HLTH 403: Personal Development and Reflective Practice in Health

Course Information

Submission Requirements

All evidence must be submitted using Turnitin with an electronic signature on the cover page.

Acceptable File Formats

Turnitin accepts the following formats:

• Microsoft Word® (DOC and DOCX)
• Corel WordPerfect®
• HTML
• Adobe PostScript®
• Plain text (TXT)
• Rich Text Format (RTF)
• Portable Document Format (PDF)
• OpenOffice (ODT)
• Hangul (HWP)
• PowerPoint (PPT)
• Google Docs via Google Drive™

Assessment Overview

Assessment 1: Reflective Leadership Portfolio (50%)

Title: Reflective Leadership Portfolio

Program Alignment:

This assessment forms part of the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Community Health Work Strand) and (Disability Strand) (Level 4) and meets GPO 3:

GPO3: Demonstrate self-awareness, reflective practice, self-management, personal leadership and self-care in a health and wellbeing setting.

Course Code: HLTH403: Personal Development and Reflective Practice in Health (15 Credits)

Course Aim: This course aims to foster personal and professional growth by developing learners' self-awareness, reflective practice, self-management, personal leadership, and self-care, equipping them to effectively manage the challenges of health and wellbeing environments and maintain their own wellbeing.

What You Will Achieve

Upon successful completion of this assessment, students will be able to:

• Evaluate their own self-management and leadership qualities
• Demonstrate how personal leadership influences practice and outcomes within health and wellbeing settings
• Describe how leadership contributes to creating positive and sustainable outcomes in their role
• Reflect on what went well and what could be improved in leadership practice

General Instructions

1. Read all instructions before starting your assessment
2. Read through each task carefully to understand expectations
3. Do not start unless you feel ready
4. Contact your tutor, workplace coordinator, or assessor if you have questions
5. Use the cover page and checklist to ensure nothing is missed
6. Complete the assessment by the assigned due date

Assessment Outcomes

The outcome of the assessment shall be recorded as one of the following:

1. A – Achieved
2. MER – More evidence required
3. DNC – Did not complete
4. Cr – Credit for Prior Learning
5. W – Withdrawn

Assessment Policy

The assessment is foundational theory-based (Kaitiakitanga) and all aspects of the course must be completed to a competent standard. Competency is determined by course tutors in consultation with:

• Industry advisory groups
• Other tutors
• Independent moderators
• NZQA moderators

Failure to submit by the due date or attend a pre-arranged assessment counts as one attempt. Extensions may be arranged at the tutor's discretion if you discuss difficulties with your deadline.

Assessor Role: The assessor will assess your knowledge and practical tasks and make a judgement on your competence. If you meet all unit standard requirements, your assessor will deem you as competent. Alternatively, you may be asked for more evidence.

Re-assessments and Resits

Students who do not achieve the competency standard (A) can apply to re-sit or provide further evidence for components where they did not achieve. The student and tutor arrange a mutually acceptable time and process for re-sit opportunities, with learning support arranged if needed.

Appeals Process

If you believe an assessment has been incorrectly graded:

Step One: Discuss your concerns with your tutor

Step Two: If not resolved, complete an Assessment Appeal form (obtainable from any academic staff member) and file with the Programme Leader or QA Manager. They will advise you of the review timeframe.

Step Three: If still not satisfied, request the Quality Assurance Manager to refer the appeal to an Academic Advisory Board member specialising in Social and Community Services. Their decision will be final.

Plagiarism Policy

The unacknowledged copying or quoting of others' work is considered extremely serious in academic settings.

Consequences:

• Students found cheating will have no marks recorded for that assessment
• Repetition of such conduct results in a failing grade and potential removal from the programme

Skill New Zealand Thresholds:

• Plagiarism threshold: Maximum 25% similarity score accepted
• AI threshold: Maximum 35% accepted

Recommended Resources

Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources

1. Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand – Wellbeing Resources – Offers resources for mental health, stress management, and maintaining professional effectiveness
2. Reflective Practice in Nursing by Chris Bulman & Sue Schutz – A practical guide on reflective practice for health professionals
3. Journal of Continuing Education in the Health Professions – Articles on leadership development and reflective practices in healthcare
4. Leadership in Healthcare: Essential Values and Skills by Carson Dye – A key resource for developing leadership skills in health settings

Recommended Support Resources

1. Kaiako and support staff
2. Public Library and internet research resources
3. Guest speakers
4. Community networks, services, and resources
5. Field trips

These resources will guide students in providing comprehensive material on self-management, reflective practice, professionalism, and leadership in the context of health and wellbeing in New Zealand.

Assessment 1: Reflective Leadership Portfolio

Assessment Details

Weighting: 50%

Learning Outcomes Assessed:

1. LO1: Demonstrate and reflect on the impact of self-management and personal leadership on practice and outcomes in a health and wellbeing setting
2. LO3: Examine and apply self-awareness and reflective practice to enhance personal and professional development, improving decision-making and effectiveness in a health and wellbeing setting

Portfolio Components

You are required to create a Reflective Leadership Portfolio that demonstrates your self-management and personal leadership in a health and wellbeing setting. The portfolio should include the following two parts:

Part 1: Reflective Practice Journal (1,000 Words)

Objective: Demonstrate your self-awareness, reflective practice, and how these influence your professional decision-making.

1.1 Self-Awareness and Decision-Making

Maintain a professional reflective journal during your placement, covering a minimum of 3 decisions over a 3-week period. Each entry should:

• Describe a decision made in your health and wellbeing placement
• Explain how your self-awareness influenced that decision
• Analyze the impact/outcome for you or the people involved

1.2 Application of Reflective Models

Use at least one reflective practice model to guide your analysis. Examples include:

• Gibbs Reflective Cycle
• Driscoll's Model of Reflection
• Other established reflective frameworks

Analyze your self-management and personal leadership experiences and their impact on your professional development.

1.3 Professional Growth and Future Goals

Explain how the insights gained through this reflective process will influence your future practice, including:

• Your decision-making approaches
• Your leadership behaviours
• Your interactions with others in a health and wellbeing setting

Part 2: Personal Leadership Statement (1,000 Words)

Objective: Demonstrate your understanding of your leadership style and its impact on practice outcomes.

2.1 Leadership Style and Self-Management Strategies

Identify and discuss your leadership style:

• Describe at least one leadership style
• Identify two self-management strategies
• Explain the alignment with principles of effective leadership in health and wellbeing settings
• Demonstrate how these qualities show effective leadership in your role

2.2 Impact on Practice and Outcomes

Provide two examples from your practice where your self-management and personal leadership influenced positive outcomes for individuals or teams:

• Example 1: [Describe situation and outcomes]
• Example 2: [Describe situation and outcomes]

For each example, reflect on:

• The short-term impact of your leadership
• The long-term impact of your leadership

2.3 Leadership Challenges and Lessons Learned

Describe two challenges you have faced in leadership roles:

• Challenge 1: How you addressed it
• Challenge 2: How you addressed it

Discuss what these experiences taught you about:

• Effective leadership practices
• Areas for improvement in your own leadership

Submission Requirements

Portfolio Submission

• Format: Submit your portfolio as a single document via Turnitin
• Due Date: Submit by [assigned due date]
• Total Word Count: 2,000 words (Part 1: 1,000 words + Part 2: 1,000 words)
• Referencing: Use APA 7th edition for referencing and in-text citations where relevant
• File Type: One of the acceptable formats listed in submission requirements

Checklist Before Submission

Before submitting your portfolio, ensure you have:

• [ ] Completed both Part 1 (Reflective Practice Journal) and Part 2 (Personal Leadership Statement)
• [ ] Met the minimum word count for each section (1,000 words each)
• [ ] Applied at least one reflective practice model
• [ ] Included at least 2 self-management strategies
• [ ] Provided 2 practice examples showing leadership impact
• [ ] Described 2 leadership challenges and lessons learned
• [ ] Used APA 7th edition referencing throughout
• [ ] Proofread your work for clarity and accuracy
• [ ] Completed the electronic cover page with your signature
• [ ] Saved your document in an acceptable file format

Assessment Criteria

Your assessment will be evaluated based on:

1. Self-awareness and Reflective Practice: How effectively you use reflective models and demonstrate self-awareness
2. Leadership Demonstration: How clearly you identify and describe your leadership style and its impact
3. Professional Development: How well you explain connections between reflection and future professional growth
4. Evidence and Examples: Quality and relevance of examples from practice
5. Academic Standards: Proper use of APA 7th referencing and professional writing
6. Completion of Requirements: Meeting all specified components and word counts

Feedback and Support

For feedback or inquiries about this assessment, contact:

• Skill NZ
• Phone: (09) 271 6106
• Email: info@skillnz.ac.nz