Courses & Units
Legal and Ethical Issues in Health Care CNA308
Introduction
This unit explores how legal and ethical principles inform the practice of healthcare professionals in Australia. You will gain knowledge of the fundamental legal and ethical principles governing practice and reflect on how to apply these in everyday situations. Through the analysis of real-world case studies, you will also gain a critical appreciation of the legal and ethical complexities, and the multiple perspectives inherent in any healthcare context.
Summary
| Unit name | Legal and Ethical Issues in Health Care |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CNA308 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Medicine |
| Discipline | Paramedicine|Philosophy and Gender Studies |
| Coordinator | Doctor Suzy Bliss |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Advanced |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launceston | Spring school (extended) | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring school (extended) | 31/10/2022 | 23/11/2022 | 27/12/2022 | 19/2/2023 |
* 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 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- describe the laws and fundamental legal principles that are relevant to healthcare practice in Australia. (PPCS 2; 3; 6.1; 8.5,)
- apply the codes of conduct, codes of ethics and professional standards relevant to clinical situations. (PPCS 1; 2; 3;4.2)
- reflect upon your personal qualities and relate them to your capacity to care for self and others in clinical practice. (PPCS 3; 9.1; 9.2)
- discuss the concept of ethical practice in a professional healthcare context. (PPCS 1; 2; 3)
- analyse the ethico-legal complexities of clinical situation and apply legal and ethical principles to clinical decision-making. (PPCS 1; 2; 3; 4; 8.3)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 060301 | $498.00 | $498.00 | not applicable | $2,615.00 |
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 | Fully online. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Take home exam (35%)|Online reflective journal (15%)|Written assignment (50%) |
| 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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