Course Title: Assist with podiatric procedures
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2016
Course Code: NURS5364C
Course Title: Assist with podiatric procedures
School: 155T Vocational Health and Sciences
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4367 - Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
Course Contact: Veemita Kaul
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4662
Course Contact Email: veemita.kaul@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Ronnie Bateman - Podiatrist
T: 03 9925 4319
Nominal Hours: 80
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
Not Applicable
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with procedures performed by the podiatrist. Procedures may include surgical procedures of the skin and nails; preparation, modification and repair of orthotic devices and footwear.
This unit applies to allied health assistants and should be performed under the direction and supervision (direct, indirect or remote) of an allied health professional.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
HLTAHA007 Assist with podiatric procedures |
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Element: |
1. Prepare for the surgical podiatry procedure |
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Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Obtain information from the podiatrist and the client’s record, including the podiatry care plan relevant to the procedure to be undertaken 1.2 Determine client availability according to organisation protocols 1.3 Conform to all infection control guidelines and requirements specified by the National Infection Control Guidelines for Podiatrists and the protocols of the organisation 1.4 Ensure the environment in which the procedure is to be performed conforms to work health safety (WHS) standards and protocols 1.5 Gather necessary equipment, instruments and materials 1.6 Prepare the environment for surgery, including cleansing and disinfecting of surfaces, equipment and materials 1.7 Ensure all instruments, dressings and related materials have undergone sterilisation according to the guidelines and protocols 1.8 Ensure work flow and set up for work flow by additional persons in the environment comply with the guidelines and protocols |
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Element: |
2. Assist with the surgical podiatry procedure |
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Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Determine procedural requirements from the client’s record and the treating podiatrist 2.2 Provide the physical environment required to meet procedural requirements in a manner that is safe for the client as directed by the podiatrist 2.3 Follow the directions of the podiatrist to provide assistance during the procedure 2.4 Follow all infection control and WHS protocols to ensure the procedure conforms to organisation, state, national and legislated requirements 2.5 Assist with care and supervision of the patient during procedure 2.6 Follow directions for instrument handling, equipment handling material handling and any additional assistance required from the podiatrist 2.7 Safely and correctly use equipment and instrumentation to collect assessment information 2.8 Follow organisation guidelines and protocols for the safe and appropriate handling and disposal of hazardous and sharps materials 2.9 Provide documentation assistance and support as directed by the podiatrist |
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Element: |
3. Assist with templating for manufacture of orthotic devices |
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Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Determine requirements from the client’s record and treating podiatrist 3.2 Gather equipment and materials required for templating and foot measurement 3.3 Provide the physical environment required to meet procedural requirements in a manner that is safe for the client and operator 3.4 Assist with templating and foot measurement according to podiatrist’s instruction 3.5 Work with podiatrist and client, within organisation guidelines, to determine appropriate follow up and further appointments |
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Element: |
4. Assist with modification to orthoses and footwear |
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Performance Criteria: |
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Element: |
5. Assist with support and advice to clients in the selection of footwear |
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Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Under the guidance of podiatrist use appropriate devices and procedures to measure for fit 5.2 Confirm measurements with supervising podiatrist 5.3 Under the guidance of supervising podiatrist support and educate client in the selection of footwear and fit 5.4 Seek assistance or clarification to procedural directions 5.5 Work with podiatrist and client, within organisation guidelines, to determine appropriate follow up and further appointments |
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Element: |
6. Comply with supervisory requirements |
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Performance Criteria: |
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Element: |
7. Clean, sterilise and store equipment |
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Performance Criteria: |
7.1 Clean equipment according to manufacturers and organisation requirements 7.2 Prepare equipment and instruments for sterilisation according to organisation protocols 7.3 Store equipment according to manufacturers requirements and organisation protocols 7.4 Report equipment faults to appropriate person 7.5 Ensure consultation environment is maintained according to guidelines and organisation protocols |
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Element: |
8. Document client information |
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Performance Criteria: |
8.1 Use accepted protocols to document information in line with organisation requirements 8.2 Use appropriate terminology to document client information |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
The learning activities include-
• Face to face teaching
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• Class room activities and practical work
• Podiatry room practicals
You will also have the opportunity to practice and incorporate your learning in the podiatry workplace.
Teaching Schedule
The detailed teaching schedule will also be provided on the learning hub.
| Sessions | Time | Topics |
| 1 | 3 hrs | • Intro to Podiatry • Role of the Podiatry Assistant • Course overview/ Ax requirements |
| 2 | 3hrs | • Sterilisation Theory |
| 3 | 3hrs | • Sterilisation Prac |
| 4 | 3hrs | • Foot/Ankle Exercise Theory |
| 5 | 3hrs | AT 1 - STERILISATION Theory & Practical |
| 6 | 3hrs | • Intro to primary care |
| 7 | 3hrs | • Skin/Vascular/Neuro Assessment |
| 8 | 3hrs | • Skin/Nails Practical |
| 9 | 3hrs | • Sterilisation R/U |
| 10 | 3hrs | • Podiatric Surgery |
| 11 | 3hrs | • Foot & Ankle Exercises |
| 12 | 3hrs | • Footwear • Orthotics • Padding/Taping |
| 13,14 | 6 hrs | • Mock Subjective • Mock Objective • Management & Documentation & Reporting |
| 15 | 3hrs | • AT2 WRITTEN TEST/QUIZ |
| 16 | 3hrs | • Skin/Nails Prac 2 |
| 17 | 3hrs | Assessment & Padding Revew |
| 18 | 3hrs | • Revision |
| 19,20,21,22 | 12 hrs | • AT 3 PRACTICAL |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
The resources will be provided by the teacher through Learning hub. |
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
You must demonstrate Performance and Knowledge Evidence of the unit in order to be deemed competent.
Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over a range of assessment tasks.
You may be assessed by:
• Oral or written questioning
• Oral presentations
• Assignments and projects
• Direct observation of actual work practice- Clinical Placement & Skills Checklist
• Work-based activities
• Third-party feedback from a work supervisor/employer
Primary assessment involves on-going group discussions and applied assessment in a clinical workplace or simulated environment such as Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placement activity.
Competency based training requires you to be in attendance in order for assessment to be undertaken.
You will be required to attend clinical placement as a part of the assessment and qualification requirement for this program.
Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions, through individual and group feedback on practical exercises and by individual consultation.
All Assessment tasks should be performed or submitted by their due dates.
If due to illness or other unforeseen circumstance, you are unable to attend on the due date of an assessment (e.g. test, examination, oral, etc.) OR you do attend, but your performance has been affected, you may submit an APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL CONSIDERATION within 2 working days of the due date. If Special Consideration is granted, you will be given the opportunity to complete/repeat the assessment task at a later date. For advice on this application please visit www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration or speak to your Program Coordinator.
If due to illness or other unforeseen circumstance, you are unable to submit by the due date (e.g. assignment, report, project etc.):
• you may submit an APPLICATION FOR EXTENSION OF TIME FOR SUBMISSION OF ASSESSABLE WORK for an extension of time of up to seven (7) calendar days or less. This must be lodged with the Program Coordinator 1 working day before the original due date. If granted, you will have the opportunity to submit up to 7 days later than the original due date. For advice on this application please visit www.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension or speak to your Program Coordinator.
Or:
• you may submit an APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL CONSIDERATION within 2 working days of the due date. If Special Consideration is granted, you will be given the opportunity to submit the assessment task more than 7 days after the original due date. For advice on this application please visit www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration or speak to your Program Coordinator.
You are expected to prepare all assignments and other written work in a professional manner. More information on general academic study and writing skills can be found on the “Learning Lab” http://emedia.rmit.edu.au/learninglab . All work submitted for assessment must be submitted electronically unless otherwise advised.
Students must keep a copy of all submitted assessments including electronic copies.
Harvard style is used for all referencing and for bibliography.
RMIT University has a strict policy on academic integrity and plagiarism and. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy. www.rmit.edu.au/students/academic-integrity
If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or the Disability Liaison Unit if you would like to find out more.
Your rights and responsibilities as a student can be found at http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/rights-and-responsibilities This course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies and procedures which are described and referenced at www.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment
Credit transfer and RPL
Credit transfer is available to students who have already completed the same or similar courses. Recognition of prior learning is available to students who have relevant prior skills or experience. Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=8u7jborsx9dy
Assessment Tasks
The following courses will be assessed together as a cluster-
HLTIN302C Process reusable instruments and equipment in health work
HLTAH404C Assist with basic foot hygiene
HLTAH405C Assist with podiatric procedures
HLTAH406C Assist with podiatry assessment and exercise
The assessment tasks are as follows-
Assessment task 1- Sterilisation on 15th April 2016
Assessment task 2 -Written assessment on 20th May 2016
Assessment task 3 - Practical Assessment on 6th or 10th June 2016
Assessment task 4- Performance Evidence Booklet pages 17-19. Due within 3 business days after placement concludes.
The student needs to be deemed competent in Assessment tasks 1,2 and 3 to proceed to clinical placements. Resit MAY be given to practical assessments only.
The student needs to be competent in all assessment tasks to be deemed competent in the course.
Any change in the schedule will be notified through Learning hub/ emails.
Assessment Matrix
MAPPING TABLE: HLTAHA006 – Assist with basic foot hygiene |
Assessment |
Comments |
Element 1 -Prepare for basic foot hygiene | ||
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1.1 Interpret and respond to client podiatry care plan and occasion of care requirements as prescribed by supervising podiatrist
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AT3 WIL |
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1.2 Determine client availability according to organisation protocols
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WIL |
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1.3 Gather necessary equipment |
AT1 AT3 |
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1.4 Undertake steps to meet infection control requirements |
AT1 AT2 (B3-4) AT3 WIL |
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1.5 Prepare for basic foot hygiene to comply with legislation, regulatory and organisation/practice requirements |
AT2 (B3-4; 72-73) AT3 WIL |
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MAPPING TABLE: HLTAHA006 – Assist with basic foot hygiene |
Assessment |
Comments |
Element 2 – Perform basic foot hygiene | ||
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2.1 Explain to the client the purpose, rationale and requirements of the foot hygiene session
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AT3 WIL |
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2.2 Determine the client’s understanding of the purpose, rationale and requirements of each part of the foot hygiene session
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AT3 WIL |
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2.3 Identify any condition indicating the client is at high risk that requires podiatrist attention
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AT2 (B5; B86-88) AT3 WIL |
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2.4 Assist client in and out of any shoes, socks and/or hosiery
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AT3 WIL |
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2.5 Position the client prior to foot hygiene session to reduce risk to provider and client
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AT3 WIL |
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2.6 Implement necessary infection control measures
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AT1 AT3 WIL |
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2.7 Perform basic foot hygiene according to the directions of the podiatrist and using appropriate infection control precautions, especially in relation to air borne particles
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AT3 Skill C/list WIL |
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2.8 Apply appropriate dressings to any skin breaks which might result from treatment
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AT3 WIL |
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2.9 Provide feedback that reinforces the podiatrist’s advice |
AT3 WIL |
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2.10 Identify and manage client compliance issues
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AT3 WIL |
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2.11 Work with client to determine and plan any follow up requirements and dates
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WIL |
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2.12 Seek assistance when client presents with needs or signs outside limits of own authority
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AT3 WIL |
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2.13 Report client difficulties to the supervising podiatrist |
AT3 WIL |
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MAPPING TABLE: HLTAHA006 – Assist with basic foot hygiene |
Assessment |
Comments |
Element 3 – Apply padding and cushioning as prescribed by the supervising podiatrist | ||
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3.1 Explain to the client the purpose and rationale of the dressing, padding or cushioning
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AT3 WIL |
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3.2 Determine the client’s understanding of the purpose and rationale of the dressing, padding or cushioning
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AT3 WIL |
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3.3 Correctly position the client
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AT3 WIL |
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3.4 Implement necessary infection control measures, including disposal of used padding and cushioning according to infection control protocols
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AT1 AT3 WIL |
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3.5 Apply padding and cushioning according to directions of podiatrist
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AT3 Skills C/list WIL |
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3.6 Provide feedback that reinforces the podiatrist’s advice
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AT3 WIL |
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3.7 Identify and manage client compliance issues
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AT3 WIL |
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3.8 Work with client to determine and plan any follow up requirements and dates
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AT3 WIL |
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3.9 Seek assistance when client presents with needs or signs outside limits of own authority
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AT2 (B86-90) AT3 WIL |
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3.10 Report client difficulties to the supervising podiatrist |
AT3 WIL |
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MAPPING TABLE: HLTAHA006 – Assist with basic foot hygiene |
Assessment |
Comments |
Element 4 – Comply with supervisory requirements | ||
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4.1 Provide podiatry assistance according to the instruction of treating podiatrist
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AT3 WIL |
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4.2 Provide client progress feedback to the treating podiatrist
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AT3 WIL |
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4.3 Report client difficulties and concerns to the treating podiatrist
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AT3 WIL |
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4.4 Implement variations to the podiatry care according to the advice of the treating podiatrist |
AT3 WIL |
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MAPPING TABLE: HLTAHA006 – Assist with basic foot hygiene |
Assessment |
Comments |
Element 5 - Clean and store equipment | ||
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5.1 Collect, handle, manage and dispose of biological waste material according to organisation guidelines and infection control requirements
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AT1 AT2 (A1-3) AT3 WIL |
Well covered by sterilisation unit and assessment |
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5.2 Prepare equipment for sterilisation according to manufacturer and organisation requirements
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AT1 AT2 (A4-10) AT3 WIL |
Well covered by sterilisation unit and assessment |
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5.3 Store equipment according to manufacturer’s requirements and organisation protocols
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AT1 AT2(A11-14) AT3 WIL |
Well covered by sterilisation unit and assessment |
5.4 Report equipment faults to appropriate person |
AT1 AT2 (A5) AT3 WIL |
Well covered by sterilisation unit and assessment |
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MAPPING TABLE: HLTAHA006 – Assist with basic foot hygiene |
Assessment |
Comments |
Element 6 - Document client information | ||
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6.1 Document occasion of basic foot hygiene according to organisation requirements
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AT3 WIL |
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6.2 Document referral to supervising podiatrist
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AT3 WIL |
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6.3 Use appropriate terminology to document symptomatic expression of identified problems |
AT3 WIL |
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Other Information
The following courses will be delivered and assessed together as a cluster-
HLTINF002 Process reusable medical devices and equipment
HLTAHA006 Assist with basic foot hygiene
HLTAHA007 Assist with podiatric procedures
HLTAHA008 Assist with podiatry assessment and exercise
According to the training package though, the 3 units (HLTAHA006, HLTAHA007 & HLTAHA008) comprise the podiatry specialisation skill set.
Students are to refer to the RMIT website and orientation handouts for student information regarding requests for extension, special consideration and reasonable adjustment. Students are to be familiar with all assessment process listed below.
The following links contain information such as how/when to apply, the right type of application, documentation to complete, timeframes and other process requirements;
Requests for extension http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=8r23xxpe4fne
Special consideration http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration
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