Course Title: Address the needs of people with chronic disease
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2025
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: Richa Verma
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4445
Course Contact Email: richa.verma@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Veemita Kaul
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 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
| Week 1 | 14 July |
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 | 21 July |
Prevention and management of chronic diseases, Health Promotion & Community based transition model | Discuss the related topic and prepare for AT-1 |
| Week 3 | 28 July |
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 | 4 Aug |
Chronic diseases and management strategies, Case study 2(Circulatory Systems & Auto-immune) |
Discuss the topic and prepare for AT-1 AT-2 preparations continue |
| Week 5 | 11 Aug |
Early detection and rehabilitation strategies |
Discuss the topic and prepare for AT-1 AT-2 preparations continue |
| Week 6 | 18 Aug |
Communication and change |
Discuss the topic and prepare for AT-1 AT-2 presentations continue |
| Week 7 | 25 Aug |
Role play preparation | AT-1 due date in week 8 |
Mid semester Break: 1 – 7 September | |||
| Week 8 | 8 Sept |
Chronic conditions and Role play assessment | AT-2.1a , AT-2.1b to be completed and submitted on canvas |
| Week 9 | 15 Sept |
Chronic conditions and Role play assessment | AT-2.1a , AT-2.1b to be completed and submitted on canvas |
| Week 10 |
22 Sept |
Role play assessment, Video role play preparations | AT-2.1a , AT-2.1b to be completed and submitted on canvas |
| Week 11 | 29 Sept |
Role play assessment, Video role play preparations | AT-2.1a , AT-2.1b to be completed and submitted on canvas |
| Week 12 | 6 Oct |
Video role play preparations |
AT-2.1a , AT-2.1b to be completed and submitted on canvas AT2.2 and AT-2.3 to be completed and submitted on canvas |
| Week 13 | 13 Oct |
Resubmissions and special considerations assessments | Resubmissions and special considerations assessments |
| Week 14 | 20 Oct |
Resubmissions and special considerations assessments | Resubmissions and special considerations assessments |
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 : 3rd Sept.2025 through Canvas.
Assessment 2 - This assessment has four parts, Role play to be done in class, Care plan to be done in your own time, two case studies that need to be video recorded( class time will be provided for the same)- All tasks are due by 10th Oct. 2025
Resubmissions- Week 13 and week 14 will be for resubmission and special consideration only
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 automaticResults that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
SEC: Stopped engagement in course
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
Assessment matrix can be provided on request.
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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