Professional Studies 1

Unit code: HNB1103 | Study level: Undergraduate
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
St Albans
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Overview
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Overview

This unit enables students to explore the development of their health discipline/s. Portrayals of their health profession/s in the media will be discussed and students are to consider these critically in relation to their personal perceptions. Students will be introduced to broad frameworks which shape the scope and dimensions of their practice, including interprofessional practice. These include professional practice (ethics, law and regulatory frameworks); reflective practice, critical thinking and analysis (use of evidence in practice); competencies and scope of practice. There is a particular emphasis on assisting students to develop academic and professional literacy skills in order to practice as a professional. Knowledge and skills related to creating and maintaining a professional practice portfolio will be introduced.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Describe the development of their healthcare profession;
  2. Evaluate portrayals of their profession in the media;
  3. Discuss the ethical and legal requirements for professional practice;
  4. Examine the scope of practice of their profession in terms of regulatory frameworks and interprofessional practice;
  5. Discuss the use of evidence in healthcare practice;
  6. Apply the knowledge and skills required for reflective practice;
  7. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in information literacy and academic writing;
  8. Initiate a personal professional practice portfolio.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Assignment
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Grade: 15%
Online Tests (2)
Assessment type: Assignment
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Grade: 40%
Written assessment
Assessment type: Assignment
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Grade: 30%
Written assessment: Group report
Assessment type: Presentation
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Grade: 15%
Group presentation

Required reading

Required textbooks will be prescribed by the Lecturer.

As part of a course

This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.

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