Core Skill 10: Reflection
Level
Standard of Level
1
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SCQF
8
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2
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SCQF
9
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3
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SCQF
9
Criteria for Core Skill 10 : Reflection
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Uses tools such as the diary, critical incident reports, discussions, and personal portfolio to demonstrate learning
through reflection in midwifery practice.
Can identify new knowledge and understanding as a result of reflection
Explores issues from a variety of perspectives.
Shows awareness of implications of both personal values and beliefs in relation to actions.
Can reflect upon the importance of evidence-based practice in caring for women, babies and families
Maintenance of Level 1
Integrating theory and evidence
base to inform practice
Developing proficiency
Reliably participating in care with
supervision
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Makes explicit rationales which govern midwifery actions.
Can integrate aspects of theory to inform midwifery practice..
Can monitor/review own learning.
Developing the ability to reflect critically on practice.
Maintenance of Levels 1 and 2
Safe and competent to practise
independently with support from
mentor
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Can reflect critically on practice to appraise and evaluate the effectiveness of midwifery care.
Skilled in problem solving in midwifery.
Skilled in critical thinking in a midwifery setting.
Engage in reflection upon own professional learning needs and take steps to meet these.
Engages in reflective thinking that contributes to advancing practice.
Aware of theory and evidence base
underpinning care
Relates theory to practice
Observant and knowledgeable
Participating in care with
supervision
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Core Skill 10: Reflection
Level
Criteria
1
Trimester
2
SCQF9
3
SCQF9
()
Skills
Maintained
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1
SCQF8
2
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Skills
Achieved
3
Evidence-Base
Reference
Mentor/Student Comment
Mentor:
Sign and Date
Student:
Sign and Date