Electronic Health Records unit (BAA549)

Introduction

This unit explores the evolution of the electronic health record (EHR). It examines the definition and context of the EHR, records management, the benefits and barriers of EHRs, the national health information agenda, the EHR as a socio-technical tool, ethical considerations, and the future of EHRs.

Summary

Unit name	Electronic Health Records
Unit code	BAA549
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Tasmanian School of Business and Economics
Discipline	Australian Institute of Health Service Management
Coordinator	Doctor Sheree Lloyd
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Postgraduate

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

• Critically evaluate the theory and practical application of electronic health records locally and internationally.
• Analyse drivers and trends influencing the development of electronic health records
• Critique possible points of tension in the socio-technical system
• Debate the ethical considerations of the development, use, and management of electronic health records

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Requisites

Mutual Exclusions

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

CRH505

Teaching

Assessment	Presentation (20%)|Essay (40%)|Report (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	A reading list is provided.
Recommended	A reading list is provided

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