NVQ Assignment 4
Explain the importance of continually improving knowledge and practice
Professional development must be viewed as a continuous process where knowledge, understanding and skills are being updated and improved to meet the ever-changing demands of the service and the service users.
Legislation, research and enquiry findings, government policies, initiatives and guidance all impact on how care is delivered. As a manager we are responsible for ensuring we are up to date with all the changes that affect service delivery. We need to be able to interpret any changes and understand how they will impact on service delivery. We are responsible for implementing changes to workplace policies and practice in order to remain compliant with legislation or to implement best practice initiatives to improve outcomes for service users. We are also responsible for ensuring that those we manage understand the reasons for, and effectively implement any changes that are required.
Mckibbin and Walton (2012) state that the continuity of improving knowledge and practice can be done by the following:
It helps to ensure a good quality service which is innovative and up to date with best practice is being delivered to clients, carers and families.
It helps to identify areas of development which will support my career.
It reassures my employer etc. that I am competent to fulfil my job role.
It helps me with my career progression.
It challenges and motivates me.
It helps me to learn through feedback from others.
It maintains my competence.
I am inclined to agree with this and like the idea of keeping myself challenged and motivated by continually improving my knowledge.
Analyse potential barriers to professional development
One of the potential barriers to professional development can be lack of understanding which development opportunities suit individual needs and preferences. Poor past educational experiences can lead you to believe that you find learning difficult and should therefore
Professional development must be viewed as a continuous process where knowledge, understanding and skills are being updated and improved to meet the ever-changing demands of the service and the service users.
Legislation, research and enquiry findings, government policies, initiatives and guidance all impact on how care is delivered. As a manager we are responsible for ensuring we are up to date with all the changes that affect service delivery. We need to be able to interpret any changes and understand how they will impact on service delivery. We are responsible for implementing changes to workplace policies and practice in order to remain compliant with legislation or to implement best practice initiatives to improve outcomes for service users. We are also responsible for ensuring that those we manage understand the reasons for, and effectively implement any changes that are required.
Mckibbin and Walton (2012) state that the continuity of improving knowledge and practice can be done by the following:
It helps to ensure a good quality service which is innovative and up to date with best practice is being delivered to clients, carers and families.
It helps to identify areas of development which will support my career.
It reassures my employer etc. that I am competent to fulfil my job role.
It helps me with my career progression.
It challenges and motivates me.
It helps me to learn through feedback from others.
It maintains my competence.
I am inclined to agree with this and like the idea of keeping myself challenged and motivated by continually improving my knowledge.
Analyse potential barriers to professional development
One of the potential barriers to professional development can be lack of understanding which development opportunities suit individual needs and preferences. Poor past educational experiences can lead you to believe that you find learning difficult and should therefore