par3gsn gerontology and special needs
GERONTOLOGY AND SPECIAL NEEDS
PAR3GSN
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject you will be introduced to a range of medical conditions relating to gerontology, as well as to individuals with special needs. Out of hospital management of gerontological patients will be considered, and the physical, psychosocial and psychological aspects relating to ageing will be discussed and applied to simulated learning experiences. You will also combine theoretical knowledge, with practical skills, to effectively manage patients with a range of long-term medical conditions necessitating specialised and extended care measures. Particular emphasis will be placed on reflective practice and decision-making, communication and problem-solving skills needed to manage these specific population groups.
SchoolLa Trobe Rural Health School (Pre 2022)
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorGeorge Mnatzaganian
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must pass PHE3COS and PAR3IPP and must be enrolled in HZPPPNB - Bachelor of Paramedic Practice/Bachelor of Public Health Promotion HHPPB - Bachelor of Paramedic Practice with Honours
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
Older people, issues and innovations in care.
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorNay, R
Year2009
Edition/Volume3RD EDN
PublisherCHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE, AUSTRALIA.
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Chronic illness and disability
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorChang, E
Year2018
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherCHURCHILL LIVINGSTONE, AUSTRALIA
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Career Ready
Career-focusedYes
Work-based learningYes
Self sourced or Uni sourced
Uni Sourced
Entire subject or partial subjectPartial subject
Total hours/days required24 hours
Location of WBL activity (region)Flexible
WBL addtional requirementsImmunisations/Police Checks/Working with Children Checks are required as is the need to travel and potentially accommodation. No simulation or scenarios as subject is completed via distance education.
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
Graduate Capabilities
Intended Learning Outcomes
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorGeorge Mnatzaganian
Class requirements
Placement - Off SiteWeek: 31 - 43
One 5.00 days placement - off site other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Clinical placement with a rural or aged care placement provider.
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 31 - 43
Twelve 2.00 hours unscheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
Twelve two hour online learning sessions.
WorkShopWeek: 31 - 31
Four 3.00 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 31 and delivered via face-to-face.
Students to attend four 3-our workshops on campus, in week one of semester two.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Case Study (1,500-words) | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Fortnightly Critically Reflective Journal Activity (weeks 2, 5, 8, and 11) (2,000-words equiv) | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |
Responses to key questions weeks 4, 8 and 10 (750-words) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5 |