Module Code: 6WBL1
Long Title Work Based Learning 1
Title Work Based Learning 1
Module Level: LEVEL 6
EQF Level: 5
EHEA Level: Short Cycle
Credits: 20
Module Coordinator: JONATHAN BRITTAIN
Module Author: Eileen Long
Departments: School of Business
Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff  
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Prepare journal entries and document significant work-based learning experiences as an apprentice
LO2 Outline the organisational context within which they work, describing their role and contribution
LO3 Identify key regulations in their specialised area of International Financial Services, and how the regulations are complied with in their role
LO4 Reflect on work-based learning experiences during the apprenticeship, describing how learning from work-based experiences will be applied to further their professional practice
LO5 Actively participate in the construction of a continuing professional development plan(s) agreed with their Line Manager / Mentor that is appropriate to their level of experience as an apprentice
LO6 Review and reflect on the outcomes of their continuing professional development plan(s) explaining how the learning from the pursuit of these outcomes will be applied to further their professional practice
LO7 Build, develop and promote their own personal brand as a professional in the community of practice
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Entry requirements  
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Work-based Journal
The work-based journal allows apprentices to submit evidence of their learning at work, and reflect on this learning. The benefit of the journal is that it enables a plethora of learning experiences at work to be captured and the apprentice to be given credit. Not all of the experiences and activities that an apprentice engages in will be captured by the modules on the programme, consequently this encourages the apprentice to engage in extra-curricular activity and to gain credit for doing so. To facilitate this, apprentices will be expected to complete reflective entries, some of which will be directed, and others which will be for the apprentice to determine. The Workplace Mentor will have a role in confirming the accuracy of the entries, i.e. the claims made by the apprentice are valid. In addition, the Academic Supervisors will review their journal entries and give them continuous feedback.
CPD Planning and Review
Learners will benefit from the support and guidance of a Workplace Mentor who will be resident at their place of employment. This will enable ease of access to learning opportunities and make support available from the Mentor. In addition, Learners will be assigned an Academic Supervisor who will be a source of support and guidance, and will also monitor the progress of the Learner toward the achievement of Learning Outcomes for the Module. An Introduction to the nature, value and concept of Continuing Professional Development will be delivered to learners during the WBL1 tutorials, together with an identification and explanation of documenting and reporting CPD planning, and also CPD reflection. Learners will understand what constitutes development, and the evidence that can be used to demonstrate their engagement with CPD. The Workplace Mentors will support the learner in identifying and recognising opportunities for CPD, together with making available suitable time allocations for the discussion of CPD with themselves. The Workplace Mentor will participate in the development of a CPD Plan at the start of semester 1 in collaboration with the apprentice. At the end of semester 1 an CPD Reflection will be completed, with the same occurring in semester 2. This process reflects the essence of continuous professional development. Continual monitoring of progress will be feature of Work-based Modules. The Academic Supervisor will monitor learner progress regularly in College, whilst the Work-based Mentor will formally monitor progress once a month, at a minimum.
Building a Personal Brand
Learners will be guided in the importance of their own personal brand, how this should be developed, together with effective strategies. Guidance on the use of social media to develop and enhance their own personal brand will be incorporated.
Academic Skills
The module will also be used to support the development of academic skills which will be required for the programme, as well as being of advantage in the workplace. This will include: academic writing, referencing, and integrity; presentation skills; and reflective practice.
Assessment Breakdown%
Workplace Assessment100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

No Coursework
No End of Module Assessment
Workplace Assessment
Assessment Type: CPD Log % of total: 20
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 5,6,7
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
CPD Plan Semester 1 & 2 Identification of development goals; Explanation of what is to be learned & why; Description of how this will be achieved with reference to resources & support; Clear criteria for measurement of achievement and target dates; CPD Plan template will be completed (500 words), with a video recording of approximately 5 to 10 minutes.
Assessment Type: CPD Log % of total: 30
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 5,6,7
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
CPD Reflection Semester 1 & 2 Identification of initial development goals; Discussion of achievement of goals Discussion on learning from development goals Discussion on how learning will be applied in professional capacity going forward; CPD Reflection template will be completed (500 words), with a video recording of approximately 5 to 10 minutes.
Assessment Type: Reflective Journal % of total: 50
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
Reflective journal entries to the detailing learning experiences at work. Indicative journal entries: Investigating Work Based Practice: A directed journal entry(s) focused on the explanation of their role, team contribution, organisational contribution, context in which they work, together with a description of key regulations that influence their work; Directed industry reading and / or research, with reflection. Reflecting on Work Based Practice Reflective accounts on critical work-based learning experiences of the apprentice’s own choice; Evidencing Work Based Practice Entries that evidence work-based learning activities or events, such as e-Learning, training events or activities, conferences, guest speaker sessions, etc. Evidence may include training certification; Workplace Mentor confirmation; reflective account; etc.; Evidence that contributes to the development of their Personal Brand, for instance a social media post(s).

NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture No Description 26 Per Semester 2.17
Tutorial No Description 20 Per Semester 1.67
Directed E-Learning No Description 30 Per Semester 2.50
Independent Learning No Description 174 Per Semester 14.50
Workbased learning No Description 250 Per Semester 20.83
Total Weekly Contact Hours 27.17
 

Module Resources

Recommended Book Resources
  • Todd, F. (2017) Planning Continuing Professional Development. London: Routledge.
  • Bassot, Barbara (2023) The reflective practice guide. 2nd ed. London: Routledge.
  • Megginson (2007) Continuing professional development. London: CIPD..
  • Friedman, Andrew L (2013) Continuing professional development. Taylor & Francis..
This module does not have any article/paper resources
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