Direct Observation of Practical Skills (DOPS)

The Direct Observation Practical Skills (DOPS) is has been designed specifically for the assessment of practical skills, and is useful for demonstrating competence in a range of practical activities.

The observed process should take no longer than 15 – 20 minutes, and a further five minutes should be allocated for obtaining feedback.

How to use DOPS in practice

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How to use DOPS in practice

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How to use DOPS in practice

Community example

How to use a DOPS in practice

Hospital example

Completing the DOPS assessment

Flu Vaccination

Completing the DOPS assessment

Community example


Completing the DOPS assessment

Hospital example

How to give feedback