Principles and Practice in Health and Social Care (HSC4000-20) Assessment

Assignment Guidelines

Learning Outcome Assessed:

• LO3: Reflect on how your own values could impact professional judgment, with an emphasis on applying work-related experience, analyzing information, and reasoning effectively.

Assessment Objectives:

Students should:

• Critically Reflect on how personal values influence professional practice.

• Evaluate the role of Government policies and legislation in improving Health and Social Care practices.

• Discuss Challenges in making professional judgments that conflict with personal values and beliefs and propose recommendations to address these challenges.

• Incorporate Work-related Experiences to develop arguments and support their analysis.

Marking Criteria:

Formatting Guidelines

• Font: Use Arial or Times New Roman throughout the essay.

• Font Size: The font size should be 12 points.

• Line Spacing: The text should be 1.5-spaced.

• Paragraphs: Start each paragraph with a standard indentation or a space between paragraphs.

• Headings and Subheadings: Use bold for headings and subheadings to clearly differentiate sections.

• Page Numbers: Include page numbers on all pages, starting from the introduction (the title page should not be numbered).

• References: Ensure all references are listed at the end of the document, following the specified referencing style (Harvard).

Reflective Essay Structure:

Student Name and ID

Module Code and Title: HSC4000-20 - Principles and Practice in Health and Social Care

Assignment Title: Reflective Essay (S2)

Word Count: [Insert word count]

Submission Date: [Insert Date]

Table of contents

1. Introduction (Approx. 300-400 words).................................................................... 5
2. Understanding Personal Values in Professional Practice (Approx. 500-600 words)........ 6
3. Critical Reflection on Professional Judgment (Approx. 600-700 words)........................ 6
4. Role of Government Policies and Legislation (Approx. 500-600 words)........................ 6
5. Recommendations and Conclusion (Approx. 300-400 words).................................... 6
6. References (Not included in word count)................................................................ 7

1. Introduction (Approx. 300-400 words)

• Contextual Background: Briefly introduce the context of Health and Social Care practice and the importance of professional judgment.

• Purpose of the Essay: State the aim of the essay, focusing on reflecting on how personal values impact professional judgment.

• Key Themes: Outline the key themes that will be discussed, including personal values, Government policies, and challenges in making professional judgments.

2. Understanding Personal Values in Professional Practice (Approx. 500-600 words)

• Definition and Importance: Define personal values and explain why they are significant in Health and Social Care settings.

• Impact on Professional Judgment: Discuss how personal values can influence decision-making and behavior in professional practice

• Examples from Practice: Provide examples from your work-related experiences that illustrate how your values have impacted your professional judgments.

3. Critical Reflection on Professional Judgment (Approx. 600-700 words)

• Key Principles of Health and Social Care: Reflect on some key principles (e.g., compassion, respect for autonomy, non-maleficence) and how these relate to your values.

• Challenges in Balancing Values and Professionalism: Critically discuss challenges faced when personal values conflict with professional duties or ethical guidelines.

• Use of Theories/Models: Integrate relevant theories or models of reflection (e.g., Gibbs' Reflective Cycle, Schns Model of Reflective Practice) to deepen your analysis.

4. Role of Government Policies and Legislation (Approx. 500-600 words)

• Overview of Relevant Policies/Legislation: Identify key Government policies or legislation that impact Health and Social Care practice. You can choose up to three legislations, such as Data Protection Act, GDPR, Mental Capacity Act, Mental health Act, Equality Act, health and safety Act.

• Impact on Practice: Evaluate how these policies and laws guide or challenge your professional judgment, especially when your personal values are at play.

• Examples and Reflection: Reflect on instances where policies or laws influenced your professional decisions, positively or negatively.

5. Recommendations and Conclusion (Approx. 300-400 words)

• Recommendations for Practice: Suggest strategies or recommendations to address challenges in making professional judgments that align with both personal values and professional standards.

• Summary of Key Points: Summarize the main points discussed in the essay.

• Final Reflection: Offer a final reflection on what you have learned about the impact of personal values on professional judgment and how you plan to address these issues in future practice.

6. References (Not included in word count)

• Academic References: List all academic references used in the essay following the appropriate referencing style (Harvard).

• Policy/Legislation References: Include references to any Government policies or legislation discussed in the essay.