Net 2018 Conference: Supporting the supporters

This presentation discusses the findings of an MSc study conducted to explore Practice Teachers’ (PTs) experiences of supporting trainee Health Visitors (HVs). The requirements for more HVs present challenges for PTs. The higher cognitive skills required to train future practitioners in leadership roles requires PTs who are appropriately qualified and supported to facilitate this higher learning. The challenge of teaching and assessing HV trainees and the competing demand of a PT’s clinical caseload is exacerbated if the trainee is underperforming. The study explored whether PTs felt equipped with the support mechanisms they require to achieve excellence in their roles.