AHPs working in leadership and policy based settings, or as consultants in clinical areas are often excluded from the provision of practice based learning. A team based approach involves all members of the team, and can add value to the team, providing CPD for team members, and for the students. Taking part in a leadership placement maps onto the 4 pillars of practice, and enables students to develop skills in management and leadership. In addition, it enables AHP leaders and consultants to support the increased demand for practice based learning, and thus help to grow the workforce.
Benefits for students:
Students will also develop an understanding for the skills that AHP leaders require including:
Placement design can be flexible in it's format, and students should be expected to work at least some of the time independently. Delivery can also be delivered either virtually or face to face, and could be carried out as part of a shared or interagency placement.
Considerations for placement
Examples of projects