Module Details

Module Code: LEAD C4703
Module Title: Leading Self and Others
Title: Leading Self and Others
Module Level:: 8
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Janette Davies
Module Author:: Veronica Kelly
Domains:  
Module Description: The aim of this module is to support learners to develop skills in leading others through an increased awareness of self. Leading the self, a prerequisite for leading others begins with self-awareness, and this module uses contemporary approaches including emotional intelligence as a theoretical framework for self work.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Describe the theoretical approaches underpinning the premise that leading others begins with leading the self (D2, 10, D5 13, 19).
LO2 Be able to evaluate the effect of self on others (D1 22), and through self-awareness improve communication, working in partnership and professional judgement for effective practice (D5 13), including role of whistle-blowing (D1 14).
LO3 Understand how to increase personal growth (D1 17), self-awareness, non-judgemental attitude (D1 23) and professional development through the life plan (D 5 19).
LO4 Leading Others -learn to enhance relationships with professional colleagues and develop skills to create professional relationships based on mutual respect and trust (D 5 8 9 12 13 15 ) and asses the dynamics of communicating (power, authority, values) in leading and relating to others. (D2 12 13 15 D5 12).
LO5 Demonstrate understanding of the appropriate use of emotions in professional placement and how this is relevent to the professional social care worker (D2 1 2 10 13 16: D4 1 2 5 6)
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
9992 PRTC C3701 Supervised Professional Practice 2
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
Theoretical Understanding on Leading Self Before Leading Others
Leading self before leading others, dare to lead, mindful leadership, mindful and sustainable practice (D2, 10, D5 13, 19).
Learning to Understand Self
Self-awareness, understand personal growth (D5 19), learning (D5 18), role of self and responsibility for actions and workload (D1 17),
Leaning to Lead Self
Develop personal self-care skills (D5 19), non-judgemental attitude (D1 23) and emotional intelligence through self-plan (Hacker and Washington, 2018).
Leading Others
Learn to enhance relationships with professional colleagues and develop skills to create professional relationships based on mutual respect and trust (D 5 15) and using emotional intelligence assess the dynamics of communicating (power, authority, values) in leading and relating to others. (D1 22 23 D2 10 12 13 15 D5 8 9 12 13 19)
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment40.00%
Project60.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 40
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Essay/ case study/ problem based learning exercise
(D1 17 22 23 D2 10 12 13 15 D5 8 9 12, 13, 15, 19).
Project
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 60
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Continuous Assessment using self-awareness tools for leading self (D1 17 22 23 D2 10 12 13 15 D4 1 2 3 6 D5 8 9 12 13 15 18 19)
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Class lectures, case studies, group work D1 17 22 23 D2 10 12 13 15 D4 1 2 3 6 D5 8 9 12 13 15 18 19 12 Weeks per Stage 2.00 24
Independent Learning Non Contact Independent research, group work, case studies and reading 15 Weeks per Stage 6.73 101
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Allen, A.. (2020), Workbook for Dare to Lead by Brené Brown: A Companion Workbook for Individuals, Educators, and Leaders to Using Dare to Lead by Brené Brown.
  • Brown, B.. (2018), Dare to Lead Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts, Penguin Random House, USA, [ISBN: 9781984844217].
  • Goleman, D.. (2020), The Power of Emotional Intelligence: Why it can matter mor than IQ., Bloomsbury, London.
  • Hacker, S. and Washington, M.. (2018), Lead Self First Before Leading Others: A Life Planning Resource, Business Expert Press, [ISBN: 97819478438].
  • Howard, N and Lyons, D.. (2014), Social Care Learning from Practice, Gill Education, p.320, [ISBN: 9780717159697].
  • Kotter, J. and Rathgerber, H. (2006), Our Iceberg is Melting, 2. Penguin Random House, London, [ISBN: 978-039956391].
  • Lyons, D. and Brown, T. (2021), Proficiency Guide to the Standards of Proficiency for Social Care Workers, eBook.
  • MacKian, S. and Simons, J. (Eds). Leading, Managing, Caring: Understanding Leadership and Management in Health and Social Care, Routledge, London, [ISBN: 9780415658515].
  • Melnyck, B. and Raderstorf, T.. (2021), Evidence-Based Leadership, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Nursing and Healthcare: A Practical Guide to Success, 1. Springer.
  • O’Sullivan, T.. (2011), Decision Making in Social Work., UK; Palgrave Macmillan, [ISBN: 978-033368481].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Kotter, J and Cohen. D.. (2012), The Heart of Change: Real-Life Stories of How People Change Their Organizations, Harvard Business School.
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