PAR1032 · Paramedicine in the Australian health care system

Overview

In this unit you will be introduced to public health and the Australian healthcare system, exploring population health, social determinants, and health promotion. You will develop an understanding of how biopsychosocial and environmental factors influence health outcomes and apply professional communication strategies with diverse communities. Using case studies relevant to paramedic practice, you will examine aged care, disability, mental health, and acute care. The unit will also cover healthcare system structure, policies, funding, and interprofessional collaboration to support effective, holistic care and improved patient outcomes.

Areas of study: Paramedicine

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

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

1. Apply the principles of public health practice and health promotion to common health issues.
2. Discuss how biopsychosocial and environmental determinants influence health outcomes across population diversity.
3. Apply professional and inclusive communication strategies to engage with diverse audiences.
4. Describe the structure of the Australian healthcare system and the pathways through which people access care.
5. Differentiate the polices, regulations and funding arrangements that shape and impact on the Australian healthcare system
6. Identify and compare how professionals in different healthcare sectors work collaboratively to deliver care and support patient outcomes.

Workload

On-campus: A combination of online lecture, tutorials, and online activities (6 hours per week), and self-directed study (6 hours per week).

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.