Microcredential
Chronic Disease Assessment
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Important dates
| 2025 | Applications close | Commences | Census Date | Academic Withdrawal** | Ends | Grade Release |
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| Term 1 | 15 January 2025 | 20 January 2025 | 3 February 2025 | 24 February 2025 | 30 March 2025 | 14 April 2025 |
| Term 2 | 9 April 2025 | 14 April 2025 | 28 April 2025 | 19 May 2025 | 22 June 2025 | 7 July 2025 |
| Term 3 | 2 July 2025 | 7 July 2025 | 21 July 2025 | 11 August 2025 | 14 September 2025 | 29 September 2025 |
| Term 4 | 24 September 2025 | 29 September 2025 | 13 October 2025 | 3 November 2025 | 7 December 2025 | 19 January 2026 |
| 2026 | Applications close | Commences | Census Date | Academic Withdrawal** | Ends | Grade Release |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | 14 January 2026 | 19 January 2026 | 2 February 2026 | 23 February 2026 | 29 March 2026 | 13 April 2026 |
| Term 2 | 8 April 2026 | 13 April 2026 | 27 April 2026 | 18 May 2026 | 21 June 2026 | 6 July 2026 |
| Term 3 | 1 July 2026 | 6 July 2026 | 20 July 2026 | 10 August 2026 | 13 September 2026 | 28 September 2026 |
| Term 4 | 23 September 2026 | 28 September 2026 | 12 October 2026 | 2 November 2026 | 6 December 2026 | 18 January 2027 |
Overview
This microcredential is the first section in the Chronic Disease Management in the Community series. The purpose of this microcredential is to explore the basic concepts of chronic disease in community settings. Utilising the knowledge of chronic disease epidemiology, environmental factors’ impact, and the human experience of disease in assessment practice. It aims to integrate those basic concepts and principles in assessing people with chronic disease and complex care needs.
This microcredential is the first in a series of three that corresponds to the unit of study 339 Chronic Disease Management in the Community.
Entry requirements
Applicable to all registered nurses who work with people with chronic disease.
Scope of future study
This microcredential can be completed to receive a standalone credential or stacked together in a series of three microcredentials. Completing all three microcredentials in the series allows you to apply for credit towards the unit 339 Chronic Disease Management in the Community (6 credit points) to build towards a full Graduate Certificate in Community and Primary Health Nursing at ACN.
Which unit does this microcredential align with?
Learning outcomes
- appraise the evidence-based policies, models and guidelines that inform chronic disease management in Australia
- analyse the impact of the illness trajectory on people experiencing chronic disease
- appraise the chronic health issues experienced by First Nations Peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse background
- analyse the health literacy and communication skills needed by individuals to increase capacity in self-management of chronic disease
Course structure
Topics
- Module 1: What are chronic diseases
- Module 2: Epidemiology
- Module 3: Chronic disease examples
- Module 4: Person-centred care
- Module 5: Before an assessment
- Module 6: Health assessment
- Module 7: Factors that affects assessment
Assessment
- Reflective journal
Fees
Members: $881
Non-members: $979
Fees are GST inclusive and are subject to change without notice.
Meet your Nurse Educator
Tapuwa Sandra Ndhlela (Sandra), Nurse Educator – Higher Education
RN, MN (Advance practice), BN, Cert IV TAE, Critical Care Certificate
e: tapuwa.ndhlela@acn.edu.au
» About me
Sandra is an experienced registered nurse and holds a Master’s in Nursing Advance Practice from the University of Newcastle. Prior to joining the Australian College of Nursing, she worked as a clinical nurse specialist and nurse educator in busy acute settings, providing expert guidance and education to nursing staff. In additional to her clinical education experience, she has also been actively involved in the education of undergraduate students in the university setting. Sandra has a particular interest in responding to and managing clinical deterioration and supporting nursing staff in this important aspect of clinical care.
Sandra believes in fostering a culture of safety through collaborative patient care, continuous improvement, critical thinking and bridging the gap between theory and practice. Her passion is providing education that nurtures and guides other nurses to become well equipped expert practitioners.
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How microcredentials work
Start with a single course, build practical skills you can use immediately, and stack credits towards a graduate certificate when you’re ready.
1
Choose your first course
Start with any microcredential that fits your goals and interests. Each course is online, self-paced, and designed to make an impact in your practice right away.
2
Build your expertise
As you complete more courses, you build expertise in essential areas. Each microcredential you complete adds to your skills and prepares you for greater responsibility.
3
Stack towards a Graduate Certificate
Combine your completed courses to work towards a graduate certificate, creating a pathway to formal qualifications on your own schedule.
Why study with ACN
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