personal development plan
“The ‘why’ of self-directed learning is survival – your own survival as an individual, and also the survival of the human race. Clearly, we are not talking here about something that would be nice or desirable. . .. We are talking about a basic human competence – that has suddenly become a prerequisite for living in this new world” (Knowles, 1975)
This quote could be related to any business leader. Knowles’ vision suggests there is a solution to meet the challenges of today.
To be able to meet those challenges I have created a Personal Development Plan (PDP), which is improving my conscious skills, activities and knowledge, showing my weakness and strengths.
This PDP is aiming to define what is important for me, what I want to accomplish and what I need to improve on. I have focused, evaluated and prioritized my professional development goals and activities.
I have divided this PDP into two main parts:
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Prior achievements and qualifications, can be found on my Curriculum Vitae
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Skills required to become a Vet physiotherapist.
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2.1. Academical skills
- Knowledge of Functional Animal Anatomy and Physiology
- Knowledge of Pathophysiology of Injury and Disease
- Knowledge of Biomechanics and Gait Evaluation
- Knowledge of updated relevant legislation and animal welfare.
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2.2 Business skills
- Teamworking skills
- Financial management
- Marketing, sales and customer service
- Communication and negotiation skills
- Leadership
- Time management and problem-solving
- Project management and networking
strenghts
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Previous experience in the same level of education (Level 7 Course) while working.
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Time management
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Problem-solving
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Previous science degree
- Previous anatomy knowledge
- Data analysis
- Critical and self-critical skills.
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Previous professional experience working as a nurse
- Time management
- Empathetic with patient and families
- Problem solving under pressure
- Teamworking skills
- Pharmacological knowledge
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Creation of my own business
- Design and marketing skills
- Negotiation and communication skills
- Improved my multimedia resources
weaknesses
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Lack of animal practical experience: majority with humans
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Limited equine experience.
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Living and working in another country
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Lack of confidence with academic writing
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Current job no animal-related
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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) (health worker): COVID pandemic.
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Limited Animal anatomy knowledge
opportunities
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Writtle University facilities and webinar
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Volunteer in Vet Hospital
- Contacts for future employment
- Clinical analyst eye
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Working as a Clinical trainer:
- Continuous social skills development
- Knowledge of the latest medical technology
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Peers with previous equine knowledge
THREATS
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Limited time:
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Full-time job, no defined working hours
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Business trips
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Limited practise experience due to COVID pandemic
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Delay in onsite University session due to COVID pandemic.
swot analysis
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action plan
