PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE CONSOLIDATION
PAR3PPC
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students will commence the transition from undergraduate to graduate paramedicine through reflection on and consolidation of knowledge, skills and attributes essential for safe and professional paramedic practice. The subject is divided into two modules, with module one providing a synthesis and refinement of previously acquired knowledge, including critical and reflective practice techniques, emotional intelligence, and leadership principles. Module two introduces the student to preparation for a graduate year in paramedicine, incorporating curriculum vitae and professional portfolio preparation, and exposure to a range of employment techniques utilised for paramedic recruitment. Students will have the opportunity to translate theoretical knowledge to practice in the form of mock interviews, clinical panel assessments, and scenario critiques.
SchoolLa Trobe Rural Health School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJames King
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
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
Career Ready
Career-focusedYes
Work-based learningYes
Self sourced or Uni sourced
Uni Sourced
Entire subject or partial subjectPartial subject
Total hours/days required70 hours
Location of WBL activity (region)Domestic - regional
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 only has 6 tutorials classes across the semester.
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
Graduate Capabilities
Intended Learning Outcomes
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2020, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSusan Furness
Class requirements
Placement - Off Site
Week:
10
-
16
Ten 10.00 h placement - off site other recurrence
on any day including weekend
from week 10 to week 16
and delivered via blended.
"to be completed alongside online learning"
Tutorial
Week:
16
-
22
One 3.00 h tutorial per week
on weekdays
during the day
from week 16 to week 22
and delivered via face-to-face.
"class divided into 2 groups - morning and afternoon (3 hours per week for each group)"
Unscheduled Online Class
Week:
10
-
16
One 3.00 h unscheduled online class per week
on weekdays
from week 10 to week 16
and delivered via online.
"to be completed alongside in field placement"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Panel clinical assessment (1,500-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO4, SILO5 |
Panel behavioural descriptive interview assessment (1,500-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4, SILO5 |
Professional attribute self-evaluation and personal development plan (1,500-word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO3 |