The purpose of this unit of study is to explore the professional role of nurses and midwives as well as providing opportunities to develop your clinical practice and enhance competency. Students will gain an understanding of advanced nursing practice within the context of contemporary nursing and examine the role of leadership, reflection, quality, research, evidence based practice and the professional development of self and others. By undertaking this unit of study you will develop your clinical skills through an analysis of best practice principles to help you develop your clinical decision-making skills to better manage the needs of clients and their families.
| Leadership and Professional Practice | |
| Unit of study code | 925 |
| Availability | Graduate Certificate in Acute Care Nursing
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| Term | JANUARY, APRIL, JULY, OCTOBER |
| Pre-requisite | N/A |
| EFTSL | 0.125 FTE |
| Credit points | 6 |
| Hours of study | 150 |
| Fee* | Tier 2 |
| Prescribed texts | Nil |
| Co-ordinated by | TBC |
| Content | Intended learning outcomes for this subject/program
After completing this subject, the learner will be able to:- |
Assessment Tasks | ||
| Type of assessment
Note the completed assessment item (e.g. Assessment 1: Online discussion) |
Weighting
(% of total marks) |
When assessed – academic week
(e.g. Week 8) |
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| Theme 1: Introduction to leadership & professional practice | a) examine the professional considerations which influence delivery of care in the contemporary healthcare system | Assessment 1: Online discussions x2 | 10% | 3, 8 |
| Theme 2: Critical thinking, reflection and clinical teaching | b) appraise the qualities of effective leadership in professional practice | Assessment 2: Essay (2,000 words) | 40% | 5 |
| Theme 3: Ethical, legal and cultural considerations in specialist nursing practice | c) demonstrate critical thinking and reflection on practice to enhance professional capability | Assessment 3: Reflective Essay (2,000 words) | 40% | 9 |
| Theme 4: Introduction to research and inquiry | d) examine legal, ethical and cultural concepts that impact upon nursing practice | Assessment 4: Quiz | 10% | 10 |
| e) relate the research process to evidence-based practice. | ||||
Leadership and Professional Practice (925) is a Tier 2 unit.
| Tiers | 2021 Member price (10% discount) | 2021 Non-member price |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | $2,070.00 | $2,300.00 |
| Tier 2 | $2,362.50 | $2,625.00 |
| Tier 3 | $2,776.50 | $3,085.00 |
| Tier 4 | $3,321.00 | $3,690.00 |
*Fees are subject to change without notice.