Courses & Units
Clinical Redesign CAM554
Hobart
Introduction
This unit introduces students to the clinical redesign methodology and its process. Students will learn about effective redesign methods, theories and frameworks in a global context to prepare them to initiate clinical redesign in practice. Students will learn about evaluating initiatives and human and relational factors in complex people centred environments. Students will be educated about broader system issues and reform such as more timely care, better access and more efficient use of clinical and other resources. There will be a focus on system efficiency, better patient experience, patient journey, value-adding healthcare and evaluation.
Summary
| Unit name | Clinical Redesign |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CAM554 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Medicine |
| Discipline | Medicine |
| Coordinator | Doctor Pieter Van Dam |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic Domestic | |
| Hobart | Semester 2 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 22/2/2021 | 23/3/2021 | 12/4/2021 | 30/5/2021 |
| Semester 2 | 12/7/2021 | 10/8/2021 | 30/8/2021 | 17/10/2021 |
* 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 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- examine the purpose of clinical redesign and its process globally.
- demonstrate an appreciation of the importance of research to evidence-based healthcare/services redesign, including the ability to adapt knowledge and skills to diverse contexts and to exercise critical thinking and judgement in developing new understandings.
- describe, critique and analyse the theories, frameworks and concepts used in clinical redesign.
- explain and appraise the importance of defining, analysing and improving processes and systems in healthcare; describe clinical redesign methods and techniques commonly used in the healthcare setting and determine their appropriate applications.
- to describe possible solutions to the relational challenges inherent in the redesign process. these challenges include, motivating staff in a change fatigued environment, engaging busy clinicians, generating shared solutions, dealing with negativity, and facilitating groups effectively.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 061399 | $993.00 | $993.00 | not applicable | $2,525.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
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.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | The unit will be delivered fully online |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Online Assessment (10%)|Poster Presentation (40%)|Portfolio (10%)|Final Evaluation Presentation (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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