This trainee’s manual encompasses all necessary skills, knowledge, and attitudes required to Assist in Major Surgery. Students undertaking this module shall be exposed to practical activities that will develop and nurture their competencies. The writing process of this training manual embraced competency-based education and training (CBET) philosophy by providing practical opportunities reflecting real-life situations.
The trainee’s manual is subdivided into units, each unit has got various topics, you will start with a self-assessment exercise to help you rate yourself on the level of skills, knowledge and attitudes about the unit.
A discovery activity is followed to help you discover what you already know about the unit.
After these activities, you will learn more about the topics by doing different activities by reading the required knowledge, techniques, steps, procedures and other requirements under the key facts section, you may also get assistance from the trainer. The activities in this training manual are prepared such that they give opportunities to students to work individually and in groups.
After going through all activities, you shall undertake progressive assessments known as formative and finally conclude with your self-reflection to identify your strengths, weaknesses and areas for improvement.
Do not forget to read the point to remember the section which provides the overall key points and takeaways of the unit.
- Teacher: François Xavier Nsengiyumva