7.0 Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives
By the end of this chapter, PSW students, Clinical Instructors (Fanshawe Faculty), and PSW Preceptors will:
- Identify key expectations and requirements for the HLTH 3054 Clinical Professional Practice Placement course, including the roles of PSW students, Clinical Instructors/Advisors, and PSW Preceptors.
- Describe how to access and use current, accessible resources and tools provided in this OER to support learning and supervision.
- Explain the purpose and structure of the Clinical Professional Domains of Practice Competencies and how they align with the role of the PSW.
- Explain how clinical documentation, communication, and reflective practice can be applied in the Clinical Professional Practice setting.
- Identify the importance of collaboration between students, PSW Preceptors/Staff, Fanshawe College Clinical Instructors, and the Fanshawe College PSW Placement and Program Coordinator.
Introduction to the Clinical Professional Practice Courses: Clinical Placement Progression Conditions
The Clinical Professional Practice courses in the PSW program are designed to guide the PSW student to apply concepts and skills they have learned in the classroom and lab practice settings to real-world healthcare environments. These courses build on each other and must be completed in a specific order to ensure the PSW student is fully prepared for each stage of the Clinical Professional Practice Placement. Information is provided in this OER for PSW Students, Fanshawe College Clinical Instructors, Clinical Advisors, and the PSW Preceptors to review expectations and requirements for the three Clinical Professional Practice Courses (HLTH 3054, HLTH 3055, and HLTH 3056).
For a detailed overview of the Clinical Professional Practice course sequence and progression requirements, review Chapter 1.2
What You Need to Know
- A) Clinical Professional Practice Courses must be taken in order.
Each clinical course is a stepping stone to the next. You must complete and pass each one before moving on to the next clinical course.
- B) Progression Depends on Successful Completion.
To move on to the Consolidation (HLTH 3055) and Community (HLTH 2056) Clinical Professional Practice courses, you must pass:
- All theory courses,
- All lab practice components,
- HLTH 3054 Clinical Professional Practice Long-Term Care.
For example:
- If you don’t pass the Long-Term Care Clinical Placement (HLTH 3054), you won’t be able to continue to the Consolidation Clinical Placement course (HLTH 3055).
- If you don’t pass the Consolidation Clinical Placement (HLTH 3055), you won’t be able to continue to the Community Clinical Placement course (HLTH 3056).
- C) Financial Considerations.
If you are unable to progress to the next clinical course, you are still responsible for the full term’s tuition. If you have questions, please connect with the PSW Program Coordinator for guidance.
HLTH 3054 Clinical Professional Practice Placement Long-Term Care Setting
The HLTH 3054 Clinical Professional Practice course guides the PSW student to apply all concepts and skills learned in the first semester of the PSW Program. This includes theoretical knowledge from the classroom, the Clinical Preparation application course, and the lab practice course. Students will continue to explore the role and responsibilities of the PSW while providing personal care and use appropriate communication with clients and the healthcare team. Throughout the clinical placement, students will synthesize learned knowledge and continue to provide safe, competent care for an increasing number of clients.
Students will be expected to demonstrate all acquired skills consistently and competently. Students must maintain confidentiality, follow safety protocols, be organized, use client-centred professional communication, and document while providing care to clients in a Long-Term Care setting.
During this course, the student will be introduced to day and afternoon shifts at their assigned clinical setting.
To progress to the next clinical course, HLTH 3055: PSW Consolidation Clinical Professional Practice Placement, the student must demonstrate satisfactory performance in all five Domains of Practice Competencies. Read Chapter 5.2 to review the Clinical Domains of Practice Competencies.
Adapted with permission from the HLTH 3054 Clinical Professional Practice Curriculum. 2025. © Fanshawe College.
