Training activity information

Details

Shadow an Andrology Healthcare Scientist and reflect on their role

Type

Observational training activity (OTA)

Evidence requirements

Evidence the observation or experience has been undertaken by the trainee.

Reflections on the observation or experience at two timepoints including contextualisation to the trainees own practice. E.g., for planned observations, a reflection before the observation and after, or for unplanned events a reflection one day after and another reflection a week later.

Considerations

  • Consider the relationship between the Andrology Healthcare Scientist and the patient at the start of their healthcare pathway
  • Reflect on the skills required by an Andrology Healthcare Scientist to effectively and sensitively communicate with patients
  • Consider the relationships between the Andrology Healthcare Scientist and referring clinicians

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 1 Outcome

Explore the contribution of Andrology to patient care.

# 2 Outcome

Identify the roles and relationships of the multidisciplinary team in Andrology.

# 3 Outcome

Describe the working practices of Andrology.

# 6 Outcome

Compare and contrast the practice of Andrology with other specialties.