Courses & Units
Integrative Approaches to Common Clinical Problems D CSA516
Introduction
This unit will focus primarily on the use of complementary and alternative medicines (CAMs) for the treatment of medical conditions and will complement the material covered in CSA514, CSA513 and CSA515. The aim will be for you to develop knowledge concerning effective CAMs, and enable you to integrate this knowledge into your practice. This unit will take an evidence-based approach using commercially available CAM products. In situations where the available evidence is not definitive, you will learn how to effectively combine the best available evidence with sound clinical judgement in order to facilitate a sound clinical decision. CSA516 is a self-directed, fully online unit that explores a variety of disease states and their management, using a series of patient cases.
Summary
| Unit name | Integrative Approaches to Common Clinical Problems D |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CSA516 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology |
| Discipline | Pharmacy |
| Coordinator | Doctor Sue Evans |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Semester 1 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Online | Semester 2 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 22/7/2024 | 16/8/2024 | 9/9/2024 | 27/10/2024 |
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- acquire the much needed skill of capacity building by self-reflecting on each case and acquiring essential information on formulating and answering a clinical question using clinical evidence.
- apply advanced clinical knowledge and problem-solving skills to optimise the therapeutic outcomes of patients with a wide range of disease states.
- manage patients with complex treatment needs and make appropriate evidence-based treatment decisions aligned with individual patients priorities.
- communicate effectively with patients and other healthcare professionals regarding patients healthcare needs.
- conduct an informed risk:benefit analysis on cams (and other medicines) to inform clinical decision-making in patients.
- apply organisational skills in planning and managing work time and assignments
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 060501 | $1,118.00 | $1,118.00 | not applicable | $2,596.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Prerequisites
CSA509 AND CSA512Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | This unit is offered online and students are expected to complete approximately 10 hours of independent learning per week. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Assignment 1 (25%)|Assignment 2 (25%)|Assignment 3 (25%)|Online quizzes (25%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
All required reading materials are found in the Unit’s Reading List. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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