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AHC1501 · Monash University

The rural allied health professional in context

Credit points
6
Level
1
Workload
—
Faculty
Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

What it covers

This core foundation unit will provide you with the knowledge and skills to understand how health professionals work in the Australian context. It will focus on building your understanding of healthcare practices and systems that influence a person’s diverse health needs. Key areas of study include interpretation of health data, social and other health determinants, communication skills, and the roles of health professionals. You will work with students enrolled in other allied health professions, and focus on how professions work together to advocate for better health outcomes for people living in diverse communities.

Assessment

TaskTypeWeight
Development of foundation communication skills (20 mins + 350 words)Demonstration40%
Development of a virtual town folk (2,000 words + 10mins)Artefact60%

When and where

Teaching periodCampusMode
First semester (extended)MilduraOn-campus
BairnsdaleOn-campus
WonthaggiOn-campus