ABOUT US APPLICANT INFORMATION COURSES CONSULTANCY/AUDITING PUBLICATIONS PRODUCTS CONTACT US FAQ's HOME Courses/Training Programs Alphabetical Listing  Alphabetical Listing of all Courses/Training Programs Subject Area Listing  Aged Care  Allied Health  General  Hospitality  Infection Control & Sterilisation  Management  Nursing  Technicians Course/Training Program Type Listing  Certificate Courses  Short Courses  Distance Education  Traineeships Home Contact Us Nursing Preceptorship in Aged Care Environments More nursing students are engaging in clinical practice within Residential Aged Care facilities. In doing so, it is essential that preceptorships are available to provide these students with appropriate guidance and support. Engaging students to convert their theoretical knowledge into patient centred care skills is a major issue for health professional and healthcare organisations alike. Students and new staff depend on experienced exceptional practitioners to provide a dynamic and engaging learning environment. Support systems such as Nursing Preceptors provide the right stimulus for role learning and acquisition of professional skills. This program offers Registered Nurses the skills they require to become effective Nursing Preceptors.   Application Form Details Designed For Clinical teachers, managers, nurse unit managers, assistant nurse unit managers, clinical nurse specialists and any nurse who supervises others. Training Program Training through instruction and demonstration of work skills (TAADEL301C) This unit has been customised to address the specific skills required in Nursing Preceptorship Content Preceptorship issues Issues of teaching and learning in the clinical environment Adult learning principles and teaching strategies specific to the clinical environment Clinical competencies and assessment skills Planning, implementing and evaluating a teaching session Student contracts Roles and responsibilities in the preceptor student relationship Learning Pathway Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAA40104) Delivery 2 days at Mayfield from 9.00am to 4.30pm Dates 15 and 29 June, 2009 Assessment Submission of a portfolio demonstrating criteria outlined in TAADEL301C Completion of an assessment task is required for participants wishing to receive a Statement of Attainment. Award Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment CNE Points 12 CNE points Fee $780 per person. A light lunch will be provided Closing Date Three weeks beforehand. Late applications considered Location Hawthorn campus. Organisations may choose to have this program delivered in the workplace as a customised course.   Application Form