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Monash University Handbook 2011 Postgraduate - Course

This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

Managing facultyPharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Abbreviated titleGradCertWoundCare
Total credit points required24
Standard duration of study (years)2 years PT
Study mode and locationOff-campus (Parkville)
Admission, fee and application details http://www.monash.edu/study/coursefinder/course/2982
Contact details

http://www.pharm.monash.edu.au/students/contact-pharm-current-students.html

Course coordinator

Adriana Tiziani

Notes

  • International students are only able to study this course in their country of residence.
  • This course is normally completed in 12-18 months (part-time).

Description

This course is designed to provide the knowledge and skills to enable health professionals to effectively manage acute and chronic wounds.

Objectives

At the completion of this course students will be able to:

  • demonstrate an understanding of the physical, psychosocial and environmental components of a comprehensive wound assessment
  • develop an understanding of the process of wound healing
  • identify and describe factors that affect the rate of wound healing
  • understand the classification and appropriate use of modern wound dressings
  • critically appraise innovative new technologies in wound dressings.

Credit for prior studies

Applicants may apply for credit for prior studies undertaken in the previous five years. The maximum credit that can be awarded is 50 per cent of the requirements for the award. All applications for credit will be considered on an individual basis by the faculty.

Maximum credit allowed

12 credit points

Recognition of prior learning

No more than 25 per cent of the requirements for the award will normally be granted for credit based on recognition of prior learning. All applications for credit will be considered on an individual basis by the faculty.

Structure

Students are required to complete five core units and six credit points of elective units.

Requirements

Core units

Elective units

  • PGW1109 Dermatology
  • PGW1111 Alternative therapies
  • PGW1112 Scar management
  • PGW1113 Non-healing ulcers and pain management
  • PGW1116 Diabetic foot
  • PGW1123 Management of burns
  • PGW1126 Clinical risk management and wound care
  • PGW1130 Pressure ulcer prediction, prevention and management

Minimum grade for articulation

A minimum of a credit average is required for articulation to the Graduate Diploma in Wound Care.

Progression to further studies

On successful completion of the graduate certificate, students who achieve a credit average or above can apply for course 2984 Graduate Diploma in Wound Care.

Award(s)

Graduate Certificate in Wound Care