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A Clinical Facilitator supports the education and development of preregistration nursing and midwifery students in clinical settings. You might work in hospitals, healthcare facilities, or educational institutions. Clinical Facilitators focus on guiding students through practical experiences, ensuring they apply theoretical knowledge to real-life scenarios. You’ll assess students' progress, provide feedback, and facilitate a positive learning environment to enhance their clinical skills and confidence.
Clinical Facilitators play a key role in shaping future healthcare professionals. You’ll need strong communication skills, clinical expertise, and the ability to mentor students effectively. You’ll collaborate with healthcare teams and educational staff to ensure students receive quality clinical education and support in their learning journey.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Clinical Facilitator.
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The Clinical Facilitation: Essential Skills and Principles short course helps healthcare professionals train and mentor the next generation of professionals. Whether you are an experienced facilitator or you are new to the role, this course will equip you with essential tools to succeed. Clinical facilitation plays a vital role in nursing and midwifery student education and requires a mix of clinical knowledge, communication skills, and a passion for sharing knowledge. .
Average duration: 1 day.
To become a Clinical Facilitator in Australia, you must meet several requirements:
Registered Nurse (RN): You need to be a Registered Nurse with a valid registration from the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Clinical Experience: Most universities require at least five years of recent nursing experience to ensure you have up-to-date practical knowledge to share with students.
Clinical Facilitation Essential Skills and Principles Course: Completion of this course is now a government requirement. It gives Clinical Facilitators the necessary skills to perform the key functions of their role.
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