilitation which will develop your knowledge, skills and insight. This will enhance your teaching skill set, which will support improved teaching and learning and staff development in the workplace. As an online route, you are able to flexibly engage with the learning around your own needs, whilst being supported through module activity and contact points throughout the module.
What you learn
Through the module, you will explore teaching, learning and education through both a theoretical and practical lens to enhance your teaching practice, so to increase the probability that learning will take place. You will explore areas such as educational theories, different approaches to learning, learner engagement as well as assessment, feedback and inclusivity for example. Irrespective of your educational experience, the module will enable you to explore and develop, whilst learning with and from other health professionals.
General areas covered
This module offers the opportunity to complete the Society of Radiographers Practice Educator award.
Skills gained for the workplace, technical skills or academic skills
- Lesson planning
- Reflective practice skills
- Critical application of teaching and learning theory
- Enhanced Teaching skills
Unique or interesting features
You will be taught as part of a multi-professional group which mirrors the workplace and allows for learning with, from and about other professions to ensure better educational experiences and understanding for all staff.
Fees and Funding for 2025/26
| Indicative price for stand-alone module |
Home student: £885 EU / International students: £1,480 - this is part-time study and therefore cannot provide sponsorship for Tier 4. |
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| How to apply |
To apply for a self-funded place, please complete and return the application form below: To apply for a Workforce Development / Workforce Transformation funding WDF/WTF funded place, please complete and return the relevant application form below: Further information and Workforce Development Funding / CPD Funding online application form |
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Entry requirements
- Relevant professional qualification
- Relevant work experience
- Relevant workplace opportunities and organisational support
- Normally, applicants will hold a first degree / professional qualification which is recognised in the UK in a related health care subject.
- Usually 3 years full time experience (or part-time equivalence) in relevant professional practice over the preceding 10 years. (3 years minimum for NMC Teacher applicants)
- An appropriate professional qualification
- In addition, recognised qualification in specific field of practice
- Usually has an NMC approved Mentor qualification or equivalent with appropriate experience. Must be educated to first degree level.
- International students must have reliable internet access and supply IELTS scores.
The above must be evidenced in your applicants application form
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Attendance
Delivery Method:
This module is delivered via distance learning
View our statement on notional study hours »
Provisional timetable
This module has planned intakes as follows:
22 September 2025 to 18 January 202619 January 2026 to 24 May 2026
September 2025: 11:00-13:00hrs Online
Thursday 02 October 2025
Thursday 09 October 2025
Thursday 16 October 2025
Thursday 23 October 2025
Thursday 06 November 2025
Thursday 20 November 2025
Thursday 04 December 2025
January 2026: 11:00-13:00hrs Online
Wednesday 21 January 2026
Wednesday 28 January 2026
Wednesday 04 February 2026
Wednesday 11 February 2026
Wednesday 25 February 2026
Wednesday 11 March 2026
Wednesday 25 March 2026The module is delivered online, there is no campus attendance. Online learning encompasses learning across a range of spaces from online learning material, through to activity and webinars for example, to help consolidate and reflect on learning. These spaces will also enable touchpoints support and help develop a community of learning.
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Assessment
Module assessment is made up of Coursework.
- Critical Review
- Practical Assessment
Successful completion of this module will earn you 15 level 7 credits
Further details
For further information please contact the module leader Kathryn Warren - kathryn.warren@shu.ac.uk
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