Table 2.
Means, percentage ratings and the IQD for each characteristic (* characteristics considered not important)
| THEME: KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING | Percentage >4 | MEAN | IQD |
|---|---|---|---|
| The student demonstrates sound theoretical knowledge in basic sciences |
78 |
5.18 |
0.5 |
| The student demonstrates a thorough knowledge of therapy practices relevant to the area* |
52 |
4.42 |
0.5 |
| The student knows how to access information when a gap in knowledge or need for further information is identified |
91 |
5.97 |
0.5 |
| The student demonstrates basic knowledge of the key features of common conditions |
74 |
5.09 |
1 |
| The student demonstrates some understanding about the department or organisation where they will be undertaking the placement* |
25 |
3.66 |
0.5 |
| The student demonstrates knowledge of basic treatment principles for common conditions* |
68 |
5.06 |
1 |
| The student demonstrates knowledge of forms of treatment that may be detrimental to a client |
71 |
5.02 |
1 |
| The student demonstrates knowledge of other professions and their roles* |
48 |
4.22 |
1 |
| The student has an understanding of own learning style |
82 |
5.34 |
0.5 |
| The student demonstrates knowledge of the clinical assessment tools their educator is using to assess them |
75 |
5.14 |
0.5 |
|
THEME: WILLINGNESS |
|
|
|
| The student is willing to work as a team with peers, colleagues and other health professionals |
100 |
6.19 |
0.5 |
| The student is willing to ask questions and clarify to ensure understanding |
99 |
6.44 |
0.5 |
| The student is willing to try new techniques |
98 |
5.95 |
1 |
| The student is willing to discuss and exchange ideas to maximise patient care |
99 |
6.23 |
0.5 |
| The student is willing to receive feedback/constructive criticisms |
100 |
6.51 |
0.5 |
| The student displays a willingness to take on board any appropriate requested task |
97 |
6.14 |
0.5 |
| The student is willing to stray from their comfort zone |
84 |
5.41 |
0.5 |
| The student is willing to adhere to positive workplace culture and routines e.g. tidying up, cleaning |
96 |
5.93 |
1 |
| The student is willing to take responsibility for their own learning |
98 |
6.33 |
0.5 |
| The student is willing to self evaluate |
99 |
6.13 |
0.5 |
|
THEME: PROFESSIONALISM |
|
|
|
| The student has a thorough understanding of the code of conduct and ethics for their profession |
85 |
5.53 |
0.5 |
| The student understands their role and is able to verbalise this |
79 |
5.13 |
0.5 |
| The student arrives at the placement on time |
96 |
5.96 |
1 |
| The student’s appearance is appropriate for the workplace and placement (e.g. hair, fingernails, jewellery) |
96 |
5.89 |
1 |
| The student is dressed appropriately for the placement (e.g. closed in shoes, uniform if appropriate, visible ID badge) |
96 |
5.93 |
1 |
| The student complies with professional matters such as confidentiality |
99 |
6.70 |
0 |
| The student attends each day having demonstrated appropriate follow up from previous day |
94 |
5.86 |
0.5 |
| The student makes appropriate contact with facility/educator prior to the placement commencing |
88 |
5.70 |
0.75 |
| The student is prepared for the first day having completed the appropriate pre-reading and bringing learning resources relevant for the clinical area(s) |
84 |
5.57 |
0.75 |
| The student displays ability to maintain professional boundaries with patients/clients |
95 |
6.27 |
0.5 |
| The student respectfully engages with people from a wide range of cultures and backgrounds |
97 |
6.20 |
0.5 |
|
THEME: COMMUNICATION AND INTERACTION |
|
|
|
| The student demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills (verbal, non-verbal and listening) with clients across the lifespan |
89 |
5.75 |
1 |
| The student is able to liaise with key stakeholders, such as organising appointments |
73 |
5.03 |
1 |
| The student is able to communicate professionally with members of the multidisciplinary team |
87 |
5.53 |
0.5 |
| The student demonstrates respectful and non-judgemental communication |
97 |
6.19 |
0.5 |
| The student has the capacity to adjust their interaction style to meet the needs of the audience, whether it be colleagues, clients or others |
89 |
5.60 |
0.5 |
| The student demonstrates effective written communication skills, in charts, letters and information for clients |
81 |
5.26 |
0.5 |
|
THEME: PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES |
|
|
|
| The student demonstrates enthusiasm and interest in the placement |
92 |
5.79 |
0.5 |
| The student shows initiative |
97 |
5.86 |
0.5 |
| The student is sensitive/empathetic to client's needs and concerns |
99 |
6.01 |
1 |
| The student has the ability to manage stress levels |
87 |
5.36 |
0.5 |
| The student demonstrates a desire to learn |
99 |
6.26 |
0.5 |
| The student demonstrates the ability to self reflect on performance, interactions and outcomes |
93 |
5.95 |
1 |
| The student has self awareness of own limitations and is honest about current level of knowledge & skills |
97 |
6.04 |
1 |
| The student demonstrates the ability to apply oneself |
97 |
5.92 |
0.5 |
| The student is attentive |
97 |
5.90 |
0.5 |
| The student is curious and asks questions |
94 |
5.77 |
0.5 |
| The student is proactive |
94 |
5.78 |
0.5 |
| The student is diligent |
95 |
5.77 |
0.5 |
| The student is self directed |
91 |
5.69 |
0.5 |
| The student is helpful |
84 |
5.45 |
0.5 |
| The student is polite |
93 |
5.82 |
1 |
| The student is creative* |
63 |
4.73 |
1 |
| The student is assertive * |
60 |
4.65 |
1 |
|
THEME: SKILLS |
|
|
|
| The student demonstrates time management skills e.g. use of a diary, to do lists |
82 |
5.38 |
0.5 |
| The student demonstrates organisational skills |
85 |
5.45 |
0.5 |
| The student has good verbal and written skills |
90 |
5.57 |
0.5 |
| The student demonstrates good observational skills |
86 |
5.60 |
0.5 |
| The student has research skills to find basic information to fill in existing knowledge gaps |
90 |
5.69 |
0.5 |
| The student has foundation skills for the area of practice |
81 |
5.35 |
0.5 |
| The student demonstrates social skills e.g. the ability to relate personably |
93 |
5.81 |
1 |
| The student demonstrates problem-solving skills | 95 | 5.73 | 0.5 |