Courses & Units
Clinical Paramedicine 1 CAA111
Introduction
This unit will introduce you to foundational clinical paramedicine including information gathering, clinical assessment, diagnostic evaluations, and the management of simple medical and trauma cases. In this unit you will learn about ethical health care, professional communication, safe practice and the mindful, patient-centred application of clinical skills. The unique, diverse environment in which paramedics operate will be explored, as will cultural sensitivities, manual handling, infection control principles and the role of followership in a team setting. Attendance and active engagement are important in gaining the required level of understanding and clinical practice.
Summary
| Unit name | Clinical Paramedicine 1 |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CAA111 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Paramedicine |
| Discipline | Paramedicine |
| Coordinator | Mrs Laura Triffett |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Health Study Period 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Rozelle - Sydney | Health Study Period 2 | On-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Study Period 2 | 8/7/2024 | 26/7/2024 | 23/8/2024 | 6/10/2024 |
* 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
- Integrate basic knowledge of evidence-based practice and reflective practice to inform the application of skills used in contemporary paramedic practice.
- Apply basic practical skills used in systematic and structured patient assessment and management.
- Employ developing critical thinking and basic clinical decision-making to apply skills used in contemporary paramedic practice using relevant techniques.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 069905 | $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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Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Concurrent Prerequisites
CAA110Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
CAA107 & CAA108Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Interactive Online content 2hrs (Weekly) |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Clinical Skills Portfolio|Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) (25%)|Written Assessment (35%)|Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Inglis & Kenneally: Clinical Skills for Paramedic Practice. Elsevier ISBN-978-729542630 Huszar's ECG & 12 Lead Interpretation 6th Edition. Elsevier ISBN- 9780323711951 |
|---|---|
| Recommended | Talley & O’Connor: Clinical Examination. 9th Edition. Elsevier ISBN-978-0-7295-4437-5 | Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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