Effective practice learning

1. Organisation of practice learning

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Approved education institutions, together with practice learning partners, must ensure that:

1.1practice learning complies with the NMC Standards framework for nursing and midwifery education

1.2practice learning complies with specific programme standards

1.3practice learning is designed to meet proficiencies and outcomes relevant to the programme

1.4there are suitable systems, processes, resources and individuals in place to ensure safe and effective coordination of learning within practice learning environments

1.5there is a nominated person for each practice setting to actively support students and address student concerns

1.6students are made aware of the support and opportunities available to them within all learning environments

1.7students are empowered to be proactive and to take responsibility for their learning

1.8students have opportunities to learn from a range of relevant people in practice learning environments, including users of services, registered and non-registered individuals, and other students as appropriate

1.9learning experiences are inclusive and support the diverse needs of individual students

1.10learning experiences are tailored to the student’s stage of learning, proficiencies and programme outcomes, and

1.11all nurses, midwives and nursing associates contribute to practice learning in accordance with the Code.