PHPS41200

Evidence based practice is core to a dietitian’s professional role. This module is designed to introduce students to the importance of evidence-based practice in preparation for professional practice placements. Students will be introduced to the work of the dietitian including the nutrition care process and behavioural change skills. The module will provide students with a foundation in professional, interprofessional, ethical and health and safety issues. The module also addresses areas such as confidentiality, the patient/client relationship and data protection, referencing key legislation and policy documents. Students receive education in risk assessment, manual handling and infection control. The module will also provide students with an overview of the regulatory and health service environments in which they will practise and address professional body membership and continuing professional development. Students will learn about the concepts of problem-based learning and reflective practice and will apply these to a number of cases requiring dietetics interventions. This is a core module for the MSc (level 9) in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics and successful completion is a pre-requisite for the MSc in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics Practice Placement modules.