The Collaborative
Learning Unit
Model of Nursing Practice Education
“Virtual binder” files below 📘
Overview
Practice-based, or workplace-integrated, learning is a fundamental component of Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs. The Dedicated Education Unit (DEU) model has been implemented widely in a range of contexts over the past two decades as an alternative to traditional faculty-led and preceptor models. In Victoria BC, academic (University of Victoria School of Nursing) and practice (Island Health) partners adapted and piloted the DEU model in 2003 as a Collaborative Learning Unit (CLU).
In 2017, our academic-practice team received funding from the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research (Nursing Research Initiative) to evaluate this practice education model and explore the impact of student learning within the CLU model on development of a knowledge informed culture and the implementation of evidence based practice in point of care settings by BSN students and Registered Nurses.
In this website, you will find information related to our CLU model and this research study.
BSN Virtual Binder print files
Print the following documents to place in a binder. Cover and spine design included.
Cover and spine
CLU/preceptor handbook
CLU model information
Tip sheets
- CLU One-Pager Tip 1 – Learning and inquiry
- CLU One-Pager Tip 2 – Establish relationship
- CLU One-Pager Tip 3 – Who does what
- CLU One-Pager Tip 4 – Where students are
- CLU One-Pager Tip 5 – Learning Plan
- CLU One-Pager Tip 6 – Learning activities
- CLU One-Pager Tip 7 – Critical thinking
- CLU One-Pager Tip 8 – Provide feedback
- CLU One-Pager Tip 9 – Faculty feedback
- CLU One-Pager Tip 10 – Support struggling
BCCNM entry-to-practice competencies
Syllabi
Controls on practice, scope of practice documents
Interprofessional education
Feedback forms
- Form 1
- Form 2