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NUR1113 · Law, ethics and leadership in nursing and midwifery
2026 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 1School of Nursing and Midwifery
Last checked: 23 Aug 2026 UTCOverview
This unit introduces you to leadership, ethics and law in nursing and midwifery for the provision of safe and effective person-centred care. You will be introduced to various types of leadership theories and you will be able to identify the most effective leadership styles necessary in healthcare. You will also learn ethical theories relevant to healthcare and demonstrate your ability to practice in the ethical decision-making process. In this unit you will also be introduced to the various legislations that underpins the practice of registered nurses and midwives in Australia.
Offerings
| Campus | Teaching period | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Clayton | Second semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
| Peninsula | Second semester | Teaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS) |
Assessment
The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.
| # | Assessment | Type | Weight | Hurdle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oral presentation (10-15 mins video presentation, team contract and summary of assessment) | Presentation | 40% | — |
| 2 | Case study analysis and reflection (1,000 words) | Written | 20% | — |
| 3 | Final scheduled assessment (Examination - 2 hours 10 mins) | Examination | 40% | — |
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Requisites
The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.
Learning outcomes
- Explain how leadership theories and leader attributes influence teamwork in nursing and midwifery practice.
- Explore ethical theories that are relevant in healthcare practice.
- Explain how ethical approaches are applied by nurses and midwives when caring for patients and their families.
- Identify Australian laws that apply to the delivery of nursing and midwifery practice.
- Discuss how nurses and midwives comply with the Australian laws in the healthcare setting.
- Explain how the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) standards and codes for practice underpins the expected behaviours and attitudes of nurses and midwives.
Workload
12 hours per week of teacher facilitated and self-directed learning including tutorials and online activities. Please refer to Moodle for tutorial types and requirements.
| Activity | Duration |
|---|---|
| Tutorials | 16 hours |
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