2017/18 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue
GPPH5103M The Consultation
15 creditsClass Size: 48
Module manager: Dr Jane Kirby
Email: j.kirby@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2017/18
Pre-requisite qualifications
Applicants should normally possess a honours degree in a relevant discipline, or a medical degree, and be working in primary care.This module is mutually exclusive with
GPPH5034 | Learn/Teach-Cons In Gen |
GPPH5034M | Learning and Teaching about the Consultation in General Prac |
Module replaces
GPPH5034M Learning and Teaching about the Consultation in General PracticeThis module is not approved as an Elective
Objectives
On completion of this module , students should have gained the knowledge, skills and understanding to:- conduct an in depth academic exploration of the theoretical basis and practical application of 'the consultation' in primary care;
- develop personal consultation skills.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this module, students should be able to:
- critically explore the role of the consultation in primary care, including different models of the consultation;
- apply and critically evaluate these consultation models by observation of a variety of consultations;
- critically evaluate personal consultation skills and develop ways to improve performance in future consultations;
- explore the validity of existing GP consultation models to different primary care contexts.
Skills outcomes
Students will be able to critically apply communication models to observed consultations and develop a personal learning strategy to address learning needs in relation to the consultation.
Syllabus
The module syllabus will include:
- models of the consultation;
- models of analysing the consultation;
- personal and group reflection leading to skills development.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Seminar | 2 | 6.00 | 12.00 |
Independent online learning hours | 12.00 | ||
Private study hours | 126.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 12.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 150.00 |
Private study
Pre-course reading and preparation: 10 hoursIn-course reading and preparation for workshops: 66 hours
Assignment preparation and writing: 50 hours
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
- Attendance record at seminars- Formative analysis and feedback on observed consultations
- Progress will also be monitored by activity and processes within the group work, on-line discussions and other Virtual Learning Environment tools
Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
Essay | 1,500 words | 50.00 |
Essay | 1,500 words | 50.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 09/08/2017
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