Courses & Units
Evidence Based Health Care CSA288
Introduction
The Evidence Based Health Care unit is a foundation course developing your ability to understand the concepts of evidence based practice in health care delivery and to apply its principles to your own health professional environment. This unit introduces you to the principles of evidence based practice, encompassing not only its strengths, but also its limitations. The unit outlines the components and determinants of evidence based practice, including the evaluation of literature, health economics and health statistics, the role and autonomy of the patient, risk assessment and prioritisation, clinical decision making, and quality and safety management.
Summary
| Unit name | Evidence Based Health Care |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CSA288 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology |
| Discipline | Pharmacy |
| Coordinator | Doctor Daniel Hoyle |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Intermediate |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Hobart | Summer school | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 11/7/2022 | 9/8/2022 | 29/8/2022 | 16/10/2022 |
| Summer school | 3/1/2022 | 14/1/2022 | 31/1/2022 | 27/2/2022 |
* 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
- analyse situations and utilise decision making skills when assessing professional, legal and ethical aspects of pharmacy practice.
- demonstrate an understanding (and practice) of ethical practice for healthcare professionals.
- demonstrate an ability to work effectively as part of teams/groups and constructively contribute to learning.
- search, evaluate and appropriately reference drug information and pharmacy related literature.
- apply an evidence-based decision framework in the management of medicines and use of healthcare interventions.
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 060500 | $1,002.00 | $1,002.00 | not applicable | $2,354.00 |
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
Prerequisites
CSA157 AND CSA103Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Online learning resources (equivalent to 3 hours of activity per week) with supporting workshops. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Take home written exam (40%)|Written assignment 1: Critical review of health care literature (25%)|Written assignment 2: Statistics (15%)|Group debate presentation (10%)|Role play activity (10%) |
| 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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