PHECC Course Development Requirements

Courses are designed and developed to meet the requirements for PHECC approval and certification and reflect a commitment to quality improvement.

• A course design and development policy is in place and documented.
• Courses strike an appropriate balance between theory and practice.
• A broad range of teaching/learning strategies are utilised e.g. presentations, group discussions, skills demonstrations and blended learning as appropriate.
• Course development promotes a commitment to self-directed learning (as appropriate).
• Development reflects any updates or changes in PHECC education and training standards or clinical practice guidelines.
• The aims and objectives of the course are clearly outlined detailing competencies to be achieved by students.
• Detailed lesson plans are available and include all information as set out in PHECC guidelines for theoretical and practical lessons e.g. Tutor and Student activity.
• Detailed timetables for each course on offer are documented and available to all stakeholders and include, time on each topic, teaching method, tutor’s name etc.
• Appropriate instructor/tutor – student ratios are documented and maintained.

PHECC Course Approval

There are clear guidelines for course approval.

The approval process has been adhered to as per governance procedures and PHECC guidelines.

All information required for course approval has been supplied, as per PHECC course approval

Criteria, i.e. duration, tutor/instructor and student ratio, assessment, certification etc.

The approval process for host organisations (internship sites) has been adhered to as per PHECC requirements.

PHECC Course Delivery – Methods of Theoretical and clinical Instruction

Courses are delivered in a manner that meets students’ needs and in accordance with PHECC guidelines.

• A course delivery policy and procedures are developed and documented.
• Induction occurs with each new group of students and individuals where necessary.
• Evidence of student attendance at scheduled training is available.
• Courses are delivered in keeping with PHECC education and training standards and clinical practice guidelines.
• A variety of teaching methods are utilised in order to ensure that students are actively involved and take responsibility for their own learning.
• Appropriately, qualified/certified tutors and instructors deliver courses.
• Delivery of learning outcomes by third parties is documented and monitored on a regular basis, including site visits as appropriate.
• Structured one to one time is available for students as appropriate to their needs.
• For NQEMT courses only: A documented record of student activities (from the student) is maintained and available for inspection by PHECC and relevant stakeholders i.e. the Learning Portfolio.

PHECC Course Review

Courses are reviewed in a manner that allows for constructive feedback from all stakeholders.

• Course review procedures are developed and documented.
• Opportunities for student review are made available during and after their course.
• Tutors/instructors have the opportunity to review their courses during and after delivery.
• The evaluation process involves key stakeholders including mentors, as appropriate.
• The tutor/instructor or course director documents course evaluations.
• Areas for improvements are identified; actions are agreed and implemented as outlined in the course improvement plan and/or QIP.