Courses & Units
Quality Systems and Practice in Health and Community Services ZAC106
Introduction
This unit will introduce you to the quality, safety and regulatory systems that govern service delivery, reporting and accreditation. Principles, policies, standards and guidelines will be considered in the context of the individual, the consumer and the organisation. A cycle of continuous quality improvement involving planning, implementation, evaluation and adaptation will be emphasised, including the central role of consumers in these processes. You will also explore the importance of organisational vision and values and individual role responsibility and accountability in the achievement of quality and safety outcomes.
Summary
| Unit name | Quality Systems and Practice in Health and Community Services |
|---|---|
| Unit code | ZAC106 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Business & Economics University College |
| Discipline | Health and Community Support |
| Coordinator | Doctor Anne Heath |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | Domestic | ||
| Launceston | Semester 2 | On-Campus | Domestic | ||
| Cradle Coast | Semester 2 | On-Campus | Domestic | ||
| Online | Semester 2 | Off-Campus | Domestic | ||
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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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 |
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Learning Outcomes
- Evaluate quality improvement principles and processes and explain how quality, safety, standards and outcomes are measured and reported in practice
- Reflect upon and describe the role of the helping professional, consumer and organisation in continuous quality improvement
- Communicate quality improvement solutions for practice-based issues and risks
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 061309 | $1,118.00 | $1,118.00 | not applicable | $2,648.00 |
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.
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Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 2 x 2 hour online tutorials and 1 x 4 hour workshop per semester (on campus or online). |
|---|---|
| Assessment | AT1: Quality and Safety Analysis (25%)|AT3: Quality Improvement Case Study (35%)|AT2: Review of Standards and Accreditation (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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