SSEH5647 Chronic and Complex Conditions 2
- Credit
- 6 points
- Offering
(see Timetable) If this unit does not have an online alternative, then students who are presently unable to enter Western Australia and whose studies would be delayed by an inability to complete this unit, should contact the unit coordinator (details given on this page) to ascertain, on an individual case-by-case basis, if alternate arrangements can be made to support their study in this unit.
Availability Location Mode Semester 1 UWA (Perth) Face to face Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online. - Content
- The unit focuses on the knowledge, skills and clinical evidence around the design, development and delivery of therapeutic interventions for clients for clients with chronic and/or complex conditions.
The unit will be assessed using a combination of blended learning assessment and feedback, incorporating theoretical and practical elements, problem- based learning, case study analysis, and simulated learning modes. - Outcomes
- Students are able to (1) demonstrate an advanced understanding of the pathological and pathophysiological basis of target pathologies.; (2) demonstrate knowledge of evidence-based rehabilitation or therapeutic practice for target pathologies.; (3) apply knowledge related to design and implementation of therapeutic programs or interventions.; (4) apply knowledge related to clinical assessment of patients with chronic and complex conditions; and (5) apply knowledge related to interpretation of clinical data.
- Assessment
- Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) theory exam; (2) clinical knowledge assessments; and (3) skills and safe practice assessment. Further information is available in the unit outline.
To pass this unit, a student must: (a) achieve an overall mark of 50 per cent or higher for the unit; and (b) achieve the requisite requirements(s) or a mark of 50 per cent or greater, whichever is higher and specified in the unit outline, for the theory exam and skills and safe practice assessment components.
Supplementary assessment is not available in this unit. - Unit Coordinator(s)
- Dr Bonnie Furzer
- Unit rules
- Advisable prior study:
- SSEH5646 Chronic and Complex Conditions 1
- Contact hours
- The lectures, laboratories and seminars occur in two 3-week intensive blocks (at the beginning and end of semester), leaving an 8-week space in between for Work Integrated Learning (WIL). These intensive teaching blocks require students' presence on campus full-time.
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.