Course Title: Address the needs of people with chronic disease

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2024

Course Code: SPRT5107C

Course Title: Address the needs of people with chronic disease

School: 535T Social Care and Health

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4428 - Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance

Course Contact: Tracey Salter

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4272

Course Contact Email: tracey.salter@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Veemita Kaul

veemita.kaul@rmit.edu.au

 

Nominal Hours: 75

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

Nil

Course Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to determine and address specific issues faced by people who have a chronic disease, in the context of contributing to a holistic approach to support.

 

The unit applies to workers providing services to people with chronic disease in diverse community services and health contexts.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CHCCCS001 Address the needs of people with chronic disease

Element:

1. Determine the person's needs

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Identify the person's chronic disease conditions and seek information about its possible impacts on health, well being and ability to achieve maximum performance in everyday situations 1.2 Determine current treatments, and other inputs and supports by seeking information from the person or other health professionals 1.3 Determine the level and type of support and assistance required by the person within scope of own role 1.4 Adjust services and support to meet the specific nature of the chronic disease 1.5 Actively involve the person in the development of strategies to self manage their chronic disease

Element:

2. Support the person in a holistic manner

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Discuss with the person, their family and other carers, the full range of issues that could have an impact on their well being 2.2 Respond to the range of issues in an integrated way 2.3 Support the person to understand their chronic disease condition 2.4 Facilitate the person to self-manage through provision of advice and resources 2.5 Identify and discuss any unmet needs and requirements and make appropriate referral

Element:

3. Contribute to a coordinated service approach

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Maintain awareness of current contribution of other agencies and professionals in supporting the person 3.2 Identify the level and type of contribution made by family and other carers and the effects it has on the person 3.3 Identify and meet communication and reporting responsibilities within the support system and own role 3.4 Respond to variations in the person's needs in the context of a coordinated service approach

Learning Outcomes



Details of Learning Activities

Learning activities may include any of the following:

  • face to face classes
  • online research
  • group work
  • role plays
  • case studies
  • practical activities

 


Teaching Schedule

 

Please check the location of our classes and exact date for your group in your timetable.WeekWeek startingTopicAssessment / Learning activities
Week 1 15/07/24 What is chronic disease? List of Chronic disease, Chronic Diseases in Australia, Impact of chronic diseases Discuss the related contents and prepare for AT-1
Week 2 22/07/24 Prevention and management of chronic diseases, Health Promotion & Community based transition model Discuss the related topic and prepare for AT-1
Week 3 29/07/24 Chronic diseases and management strategies, Case study 1( Arthritis & Joint Related Conditions)

Discuss the topic and prepare for AT-1

Start discussing AT-2
Week 4 05/08/24 Chronic diseases and management strategies, Case study 2(Circulatory Systems & Auto-immune)

Discuss the topic and prepare for AT-1

Give topics for AT-2 presentations
Week 5 12/08/24 Early detection and rehabilitation strategies

Discuss the topic and prepare for AT-1

AT-2 presentations begins
Week 6 19/08/24 Communication and change

Discuss the topic and prepare for AT-1

AT-2 presentations continue
Week 7 26/08/24 Role play preparation AT-1 due date in week 7
Week 8 09/09/24 Practical assessment- role play AT-2 Role play and care plan
Week 9 16/09/24 Practical assessment-role play AT-2 Role play and care plan
Week 10 23/09/24 Chronic health presentations AT-2 presentations to be completed 

 

 


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources


Overview of Assessment

Assessment methods may include any of the following:

  • role plays
  • case studies
  • group work
  • presentations
  • practical assessments
  • knowledge quizzes


Assessment Tasks

Assessment  1- Short Answer questions in relation to all of the course content taught - Due : 28th August 2024

Assessment 2 - Practical case study assessed within class and a power point presentation on the chronic you are treating - Due : 24th Sept. 2024

Resubmissions-

For each assessment you will be given up to two (2) attempts, however, to be granted the second attempt at any assessment, your first attempt must be an appropriate attempt to try and gain a satisfactory outcome. For example, you must appropriately attempt each question or aspect of the assessment task.If your first attempt fails to meet the above standard, you may not be eligible for a second attempt at that task.A third (3rd) attempt can only be offered after discussions between teacher and the Program Coordinator and is not automatic  

USE OF AI TOOLS IN THE ASSESSMENTS-

AI tools cannot be used in the completion of any of the above assessment tasks. 

In these assessment tasks, you must not use any AI tools (excluding text editing software e.g., Grammarly) to generate any materials, content or ideas related to the task. 

 


Assessment Matrix

Other Information

Attendance: 

Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical activities.  

It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete the placement and this course successfully. 

 

Information about your studies: 

You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc. 

 https://www.rmit.edu.au/students

Important information regarding Assessment Tasks:

Each individual assessment may only be resubmitted once.

Resubmissions are not automatic and will only be approved at the discretion of the Program Coordinator, after consultation with the teacher.

All students will be contacted with 7 days by their course coordinator in regard to resubmission completion dates.

Please note an opportunity to repeat clinical placement is not guaranteed and will be at the discretion of the Clinical Coordinator/Program Manager.

EXTENSION OR SPECIAL CONSIDERATION

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 5 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 (http://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 (http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/extension) or speak to your Program Coordinator.

Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for SPECIAL CONSIDERATION. If you require further information please contact your teacher or Program Coordinator.

 

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism

RMIT has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/academic-integrity (https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/academic-integrity) Course Overview: Access Course Overview (http://www1.rmit.edu.au/courses/C4367051433

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:  

Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification). 

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.   

Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course. 

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit

   

 

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