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Advanced Pharmacotherapeutics and Pharmacy Practice 2 unit (CSA410)

Location: Cradle Coast, Hobart, Launceston

Introduction

In this capstone unit, you will bring together all of your previously learnt knowledge and skills and apply them during your extended practice placement. You will undertake 80 hours of community pharmacy placement, 80 hours of hospital pharmacy placement, and at least 40 hours of extended or specialised pharmacy practice placements. In addition, you will participate in an on-campus teaching block that includes multidisciplinary sessions and training in conducting medication reviews in aged care facilities. Drawing on your research and professional writing skills, you will work in teams to produce a continuing professional development (CPD) article and an accompanying patient information resource on a contemporary topic in pharmacy practice.

Summary

Unit name Advanced Pharmacotherapeutics and Pharmacy Practice 2
Unit code CSA410
Credit points 50
College/School Health
School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology
Discipline Pharmacy
Coordinator Doctor Felicity Veal
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Honours

Sustainable Development Goals

The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Cradle Coast Semester 2 This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
Hobart Semester 2 This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
Launceston Semester 2 This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
  • Key:
  • This unit is available through on-campus delivery On-campus
  • This unit is available through off-campus delivery Off-Campus
  • Available to International Students International students
  • Available to Domestic Students Domestic students
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 2 05/07/2027 27/07/2027 30/08/2027 24/10/2027

* 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 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

  • Interpret scientific literature, guidelines reference texts and pre-skills knowledge to answer questions about complex clinical and research scenarios.
  • Identify medication-related problems in clinical practice and/or health issues that may actually or potentially impact the patient.
  • Design, with justification, person-centred therapeutic plans that incorporate appropriate monitoring strategies and non-pharmacological interventions to enhance health outcomes.
  • Counsel patients on medications and devices in a clear, safe and comprehensive manner demonstrating person-centred care.
  • Act in a professional, ethical and legal manner.
  • Communicate and collaborate with health care professionals, patients and peers to optimise outcomes.
  • Create evidence-based written resources or reports for health professionals.
  • Dispense and supply medications to patients under direct supervision.
  • Undertake primary health care activities under direct supervision.

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
060501 $4,940.00 $4,940.00 not applicable
  • 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

CSA409 OR (CSA406 AND CSA414 AND CSA457)

Teaching

AssessmentCompetency Requirements|CPD article (25%)|Job Interview (25%)|Medication Review Report (25%)|Portfolio (25%)
TimetableView 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.

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