units

HSC3082

Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences

18 September 2017 22 December 2024
Monash University

Undergraduate - Unit

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6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL

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LevelUndergraduate
FacultyFaculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Organisational UnitDepartment of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine
OfferedCaulfield Second semester 2015 (Day)
Coordinator(s)Dr Darshini Ayton

Notes

The first compulsory seminar will be held during Orientation week of semester 2.

Quota applies

This unit is quota restricted. Selection in based on academic performance in second year health science units.

Synopsis

This unit will assist students to put into practice the theory that underpins the profession of health promotion by working in an agency which has promoting health as part of its core business. It will provide practical experience in preparation for embarking or enhancing a career in health promotion as well as opportunities to learn about career development, resume development and reflection on skills and capacities required by a graduate. Applying the knowledge gained through their course by working in agencies that undertake population-based health promotion issues will help students to better understand health determinants and behaviour in the community, and prepare them for the realities of the workplace.

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this unit, students should be able to:

  1. Apply knowledge and skills gained in health promotion units, in the practice of community-based health promotion;
  2. Demonstrate skills and knowledge in learning about career development;
  3. Demonstrate knowledge of health promotion theories in program design and/or delivery;
  4. Reflect on the professional attitudes and skills required of health professionals working in community settings;
  5. Critically assess a workplace environment;
  6. Critically reflect on personal strengths and weaknesses as a health professional, and skills and capacities necessary for graduate employment.

Fieldwork

Each student will undertake a health promotion placement at a relevant organisation. The placement is 100 hours in duration and students need to be able to committ at least one day a week to complete their placement by mid-November.

Assessment

Half-way practicum reflection report (750 words) (20%)
Final reflection report (2,000 - 2,500 words) (40%)
Career portfolio including career goals, cover letter, resume and placement work plan (40%)

Hurdle:
100 hours field placement
12 hours of seminars
Participation in Moodle group discussions between weeks 5-12

Workload requirements

144 hours including 100 hours of field placement, 12 hours of seminars, contact time of 1 hour online discussion group between weeks 5-12, and 2 hours of private study per week.

See also Unit timetable information

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Darshini Ayton

This unit applies to the following area(s) of study

Health science

Prerequisites

HSC2062 AND one of (HSC3061, PHH3061).

Co-requisites

Must be enrolled in courses 3882, 4503 or 4505.

Prohibitions

HSC3132.