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    To prepare for employment, a new graduate can self-analyse skills and clinical performance using models of analysis. Self analysis can take many forms, from the competency learning model to personal reflective writing. The purpose is to identify areas for skill development and use the models for improving knowledge (Higginson and Hicks, 2006). From this preparation, the individual can then appreciate the level of clinical supervision that will

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    Reflection in Nursing Reflection in nursing has always been viewed as a valuable concept. It is seen as a “forum” by which a practitioner can learn from his or her experiences (Boud, Keogh and Walker, 1985, p. 18; Johns and Freshwater, 1998) and apply necessary corrective principles and practices to improve his or her performance (Reid, 1993). Others think that reflection is simply thinking about something but reflection is a complex concept and is more than just thoughtful practice (John and Freshwater

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    The Development Of A Pdp

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    needs) in order of priority. Each competency in the PDP assessment informs specific outcomes with the help of this tool (Francis et al., 2014). I can easily monitor my progress towards my progress towards my set goals using the high competencies of my personal and professional skills to improve my areas of opportunities. My PDP shown in table 1, highlights my competencies that needs to be achieved by July 2016. This is with most importance as improving these skill areas will reinforce the main objectives

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    For my client’s confidentiality, throughout the rest of this paper I will be using the false name of Carol to protect her identity. Carol is currently a full-time female student at York University. As I am also a full-time student at York university, when it came time to ask if she would volunteer as my client for this project, Carol’s academic appreciation and understanding personality made the interview very comfortable. Carol’s problem was between her and her best friend whom she feels are growing

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    Reflection is considered as a state of mind which is a continuous practice (Fanghanel, 2004, p. 576). It yields confidential and safe ways to demonstrate personal experiences as well as continuously challenging perceptions, illusions and biases that can be damaging to cultures and society. Reflective practice enables the practitioner to learn about themselves and their work, their culture and society in which they live. As a counsellor, the role of reflection is something that is essential in order

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    Reflection Within Professional Development In this essay I intend to reflect upon a clinical skill, which I have learned and become competent in practicing. I will apply the Gibbs model to the chosen skill throughout the essay to allow for critical thought. Gibbs model includes the areas of description, feelings, evaluation, analysis, conclusion and action plan. (Gibbs, 1988) The term “reflection” directly refers to one’s own ability for serious thought or consideration regarding events

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    UNIT 2 –PRINCIPLES OF PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT IN ADULT SOCIAL CARE SETTINGS Task 1 Number 1 REFLECTING ON PRACTICE What is reflective practice? Reflective practice enables you to develop your skills, increase your knowledge and deal with emotionally challenging situations. Developing your reflective practice early on will pay dividends on everything you undertake as well as building a strong foundation for a successful career. What you did - How you did it - Why you did it - How you

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    the health & social care. It will look at why using frameworks models such as (Gibbs 1988) can attribute to professional development and how new important recommendations on Reflection and Reflective Practice from Governing Bodies such as the NMC were influenced following the (Francis Report 2012). “Reflection is the personal exploration of your own thoughts and actions; it is about thinking things over, which will often reveal anxieties, errors, and weakness as well as strengths and successes” (Boyd

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    Reflective Communication

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    Reflective practice is an essential skill that can be used in both professional and personal growth for lifelong learning (Howatson-Jones, 2016). Reflective practice can be used to critically analyze an event that has occurred and involves " thoughtfully taking into consideration one's own experiences and applying knowledge to practice" (Schon,1987). Reflective practice is especially useful in the healthcare field, and in particular as an Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant

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    Reflective Practice Introduction: Reflection its self is looking into personal thoughts and actions. For nurses this would mean looking at how they performed a particular task taking into consideration their interaction with their colleagues and other members of staff, patients and in some cases relatives This then enables the nurse to assess their actions and thought processes. There are various frameworks of reflection that one could choose and the examples used for this work

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