development

> Appraisal and Revalidation

This course meets the Clinical Governance Team's recommendations on appraisal.

Participants will be able to:

review the DOH White paper “Trust, Assurance and Safety” and consider the inclusion of “summative” elements within the appraisal process
demonstrate an understanding of the purpose of appraisal
understand the implications of the Health and Social Care Act 2008
understand the difference between relicensure and recertification
produce high quality appraisal documentation
consider the preparation required from both parties prior to the annual appraisal meeting including the collation of evidence
understand the clinical 360o feedback process and how the assessment can be used as evidence
discuss how to handle the difficult appraisal
examine and practise the communication skills and structure on conversation appropriate to running an effective annual appraisal