Course Title: Research and apply evidence to practice
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2025
Course Code: GEDU6100C
Course Title: Research and apply evidence to practice
School: 535T Social Care and Health
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5417 - Diploma of Nursing
Course Contact: Suzie Cicero
Course Contact Phone: 03 9925-1812
Course Contact Email: suzie.cicero@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nurse Educator
Kate Lamble
kate.lamble@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 65
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
In this course you will gain the skills and knowledge required to establish the information need, gather information and critically analyse the information for relevance to own work.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice |
Element: |
1. Plan information gathering activities |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify situations where research may be required to support and improve own work practice 1.2 Evaluate current trends in own area of practice 1.3 Establish and define research objectives 1.4 Identify and access credible sources of data and evidence |
Element: |
2. Gather information |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Evaluate and select methods of gathering information 2.2 Gather information using a systematic approach 2.3 Establish relevance of information according to objectives and work requirements 2.4 Facilitate analysis by organising information in a way that supports its analysis and future use |
Element: |
3. Analyse information |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Prioritise information based on the information need 3.2 Compare and contrast different sources of information 3.3 Assess the strength, relevance, reliability and currency of the information in the context of own work 3.4 Assess the feasibility, benefits and risks associated with the information 3.5 Make and document conclusions based on findings |
Element: |
4. Use information in practice |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Assess ways in which different aspects of information may be used 4.2 Use information and learning from research to identify potential areas for change in current practice 4.3 Identify issues that require further research and evaluation 4.4 Develop actions to address outcomes of research |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
This unit is designed to be delivered in a Blended Learning mode. Blended learning involves learning through various modes, for example, online learning and learning in a classroom and clinical labs.
The Blended Learning approach for this unit includes:
Online learning - prepares you for flipped class, provides you with formative feedback and facilitates your learning as you progress through your course.
Classroom teaching - introduces you to key concepts within the course using flipped learning
Labs - provides practice and simulation
Clinical experience - provides you with practical experience in a nursing health care environment
Self-directed learning - such as reading to expand your knowledge and understanding of information delivered
All learning activities you will undertake within the course are designed to provide you with the practical skills, knowledge and attitudes required to perform to the standard expected in the health industry
Teaching Schedule
| Session 1 - Week 7 | Introduction to research | |
| Session 2- Week 9 | Gathering information | |
| Session 3 - Week 9 | Analysing Information | |
| Session 4 - Week 9 | Appraising the evidence | |
| Session 5- Week 9 | Literature review and Essay writing | |
| Week 11 | Presentations for AT1 | |
| Week 12 | AT2 | |
| Week 13 | AT3 |
Student support
Your first point of contact for any support needs with your assessments should be your teacher and assessor. If you require further support, you should consider contacting the following support services at RMIT.
Assessment adjustments
Students requiring support or adjustments for their formal assessments task or exams should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS), for more information on the types of adjustments provided, access RMIT adjustments to assessment.
Special consideration
If unexpected circumstances affect your ability to complete an assessment you can apply for special consideration. For more information access RMIT special consideration.
Appeals
As an RMIT student you are entitled to seek a review of decisions that impact on your studies. For more information access RMIT appeals.
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
As part of this course, you will be required to attend a tutorial run by the library on utilisation of nursing/ health data bases and referencing.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
During the Diploma of Nursing (HLT54121), you will complete 400 hours of compulsory unpaid clinical placements, across four phases (semesters). Aged Care 120 hours, Mental Health and Primary Health 80 hours each and Acute Care 120 hours
Assessment Tasks
In this unit, you will learn more about the course, including the assessment tasks that you will complete. You will also get to know your fellow classmates and your course facilitator.
Assessment tasks:
There are 3 key assessments that you will need to successfully complete in order to be assessed as competent in this unit.
Self-marking quizzes
Student will be permitted 2 attempts to complete self-marking assessments. If a student requires guidance, it is their responsibility to reach out to the Lead Campus Educator.
All other assessments
You are permitted 2 attempts on written and practical assessments.
Resubmissions are not automatic and will only be approved at the discretion of the Program Coordinator, after consultation with the teacher. Attendance and course engagement will be taken into consideration when deciding.
- For written assessments, if you answer less than 50% of the questions in each part during your first attempt, you will not be granted a second attempt
All resubmissions must be completed and submitted no more than 7 days after your work has been assessed.
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CHCPOL003 - AT1 Observational Audit, Presentation as a group and a poster: Students are required to conduct an audit, collate the results, complete an academic style Poster and then present their research. CHCPOL003 - AT 2 Knowledge Quiz Students will have a number of questions complete, some self marking and some short answer |
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CHCPOL003 - AT3 Knowledge assessment: Students are required to complete a 2000 word research paper on a researched nursing topic. |
Assessment Matrix
Other Information
All students are required to:
Attend and participate appropriately in all scheduled activities.
Complete pre-class preparation – e.g., recommended reading and learning activities on Canvas.
Study all material provided to maximise chances of meeting the Unit's objectives.
Meet the 100% attendance requirement for lectures.
Up to 80% attendance will be accepted with evidence in the form of a medical certificate or statutory declaration. It will be the student's responsibility to catch up and/ or seek assistance from their educator. If a student’s attendance falls below 80%, they will undergo a review by the RMIT Nursing Program Coordinator, and may be required to repeat the course.
All students must demonstrate 80% engagement with the learning resources provided. This includes but is not limited to the Canvas practice knowledge quizzes, which must be completed on time. Canvas analytics will be used to identify student engagement. This can affect student progression.
All students must meet the 100% attendance requirement for practical sessions. Evidence in the form of a medical certificate or statutory declaration must be provided if one cannot attend to qualify for a make-up session. The 'make-up' session time and date will be at the discretion of the RMIT Nursing Program Coordinator. Non-attendance to the make-up session without evidence to support the non-attendance can result in no further opportunity.
Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer
If you think you have some or all of the knowledge and competencies described, please discuss the Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer options with may be available to you with your Course Coordinator. For more information go to:
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Special consideration
Use the special consideration process if your circumstances are such that you cannot fulfil assessment requirements. For example, if you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by a due date.
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