You may have seen our previous news stories announcing our collaboration with nine other professional bodies and the imminent release of the updated principles of practice-based learning.
We’re delighted to announce that – since first introducing the principles of practice-based learning in October 2022 in collaboration with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) – the updated AHP principles of practice-based learning: working together to support our future workforce has been released.
Since their inception, the principles have acted as both a catalyst and framework for conversations across practice and education as well as amongst many other professions that we work closely with.
It is these conversations that have led to the launch of this updated version co-badged by 10 professional bodies, led by us and the CSP.
The challenges of practice-based learning are common across many AHP professions. By working together with clear and consistent messaging, there is a collective opportunity to better shape and support the provision of practice-based learning for our future workforce.
We want to make it easier for everyone involved to come together and create placements that work for all.
What’s changed in this update?
The change of name is the biggest change to these principles.
Their purpose remains the same – to support the development of quality, sustainable placement opportunities for pre-registration AHP students and apprentices.
Small changes to the language have been made to ensure the principles are fully inclusive to all professions and additional profession specific references have been embedded.
Who are the principles for?
The AHP principles of practice-based learning are designed to be used by everyone involved in practice-based learning. This includes:
- students and apprentices
- university representatives
- practice educators and teams
- service leads
- business owners
… and many more.
We are stronger together
The same principles are applicable across all our professions. By having this common language and shared purpose, we believe these principles offer an opportunity to connect, understand different perspectives and identify areas for joined up working.
Where can I find them?
The updated principles are downloadable on our supporting pre-registration learners webpage.
You can also watch our introductory webinar below to get the full picture from across the collaborating professional bodies.
