James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2022

NS5344 - Clinical Coaching

Subject Description

In the healthcare environment, clinical coaches work to support the professional learning and development for a variety of learners to maximise their potential. In this subject, students will explore contemporary frameworks and strategies that inform the role of a clinical coach.

Learning Outcomes

• Discuss assessment, feedback and evaluation in relation to clinical coaching
• Define and discuss the key frameworks and strategies that inform clinical coaching
• Critically analyse the clinical coaching role within healthcare contexts
• Reflect on and describe a personal clinical coaching philosophy
• Examine strategies to facilitate clinical learning and manage challenging coaching situations

Subject Assessment

• Written > Case study analysis - (30%) - Individual
• Written > Test/Quiz 1 - Individual
• Written > Reflection/reflective task 1 - (20%) - Individual
• Performance/Practice/Product > Portfolio - (50%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Special Assessment Requirements

Passing requirements: complete and submit all assessment items; achieve a cumulative score of at least 50% after the application of any penalties such as late penalties.

Availabilities