Postgraduate TAS-CRH505-2022

Electronic Health Records

Duration

14 weeks

Study method

100% Online

Available loans

HECS-HELP
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Assessments

100% online

Prior study

Not required

Australia’s fourth oldest university, the University of Tasmania, is highly regarded internationally for teaching and academic excellence. The university offers more than 100 undergraduate degrees and more than 50 postgraduate programs across a range of disciplines. The university offers students a diverse range of opportunities, the chance to learn from leading experts, and excellent preparation for their future careers.

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Subject details

What you'll learn

On completion of this subject, you will be able to:

Critically evaluate the theory and practical application of electronic health records locally and internationally
Analyse drivers and trends influencing the development of EHRs
Critique possible points of tension in the socio-technical system
Debate the ethical considerations of the development, use, and management of EHRs

Topics covered

- Module 1: Introduction to Electronic Health Records (EHRs)
- Module 2: EHRs and Health Information Agenda
- Module 3: EHRs and Conceptual Frameworks
- Module 4: The Ethical Dilemma of EHRs
- Module 5: The Future of EHRs

Entry requirements

In order to enrol in this subject, you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:

Core

TAS-EHL-GCE-2022

Additional requirements

No additional requirements

Description

This subject explores the evolution of the electronic health record (EHR). It examines the definition and context of the EHR, records management, the benefits and barriers of EHRs, the national health information agenda, the EHR as a socio-technical tool, ethical considerations, and the future of EHRs.

Assessments

Executive Briefing - Integrate an EHR (10%)
Internal Analysis Report (35%)
External Environmental Analysis (40%)
Proposal Presentation (15%)

Textbooks

Current study term: 10 Jul 22 to 16 Oct 22

Check the learning management system (LMS) of your university for textbook details.

Related degrees

Postgraduate TAS-EHL-GCE-2022

Graduate Certificate in E-Health Health Informatics