Part 1: Reflective Practice accounts - Five 500-word reflective assignments on the candidates practice in key areas linked to probation practice
Part 2: Essay - A 1000-word essay focusing on the skills they have that can transfer into the skills needed for Probation practice
Part 3: Employer Endorsement Requirement - For the Employer to provide overall sign off for learners to progress to level 5.

Reflective Portfolio

This module will be supported by several seminars and workshops which will be delivered at regular points throughout the module, as well as weekly drop-in sessions to support learning. Content will include: academic skill development – reflective models – values &amp; beliefs – power and authority – professional relationships &amp; boundaries – diversity &amp; difference – Human Rights – integrating knowledge, practice &amp; theory.

Professional and Academic Development - 4001COMJUS

Professional and Academic Development

Use key skills required for adult learning, including academic writing, application of theory and research to practice, and referencing.  

Apply a structured model to reflect on the principles and values underpinning probation practice, including the fair and legitimate use of power and authority. 

Explain the knowledge and understanding required to work effectively with individuals who have complex needs or who display challenging behaviours, recognising rights and diversity.

Identify appropriate criteria relating to quality and ethical standards to reflect on decision making in probation practice.