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Channine Clarke is a Professor at the University of Brighton, serving as Associate Dean for Practice Learning and Partnerships in the School of Education, Sport and Health Sciences. An occupational therapist since 1998, she specializes in mental health and has held leadership roles in clinical governance and education development. Her 2012 PhD on role-emerging placements established her as an international authority in practice learning innovation.
- MSc in Occupational Therapy, University of Exeter (2002)
- PhD in Professional Identity Development, University of Brighton (2012)
Her research focuses on practice learning, professional identity formation, and diverse clinical placements. She pioneered curriculum reforms requiring all Brighton occupational therapy students to complete placements in non-traditional settings. Her work in interpretative phenomenological analysis has shaped understanding of therapist-patient interactions across physical and mental health domains.
Recent publications examine placement diversification in podiatry and identity development in UK community roles. She has developed a digital platform for occupational therapists and organizes annual conferences on diverse practice settings. Her teaching methodology combines problem-based learning with experiential theories, creating student-centered environments that emphasize critical reasoning and reflective practice.
- AdvanceHE National Teaching Fellowship (2024)
- Two Excellence in Facilitating Learning Awards (University of Brighton)
As an MSc/PhD supervisor, she guides research on practice education, occupational science, and therapeutic interventions. Her Higher Education Academy grant funded the creation of authentic digital learning triggers that facilitate lifelong learning readiness. Active collaborations span multiple UK institutions, focusing on clinical education reform and therapist-patient dynamics.
