Obstetrics and Paediatrics in Paramedicine unit (CAA313)

Hobart, Online, Sydney

Introduction

This unit will further develop your knowledge and skills in the evidence-based assessment and management of obstetric and paediatric patients in the out-of-hospital setting. These patient groups have unique variances which require special attention in addition to the unique emotional aspects of managing this group of patients. Skills in managing a delivery and the care of the newborn will be covered and the broad range of paediatric clinical challenges in the out-of-hospital setting. You will explore communication strategies regarding the child, family and during crisis. This unit requires significant participation as part of the learning process.

Summary

Unit name	Obstetrics and Paediatrics in Paramedicine
Unit code	CAA313
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Health School of Paramedicine and Public Safety
Discipline	Paramedicine
Coordinator	Leigh Parker
Available as an elective?	No
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Advanced

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Hobart	Semester 2
Online	Semester 2
Sydney	Semester 2

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 2	5/7/2026	27/7/2026	30/8/2026	24/10/2026

* 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 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Synthesise theoretical knowledge to justify the clinical approach to the management of obstetric and paediatric patients in an out-of-hospital setting.
• Apply clinical thinking and skills in the management of obstetric and paediatric patients in diverse settings.
• Demonstrate appropriate cognitive and emotional communication strategies with families and other professions in a professional, ethical and patient-centred manner.

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	$1,192.00	$1,192.00	not applicable	$2,919.00

• 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.

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Requisites

Prerequisites

CAA220 and CAA221

Mutual Exclusions

You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:

CAA307

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	On campus students- 1hr weekly online tutorial, 36 total unit hours of on-campus practical (details as per timetable), self-directed online learning 6hrs weekly Online students - 1hr weekly online tutorial; Self-directed online learning. Note: Online students are exempted from the on-campus Practical Classes due to their relevant clinical experience.
Assessment	Quizzes (25%)|Written Assignment (35%)|Objective Structured Clinical Examination (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Any required readings will be provided by the Unit Coordinator.
Recommended	Any recommended readings will be provided by the Unit Coordinator

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