Undergraduate CUR-BSC100-2023
Foundations for Professional Health Practice
$1,037 $1,287
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Duration
13 weeks
Study method
100% Online
Available loans
- HECS-HELP
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Assessments
100% online
Prior study
Not required
Start dates
- 28 Aug 2023
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Subject details
At the completion of this subject students will be able to:
- demonstrate academic integrity, effective information search strategies and referencing skills required for tertiary study
- apply professional oral, written and interpersonal communication skills within an interprofessional learning environment
- compare and contrast Australian and international health systems
- describe the key elements of ethical and professional standards and behaviours in health which impact on the safety and quality of client centred service/care
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- Please refer to subject outline
Others
Applicants must be over the age of 16.
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
Introduction to ethical decision making in the context of professional health practice. Application of academic standards and development of skills required for studying at university. Introduction to professional requirements which impact on the safety and quality of client centred service/care when working in a health setting. Examination of differences in Australian and international health systems. Students will learn the value of diversity in inter-professional practice through working in teams. Students will reflect on their learning and begin to develop lifelong learning skills.
Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.
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- Draft Written Assignment (20%)
- Working in Interprofessional Teams (30%)
- Final written assignment (50%)
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