PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PORTFOLIOS
It is important to remember that a portfolio is a personal document providing a comprehensive account of professional development. The design of the portfolio is a matter of choice, purchasing one, using one provided by your NHS Trust or designing your own
SUGGESTED CONTENT OF YOUR PORTFOLIO
Curriculum Vitae
- personal biographical details
- academic and professional qualifications
- a summary of previous posts held
Information related to your present post
- date commenced
- job description
- mandatory training undertaken
- committee membership
- dates of IPR/staff appraisal
Continuing professional education and development
- Having attended any course of study it is important to record the learning that has taken place, ways in which it might influence current practice and any action taken as a result.
Time spent on courses does not always equate with improved practice, and attendance certificates do not necessarily mean that learning has taken place. None of the above can be measured simply by recording attendance and it is anticipated that such study will be complemented by some form of managerial performance review and clinical supervision.
Record of time spent on study during current registration period
- Actual hours of study should be recorded so that, if required for audit purposes, the HPS can demonstrate that the HPSET criteria have been met.
- You should distinguish between Mandatory Training and Professional Development Courses.
Other professional activities
- membership of professional organisations
- extra curricular roles
PROFILE
A profile is a selection of information taken from your portfolio for a specific purpose such as applying for a new job, providing evidence of having acquired knowledge and skills to carry out specific procedures or demonstrating evidence of continued professional development for the purpose of HPSET audit.