21 Outcome 7.1 Kaizen

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Range: evaluation includes collaboration with learner's and candidate's supervisor.

 Evidence requirements: Changes made during the programme are identified as potential improvements for future programmes.

 Collaboration with supervisor. Suck eggs! I demand autonomy and independence the same as that which I grant my learners. Hom-erun book. Whether material was compelling or not. Drop what you don't like. [Kaizen]

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