DC6009 - Coaching and Mentoring (PCDA)

What will I learn on this module?

This module explores aspects of coaching and mentoring within a contemporary police service. The module will centre on the concepts of coaching and mentoring and how these may enable individuals to meet personal, professional, and organisational goals. You will learn about the theories pertinent to the above concepts and their relevance to a policing context. Throughout the module you will understand the importance of mentoring in terms of learning, development, and performance. You will explore who learning from coaching and mentoring sessions can be applied in the workplace. In addition to the above, the module will focus on the principles of work-based assessment within policing and the relevance of this in promoting consistent, professional standards within the organisation.

COP Curriculum Learning Outcomes

Introduction to Coaching, Mentoring and Assessment

1.1 - 1.4

2.1

3.1 - 3.4

4.1- 4.3

How will I learn on this module?

Topics will normally be introduced in lectures and explored through learning involving a variety of classroom-based lectures and role play scenarios. The aim is to use interactive presentations, speakers from relevant police departments, tutor-guided and independent student learning, along with student presentations and formative assessments. Students will be encouraged to develop independent learning skills. The university library offers support for all students through its catalogue and an Ask4Help online tool.

How will I be supported academically on this module?

Students will be supported through a variety of means including classroom participation and discussion. All lecture, seminar and workshop material will be available on the University’s eLearning Portal, supplemented with guidance on further reading relevant to the subjects. Written or verbal assessment feedback will be used to enable students to understand how they performed and how these aspects can be improved in subsequent assessments.

What will I be expected to read on this module?

All modules at Northumbria include a range of reading materials that students are expected to engage with. The reading list for this module can be found at: http://readinglists.northumbria.ac.uk
(Reading List service online guide for academic staff this containing contact details for the Reading List team – http://library.northumbria.ac.uk/readinglists)

What will I be expected to achieve?

Knowledge & Understanding (K&U):
1) Understand the principles and practices of work-based assessment within policing

2) Appreciate the importance and applicability of coaching and mentoring to a professional police organisation and the skills required to deliver them

Intellectual/Professional skills & abilities (IPSA):

1. Demonstrate the skills required to encourage others to achieve their full potential through coaching and mentoring

Personal Values Attributes (Global / Cultural awareness, Ethics, Curiosity) (PVA):

1. Demonstrate a commitment to the development of skills in colleagues

How will I be assessed?

20 minute role play presentation which students will complete in pairs.

Pre-requisite(s)

N/A

Co-requisite(s)

N/A

Module abstract

This module engages students in the use of and analysis of key ideas related to coaching and mentoring. The classroom based activities will provide an opportunity for students to test out, analyse aspects of their learning such as their own understandings, thoughts and skills on these based on your own reading and research endeavours. Students will do this in a supportive environment with contributions from your peers. The module will involve role play scenarios for students to practice coaching and mentoring skills.

Course info

Credits 20

Level of Study Undergraduate

Mode of Study 30 months Full Time

Location City Campus, Northumbria University

City Newcastle

Fee Information

Module Information

Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship | Durham Constabulary

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