Clinical learning activities are organised to provide experiential learning for the major concepts studied. The objectives for each clinical practicum reflect those of the corresponding theoretical subjects. Clinical opportunities in a broad range of hospital and community settings will enable students to attain the objectives. The major concepts studied and skills developed in the first year of the course are expanded and extended in the second and third years to produce a competent generalist first-level practitioner.
Clinical practicum is offered to students in a combination of single day and block placements in each semester. It is undertaken in a variety of health care agencies throughout the Mornington Peninsula and Melbourne. Students are responsible for all arrangements and expenses related to travel and accommodation for this clinical experience.
Uniforms and accessories are required for clinical placements and students will be notified regarding purchase arrangements upon commencement.
It is required that students obtain relevant vaccinations prior to clinical placement. Arrangements regarding serological screening and vaccination will be organised on commencement.