Enhancing learning in care settings: the Profile of Learning Achievements in Care Environments (PLACE) project

Abstract

This paper argues that all parties in care settings ‐ that is, older people and their carers, qualified and unqualified staff and students ‐ have learning needs, and that an appreciation of these needs is essential if high‐quality care and a positive work environment are to be achieved. It describes the rationale for, and the development of, the Profile of Learning Achievements in Care Environments (PLACE) approach. Building on the notions of relationship‐centred care and underpinned by the 'Senses Framework', PLACE seeks to provide a toolkit for identifying learning needs, establishing what seems to be working well and agreeing areas in need of improvement. The theory underpinning PLACE and the methodology for its development are described and potential areas for application are considered.

Citation

Brown, J., Robb, Y., Duffy, K. and Lowndes, A. (2009), "Enhancing learning in care settings: the Profile of Learning Achievements in Care Environments (PLACE) project", Quality in Ageing and Older Adults, Vol. 10 No. 3, pp. 24-33. https://doi.org/10.1108/14717794200900022