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2006
Higher Education
Faculty of Health, Engineering and Science
School of Nursing and Midwifery

Courses

HBGN BACHELOR OF NURSING (GRADUATE ENTRY)
Bachelor of Nursing (Graduate Entry)
Course Code: HBGN
Course Objectives
The Course aims to provide students with the following attributes:
· a sound knowledge of the theory and practice of nursing;
· an understanding and appreciation of health and illness as it is influenced by a variety of political, social, psychological, economic, cultural, and biological factors;
· a broad range of clinical practice skills that can be used to provide care to individuals, families, and communities within the context of the promotion of health, the prevention of ill health, the management of in ill health, and attempts to promote recovery from ill health;
· comprehension nursing skills that will lead to employment and beginning practice in a broad range of health care settings;
· an ability to practice independently, in an ethical and professional manner and collaboratively in multidisciplinary settings;
· an ability institutional and social change in health care settings;
· locate, evaluate, manage and use information technology effectively.
Course Duration
This course will be offered full-time over two years.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to this course applicants must be graduates of other degree programs and must have satisfactory completion of recognised graduate study in Introduction to Nursing, Human Bioscience and Psychology.
For students who have not completed the appropriate higher degree study, a bridging program is available prior to commencement of the course in order to meet the above prerequisites. The program is offered in January - February each year and will consist of the following subjects:
· Introduction to Nursing Studies;
· Human Bioscience;
· Psychology.
Bachelor of Nursing (Division 2 Entry)
Course Code: HBGN
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB2133	NURSING PRACTICE 2: ACUTE CARE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2134	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 2: ACUTE CARE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2135	NURSING PACTICE 3: HEALTH & ILLNESS IN OLDER ADULTS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2136	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 3: HEALTH AND ILLNESS IN OLDER ADULTS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
RBM2517	HUMAN BIOSCIENCE 3	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HNB2137	ETHICS AND LEGAL STUDIES	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB2233	NURSING PRACTICE 4: ACUTE CARE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2234	PRACTICUM 4: ACUTE CARE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2235	NURSING PRACTICE MENTAL HEALTH & ILLNESS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2236	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 5 MENTAL HEALTH AND ILL	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
RBM2527	HUMAN BIOSCIENCE 4	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HNB2237	NURSING THERAPEUTICS: APPLIED MEDICATION MANAGEMENT	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Semester Three

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3236	TRANSISTION TO PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3101	RESEARCH FOR PRACTICE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3136	NURS PRACTICE 7 MENTAL HLTH AND ILLNESS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3137	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 7: MENTAL HEALTH & ILLNESS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3103	NURSING PRACTICE 6: CHILD, ADOLESCENT & FAMILY	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3104	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 6: CHILD, ADOLESCENT & FAMILY	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Semester Four

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3107	NURSING PRACTICE 6: HEALTH & ILLNESS IN THE COMMUNITY	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Nursing Practice 8: Electives

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3238	NURSING PRACTICE 9: (ELECTIVE) ACUTE CARE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3239	NURSING PRACTICE 9: (ELECTIVE) MENTAL HEALTH & ILLNESS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3247	NURSING PRACTICE 8 (ELECTIVE): CHILD, ADOLESCENT & FAMILY	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3242	NURSING PRACTICE 9: (ELECTIVE) HEALTH & ILLNESS IN OLDER ADULTS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Clinical Practicum 8: Electives

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3243	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 8: (ELECTIVE) ACUTE CARE	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872
HNB3244	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 9: (ELECTIVE) MENTAL HEALTH & ILLNESS	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872
HNB3248	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 8 (ELECTIVE): CHILD, ADOLESCENT & FAMILY	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872
HNB3246	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 9: (ELECTIVE) HEALTH & ILLNESS IN OLDER ADULTS	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872

Consolidation

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3250	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 9: CONSOLIDATION	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872

HBMI Bachelor of Midwifery
Bachelor of Midwifery
Course Code: HBMI
Course Structure
(Continuing students only)
Year Two
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNM2010	PRACTICE ALLEGIANCES	12	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872
JAC0216	WITH WOMAN: RETHINKING PAIN (CONSORTIUM SUBJECT)	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0
JAC0217	UNPACKING MIDWIFERY KNOWLEDGE (CONSORTIUM SUBJECT)	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0
HNB2137	ETHICS AND LEGAL STUDIES	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNM2020	TOWARDS A MIDWIFE SELF	12	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872
JAC0219	WOMEN'S HEALTH: SOCIOPOLITICAL CONTEXT (CONSORTIUM SUBJECT)	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0
HNM7006	MIDWIVES WORKING WITH DIVERSITY	12	0.1250	1	$490	$612	$1,402
HNB1235	EVIDENCE BASED HEALTH CARE	12	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Year Three
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNM3010	NAVIGATING CHILDBEARING OBSTACLES	12	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872
HNM3011	WOMEN'S HEALTH PRACTICE	12	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872
HNM7007	CHILDBEARING OBSTACLES	12	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$930
JMO3105	WOMEN'S HEALTH: WOMEN'S BUSINESS (CONSORTIUM SUBJECT)	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNM3020	WORKING WITH BABIES	12	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872
HNM3021	INDEPENDENT LEARNING UNIT	12	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
JAC0335	BABIES NEEDING EXTRA CARE (CONSORTIUM SUBJECT)	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0
HNM7010	HANGING UP A SHINGLE (MONASH)	12	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Professional Recognition
Graduates from this program will be eligible for registration with the Nurses Board of Victoria. Graduates may also apply for membership of the Australian College of Midwives Inc.

HBNW Bachelor of Midwifery
Bachelor of Midwifery
Course Code: HBNW
(Subject to approval by the Nurses Board of Victoria)
Course Objectives
The course aims to prepare midwives who will be able to:
· practice competently and confidently in a variety of maternity settings;
· demonstrate practice which is evidence-informed, according to the ACMI Competency Standards for Midwives (2001);
· reflect attitudes which are congruent with the philosophy of valuing women, women-centred care, and woman-midwife partnership;
· work both as a primary carer and in collaboration with other healthcare professionals in providing comprehensive care through women's reproductive life; and
· achieve employment in a variety of maternity care settings.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the course, an applicant must have successfully completed the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), with Units 1 and 2 Maths (any); Units 3 and 4 English and a study score of at least 25; Units 3 and 4 of at least one of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Health Education, Psychology, Human Development, Physics, or Maths (any).
Applicants who do not meet the normal admission requirements but who possess appropriate educational qualifications, work or life experiences which would enable them to successfully undertake the course, will be considered for admission.
Course Regulations
The following should be read in conjunction with the faculty regulations detailed earlier in this Handbook, and the University Statutes and Regulations.
Practical Placement
Students should note that they will be subject to safety screening (Police checks) before placement in accordance with Department of Human Services policy (March 2000). Students may also be asked to declare their immunization status to satisfy the requirements of the hospital/agency at which they will be placed.
Students' progress towards competency is gauged against the expected minimum competency rating for each semester of the course. Absence from practice placement may affect a student's ability to demonstrate the expected level of competency. Students who have been absent from practice experience during semester, are required to provide appropriate documentation (eg medical certificate or a statutory declaration) to account for their absence.
The provision of make-up time is at the discretion of the School and students should not assume that it is an automatic right. At the discretion of the School additional midwifery practice may be negotiated within a maximum stated time frame to attain competency. Students who do not provide documentary evidence or do not attend the arranged additional practice hours will incur a 'fail' grade and will be required to repeat the relevant Midwifery subjects.
Academic Progression
Unsatisfactory progress
Students will be deemed to have made unsatisfactory progress if they fail to complete the course in six calendar years (on full-time basis).
Each sequential stage of the course must be completed before progression to a subsequent stage.
Course Duration
The course is offered over three years on a full-time basis.
Course Structure
(Year 1 only commencing in 2006)
Year 1
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
RBM1515	ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 1	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
APT1310	PSYCHOLOGY 1	12	0.1250	1	$490	$612	$1,402
HNM7113	FOUNDATIONS IN MIDWIFERY PRACTICE	12	0.1250	0	$490	$490	$1,401
HNM7115	MIDWIFERY STUDIES 1: THE CHILDBEARING JOURNEY	12	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$930
HNM7114	CONTINUITY OF CARE 1	12	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$930

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
RBM1525	ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HNB1115	HEALTHCARE LAW AND ETHICS	12	0.0830	1	$325	$406	$931
HNM7201	MIDWIFERY STUDIES 2: THE CHILDBEARING JOURNEY	12	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$930
HNM7202	MIDWIFERY PRACTICE 2: THE CHILDBEARING JOURNEY	12	0.2500	0	$980	$980	$2,802

Year 2
Semester Three

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
ASE1320	SOCIOLOGY OF INDIGENOUS HEALTH	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
RBM2528	PATHOPHYSIOLOGY IN MIDWIFERY	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HNM7203	MIDWIFERY STUDIES 3: CHILDBEARING COMPLICATIONS	12	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$930
HNM7204	MIDWIFERY PRACTICE 3: CHILDBEARING COMPLICATIONS	12	0.2500	0	$980	$980	$2,802

Semester Four

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3101	RESEARCH FOR PRACTICE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNM7205	MIDWIVES WRKG WITH WOMEN FROM DIV BCKGRD	12	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNM7206	MIDWIFERY STUDIES 4 WOMENS HEALTH	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872
HNM7207
HNM7208	CONTINUITY OF CARE TWO	12	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Year 3
Semester Five

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB7309	APPLIED MEDICATION MANAGEMENT	12	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNM7310	MIDWIFERY STUDIES 5 CHILDBEARING COMPLIC	12	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNM7311	MIDWIFE PRAC 5 CHILDBEARING COMPLICATION	12	0.2500	0	$980	$980	$2,803
HNM7312	CONTINUITY OF CARE THREE	12	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Semester Six

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNM7313	MIDWIFERY STUD 6-BABIES NEED EXTRA CARE	12	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNM7314	MIDWIFERY PRAC 6-BABIES NEED EXTRA CARE	12	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872
HNM7315	MIDWIFERY PRACTICE 7 CONSOLIDATION	12	0.2500	0	$980	$980	$2,803

For theoretical subjects 1 credit point = 7 hours approximately
For clinical subjects 1 credit point = 10 hours approximately but varies according to NBV requirements.

HBPN Bachelor of Nursing (Post-Registration)
Bachelor of Nursing (Post-Registration)
Course Code: HBPN
(Course not offered in 2006)
Course Objectives
This course aims to:
· develop and enhance interpersonal and group skills;
· describe, subject to critical analysis, and apply to practice, some contemporary theories of nursing and models of practice;
· examine several of the current issues and trends related to nursing and health care and consider their implications for practice and the provision of service to the community;
· gain knowledge and skills in various research methods and develop competence in conducting research;
· extend knowledge, deepen understanding and increase competence in a chosen field of practice; and
· explore and pursue alternative approaches to nursing practice within the context of the Australian health care system.
Course Duration
The course is offered over one year on a full-time basis or part-time equivalent.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the course applicants must be registered as a Division 1, 3 or 4 nurse; and hold, or be eligible to hold, a current Practising Certificate with the Nurses Board of Victoria.
Diplomates who wish to apply for entry are invited to seek exemption for up to fifty per cent (50 per cent) of the course. It should be noted, however, that the subject HHR1243 Nursing Studies 3 Clinical Project is not available for exemption.
Preference will be given to non-diplomate applicants who have completed a degree preparation course, for example Learning Options or similar bridging course.
Course Structure
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHF1124	ISSUES AND TRENDS IN HEALTH	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553
HHF1125	KNOWLEDGE AND NURSING KNOWLEDGE	12	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872
HHF1243

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB1234	PROFESSIONAL NURSING 2	12	0.1250	0	$490	$490	$1,401
HNB3237	RESEARCH PRACTICE	12	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$930

Nursing Studies (1) electives 12 40
Nursing Studies (2) elective 12 40
Electives
Semester One/Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB1235	EVIDENCE BASED HEALTH CARE	12	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

(Nursing Studies 1 elective)

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3236	TRANSISTION TO PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

(Nursing studies 2 elective)
Electives to be offered offshore only.

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHE1673	HEALTH ASSESSMENT	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0
HHE0001	INTRODUCTION TO NURSING MANAGEMENT	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0

HBRN Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-Registration)
Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-Registration)
Course Code: HBRN
Course Objectives
The aims of the course are to:
· prepare competent beginning nurse practitioners who are eligible and able to practice in a variety of health care settings;
· provide an education which contributes to the student's personal, professional, and intellectual growth;
· prepare students in ways to help them begin to deal with the world of work with its attendant uncertainties, ambiguities, conflicts and change.
· prepare students who can participate effectively in a teamwork approach; and
· enable graduates to register professionally as Division 1 nurses with the Nurses Board of Victoria
Course Duration
The course is offered over three years on a full-time or part-time equivalent.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the course applicants must have successfully completed the Victorian certificate of Education (VCE) including Units 3 and 4 with a study score of at least 25 in English any and study score of at least 20 in one of biology, chemistry, health and human development, physics, psychology or mathematics (any combination).
Applicants who do not meet the normal admission requirements but who process appropriate educational qualifications, work or life experiences which would enable them to successfully undertake the course, will be considered for admission.
Course Structure
Year 1
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB1113	FOUNDATIONS IN PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE	12	0.1250	0	$490	$490	$1,401
HNB1114	HEALTCHCARE INFORMATICS	12	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$930
RBM1519	HUMAN BIOSCIENCE 1: BODY STRUCTURE & FUNCTION	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
APT1311	PSYCHOLOGY ACROSS THE LIFESPAN	12	0.1250	1	$490	$612	$1,402
HNB1115	HEALTHCARE LAW AND ETHICS	12	0.0830	1	$325	$406	$931

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB1232	NURSING PRACTICE 1: ACUTE CARE	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872
HNB1233	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 1: ACUTE CARE	12	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$930
ASE1320	SOCIOLOGY OF INDIGENOUS HEALTH	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3101	RESEARCH FOR PRACTICE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
RBM1530	HUMAN BIOSCIENCE 2ODY STRUCT. & FUNCT.	12	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Year 2
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB2133	NURSING PRACTICE 2: ACUTE CARE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2134	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 2: ACUTE CARE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2135	NURSING PACTICE 3: HEALTH & ILLNESS IN OLDER ADULTS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2136	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 3: HEALTH AND ILLNESS IN OLDER ADULTS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2137	ETHICS AND LEGAL STUDIES	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
RBM2517	HUMAN BIOSCIENCE 3	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB2233	NURSING PRACTICE 4: ACUTE CARE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2234	PRACTICUM 4: ACUTE CARE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2235	NURSING PRACTICE MENTAL HEALTH & ILLNESS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2236	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 5 MENTAL HEALTH AND ILL	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2237	NURSING THERAPEUTICS: APPLIED MEDICATION MANAGEMENT	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
RBM2527	HUMAN BIOSCIENCE 4	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031

Mental Health & Illness 16 140
Year 3
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3236	TRANSISTION TO PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3101	RESEARCH FOR PRACTICE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3103	NURSING PRACTICE 6: CHILD, ADOLESCENT & FAMILY	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3104	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 6: CHILD, ADOLESCENT & FAMILY	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3136	NURS PRACTICE 7 MENTAL HLTH AND ILLNESS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3137	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 7: MENTAL HEALTH & ILLNESS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3107	NURSING PRACTICE 6: HEALTH & ILLNESS IN THE COMMUNITY	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Nursing Practice 8: Electives (Choose one)

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3238	NURSING PRACTICE 9: (ELECTIVE) ACUTE CARE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3239	NURSING PRACTICE 9: (ELECTIVE) MENTAL HEALTH & ILLNESS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3247	NURSING PRACTICE 8 (ELECTIVE): CHILD, ADOLESCENT & FAMILY	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3242	NURSING PRACTICE 9: (ELECTIVE) HEALTH & ILLNESS IN OLDER ADULTS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Clinical Practicum 8: Electives (Choose one)

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3243	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 8: (ELECTIVE) ACUTE CARE	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872
HNB3244	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 9: (ELECTIVE) MENTAL HEALTH & ILLNESS	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872
HNB3248	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 8 (ELECTIVE): CHILD, ADOLESCENT & FAMILY	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872
HNB3246	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 9: (ELECTIVE) HEALTH & ILLNESS IN OLDER ADULTS	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872

Consolidation

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3250	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 9: CONSOLIDATION	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872

HBUN Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-Registration)
Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-Registration)
Course Code: HBUN
Year Two
(Continuing Students Only)
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB2133	NURSING PRACTICE 2: ACUTE CARE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2134	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 2: ACUTE CARE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2135	NURSING PACTICE 3: HEALTH & ILLNESS IN OLDER ADULTS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2136	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 3: HEALTH AND ILLNESS IN OLDER ADULTS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
RBM2517	HUMAN BIOSCIENCE 3	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HNB2137	ETHICS AND LEGAL STUDIES	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB2233	NURSING PRACTICE 4: ACUTE CARE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2234	PRACTICUM 4: ACUTE CARE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2235	NURSING PRACTICE MENTAL HEALTH & ILLNESS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2236	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 5 MENTAL HEALTH AND ILL	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
RBM2527	HUMAN BIOSCIENCE 4	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HNB2237	NURSING THERAPEUTICS: APPLIED MEDICATION MANAGEMENT	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Year Three
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3236	TRANSISTION TO PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3101	RESEARCH FOR PRACTICE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3103	NURSING PRACTICE 6: CHILD, ADOLESCENT & FAMILY	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3104	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 6: CHILD, ADOLESCENT & FAMILY	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3136	NURS PRACTICE 7 MENTAL HLTH AND ILLNESS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3137	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 7: MENTAL HEALTH & ILLNESS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3107	NURSING PRACTICE 6: HEALTH & ILLNESS IN THE COMMUNITY	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Nursing Practice 8: Electives

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3238	NURSING PRACTICE 9: (ELECTIVE) ACUTE CARE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3239	NURSING PRACTICE 9: (ELECTIVE) MENTAL HEALTH & ILLNESS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3247	NURSING PRACTICE 8 (ELECTIVE): CHILD, ADOLESCENT & FAMILY	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3242	NURSING PRACTICE 9: (ELECTIVE) HEALTH & ILLNESS IN OLDER ADULTS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Clinical Practicum 8: Electives

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3243	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 8: (ELECTIVE) ACUTE CARE	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872
HNB3244	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 9: (ELECTIVE) MENTAL HEALTH & ILLNESS	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872
HNB3248	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 8 (ELECTIVE): CHILD, ADOLESCENT & FAMILY	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872
HNB3246	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 9: (ELECTIVE) HEALTH & ILLNESS IN OLDER ADULTS	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872

Consolidation

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3250	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 9: CONSOLIDATION	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872

Career Prospects
Career opportunities for Division 1 Registered Nurses are available in clinical practice, clinical management, education and research areas. Nurses are able to practice in a range of settings including hospitals community and mental health agencies, aged care and health care industries.
Course Regulations
The following should be read in conjunction with the Faculty Regulations detailed earlier in this Handbook, and the University Statutes and Regulations.
Clinical Placement
Students should note that they will be subject to safety screening (Victoria Police) checks before placement, in accordance with Department of Human Services policy. Students will also be asked to declare their immunisation status to satisfy the requirements of the hospital/agency at which they will be placed.
Clinical Makeup
Students who have been absent from clinical experience during semester, are required to provide appropriate documentation (e.g. medical certificate or a statutory declaration) to account for their absence.
Absence from clinical placement may affect a student's ability to demonstrate an acceptable level of competency. Students will be rated as 'incomplete' if documentary evidence for their absence can be provided. Further clinical learning and assessment may be offered to replace the day/s of absence. The provision of make-up time is at the discretion of the School and students should not assume that it is an automatic right. Students who do not provide documentary evidence or do not attend the arranged clinical make-up will incur a 'fail' or 'unacceptable' grade and will be required to repeat the relevant Nursing subject.

HBVN Bachelor of Nursing (Division 2 Entry)
Bachelor of Nursing (Division 2 Entry)
Course Code: HBVN
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB2133	NURSING PRACTICE 2: ACUTE CARE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2134	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 2: ACUTE CARE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2135	NURSING PACTICE 3: HEALTH & ILLNESS IN OLDER ADULTS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2136	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 3: HEALTH AND ILLNESS IN OLDER ADULTS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
RBM2517	HUMAN BIOSCIENCE 3	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HNB2137	ETHICS AND LEGAL STUDIES	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB2233	NURSING PRACTICE 4: ACUTE CARE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2234	PRACTICUM 4: ACUTE CARE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2235	NURSING PRACTICE MENTAL HEALTH & ILLNESS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB2236	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 5 MENTAL HEALTH AND ILL	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
RBM2527	HUMAN BIOSCIENCE 4	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HNB2237	NURSING THERAPEUTICS: APPLIED MEDICATION MANAGEMENT	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Semester Three

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3236	TRANSISTION TO PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3101	RESEARCH FOR PRACTICE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3136	NURS PRACTICE 7 MENTAL HLTH AND ILLNESS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3137	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 7: MENTAL HEALTH & ILLNESS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3103	NURSING PRACTICE 6: CHILD, ADOLESCENT & FAMILY	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3104	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 6: CHILD, ADOLESCENT & FAMILY	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Semester Four

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3107	NURSING PRACTICE 6: HEALTH & ILLNESS IN THE COMMUNITY	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Nursing Practice 8: Electives

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3238	NURSING PRACTICE 9: (ELECTIVE) ACUTE CARE	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3239	NURSING PRACTICE 9: (ELECTIVE) MENTAL HEALTH & ILLNESS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3247	NURSING PRACTICE 8 (ELECTIVE): CHILD, ADOLESCENT & FAMILY	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931
HNB3242	NURSING PRACTICE 9: (ELECTIVE) HEALTH & ILLNESS IN OLDER ADULTS	8	0.0830	0	$325	$325	$931

Clinical Practicum 8: Electives

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3243	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 8: (ELECTIVE) ACUTE CARE	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872
HNB3244	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 9: (ELECTIVE) MENTAL HEALTH & ILLNESS	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872
HNB3248	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 8 (ELECTIVE): CHILD, ADOLESCENT & FAMILY	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872
HNB3246	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 9: (ELECTIVE) HEALTH & ILLNESS IN OLDER ADULTS	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872

Consolidation

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNB3250	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 9: CONSOLIDATION	16	0.1670	0	$655	$655	$1,872

HGPU Graduate Diploma in Public Health Nursing
Graduate Diploma in Public Health Nursing
Course Code: HGPU
not offered in 2006
Course Objectives
The course aims to prepare graduates with:
· enhanced knowledge and skills for professional practice as specialist nurses in public and community health;
· knowledge and skills to enable them to participate fully in a cross disciplinary public health team;
· ability to integrate knowledge relevant to nursing and public health and apply this to public health issues;
· enhanced educational and personal skills for life long learning
· the ability to respond with authority to global health needs and issues.
Course Duration
The course is offered over three semesters on a full-time basis or part-time equivalent. Upon successful completion of the first semester of study students may exit with the Graduate Certificate in Public Health Nursing. Upon successful completion of the second semester of study students may exit with the Graduate Diploma in Public Health Nursing. The third and final semester of study completes the articulated sequence of study leading to the Master of Public Health Nursing.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the course applicants must hold an undergraduate degree in Nursing, or equivalent, and be registered with the Nurses Board of Victoria. In addition, applicants choosing to undertake the Maternal and Child Health stream must be currently endorsed as a midwife by the Nurses Board of Victoria.
Applicants who do not meet the normal admission requirements will be considered if they are eligible for registration as a Division 1 Nurse with the Nurses Board of Victoria, have relevant professional experience in Nursing, as approved by the School, and meet such other requirements as are perceived appropriate by the School.
Course Structure
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNM6011	COUNSELLING IN THE HEALTH CARE CONTEXT	12	0.1250	1	$490	$612	$1,402
HNU5003	PSYCHOSOCIAL ISSUES OF THE FAMILY	12	0.1250	1	$490	$612	$1,402
HNU5004	HEALTH PROMOTION AND EDUCATION	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0
*#HNU5001

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
*#HNU5002

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNU5005	ISSUES OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0
HNU5006	PUBLIC HEALTH: POLICY AND PRACTICE	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0
HFR0001	ADVANCED QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS	16	0.1670	1	$655	$818	$1,874

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
*#HFR0002
HNU5001	HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE YOUNG FAMILY	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872

of the Young Family*#
or

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNU5002	HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT IN CHILDHOOD AND ADOLESCENCE	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872

Semester Three

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHA6115	MINOR THESIS (FULL-TIME) (NOT AVAILABLE 2006)	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0
HHA6116	MINOR THESIS (PART-TIME) (NOT AVAILABLE 2006)	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0

* Professional field work practice is not included in these hours.
# Subjects requiring two semesters of study. Thus, the subject taken in semester one must also be taken in semester two.
Professional Recognition
Graduate will be eligible for membership with the Public Health Association (PHA); Health Promotion Special Interest Groups of PHA; School Nurses Special Interest Group, ANF; Maternal & Child Health Nurses Special Interest Group, ANF; Royal College of Nursing Australia.

HGSA Graduate Diploma in Substance Abuse Studies
Graduate Diploma in Substance Abuse Studies
Course Code: HGSA
Course Objectives
The aim of the course is to provide students with a broad understanding of theories, treatment methods, health promotion skills and therapeutic intervention techniques that would allow them to make a positive contribution in the area of substance abuse through appropriate direct intervention and referral.
The course is designed to be both a useful stand alone qualification and to articulate with several other graduate courses offered within the University.
Admission Requirements
This course is a multi-disciplinary program and is open to all health care professionals or individuals working in the area of substance abuse.
To qualify for admission to the course applicants must normally hold a bachelor degree. Applicants who do not meet the normal admission requirement, but who possess appropriate professional experience and meet such other requirements as are perceived appropriate by the School, may be considered. These requirements may include the completion of selected nursing and/or other subjects from the undergraduate degree program, or a preparation for study program.
Applicants may be required to attend an interview and would need to demonstrate to an academic panel adequate preparation to undertake studies at a higher level.
Course Duration
The course is offered over one year on a full-time basis or part-time equivalent, depending on demand.
Course Structure
The part-time structure is as follows:
Year One
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNS5010	THEORIES OF ADDICTION	12	0.1250	1	$490	$612	$1,402
HNS5020	TREATMENT IN SUBSTANCE ABUSE	12	0.1250	0	$490	$490	$1,401

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNS5030	HEALTH PROMOTION/PREVENTION IN SUBSTANCE ABUSE	12	0.1250	0	$490	$490	$1,401
HNS5040	THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTIONS	12	0.1250	1	$490	$612	$1,402

Year Two
Semesters One and Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNM6122	CLINICAL PROJECT	12	0.5000	0	$1,960	$1,960	$5,605

HMMW Master of Midwifery
Master of Midwifery
Course Code: HMMW
(not offered in 2006)
Incorporating -
Course Objectives
The aim of the program is to prepare graduates who will be expected to provide comprehensive midwifery care. The program seeks to:
· provide students with learning experiences to enable them to competently care for women during the childbearing continuum according to the ACMI Competency Standards for Midwives (1998)
· enhance students personal and professional growth within the discipline of midwifery; and,
· provide eligibility for endorsement as a midwife on the Division 1 Register with the Nurses Board of Victoria.
Admission Requirements
Graduate Diploma
To qualify for admission to the course applicants must:
· be registered or be eligible to register with the Nurses Board of Victoria as a Division 1 Nurse;
· hold an undergraduate degree in Nursing or an equivalent; and
· hold a current practicing certificate from the Nurses Board of Victoria
· have a minimum of one years' clinical experience following registration as a general nurse.
Applicants who do not meet the normal admission requirements but who possess appropriate education qualifications, work or life experiences which would enable them to successfully undertake the course, will be considered.
Applicants must demonstrate that they possess the educational preparation and capacity to pursue graduate studies.
Additional requirements for admission to the course may be prescribed by the School.
Master of Midwifery
To qualify for admission to the course applicants must normally:
be registered with the Nurses Board of Victoria as a Division 1 Nurse, with endorsement as a Midwife; and
hold a current annual practising certificate from the Nurses Board of Victoria.
Applicants must also satisfy the School that they posses the educational preparation and capacity to pursue graduate studies.
Additional requirements for admission to the course may be prescribed by the School. Admission will be at the discretion of the Head of School.
Course Durations
The course is offered over four semesters. Semesters one and two comprise the Graduate Diploma in Midwifery and are offered on a full-time basis or part-time equivalent. The third and fourth semesters complete the articulated sequence of study leading to the Master of Midwifery and are offered on a full-time or part-time equivalent.
Course Structure
Graduate Diploma
The course consists of six subjects, some incorporating clinical practice. The clinical practice component will consist of short and long term agency supervised placements. Supervision will be provided by experienced Midwives.
Semester One

	Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNM5010
HNM5021
HNM5011

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNM5012

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNR0001	INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872
HNM5020

	Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNM5023
HNM5022

Master of Midwifery
The Master of Midwifery comprises the Graduate Diploma plus one of the following pathways:
Pathway 1 - Practice Focus
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNM6011	COUNSELLING IN THE HEALTH CARE CONTEXT	12	0.1250	1	$490	$612	$1,402

Semester Two

	Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNM6012
HNM6013

Pathway 1 Total 48 144
Pathway 2 - Research Focus
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNM6040

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHA6115	MINOR THESIS (FULL-TIME) (NOT AVAILABLE 2006)	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHA6116	MINOR THESIS (PART-TIME) (NOT AVAILABLE 2006)	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0

Pathway 2 Total 96 153
Professional Recognition
Graduates from this program will be eligible for endorsement as a Midwife with the Nurses Board of Victoria. Graduates may also apply for membership of the Australian College of Midwives Inc.

HMPH Master of Public Health Nursing
Master of Public Health Nursing
Course Code: HMPH
Incorporating -
Course Objectives
The course aims to prepare graduates with:
· enhanced knowledge and skills for professional practice as specialist nurses in public and community health;
· knowledge and skills to enable them to participate fully in a cross disciplinary public health team;
· ability to integrate knowledge relevant to nursing and public health and apply this to public health issues;
· enhanced educational and personal skills for life long learning
· the ability to respond with authority to global health needs and issues.
Course Duration
The course is offered over three semesters on a full-time basis or part-time equivalent. Upon successful completion of the first semester of study students may exit with the Graduate Certificate in Public Health Nursing. Upon successful completion of the second semester of study students may exit with the Graduate Diploma in Public Health Nursing. The third and final semester of study completes the articulated sequence of study leading to the Master of Public Health Nursing.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the course applicants must hold an undergraduate degree in Nursing, or equivalent, and be registered with the Nurses Board of Victoria. In addition, applicants choosing to undertake the Maternal and Child Health stream must be currently endorsed as a midwife by the Nurses Board of Victoria.
Applicants who do not meet the normal admission requirements will be considered if they are eligible for registration as a Division 1 Nurse with the Nurses Board of Victoria, have relevant professional experience in Nursing, as approved by the School, and meet such other requirements as are perceived appropriate by the School.
Course Structure
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNM6011	COUNSELLING IN THE HEALTH CARE CONTEXT	12	0.1250	1	$490	$612	$1,402
HNU5003	PSYCHOSOCIAL ISSUES OF THE FAMILY	12	0.1250	1	$490	$612	$1,402
HNU5004	HEALTH PROMOTION AND EDUCATION	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0
*HNU5001	HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE YOUNG FAMILY	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
*HNU5002	HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT IN CHILDHOOD AND ADOLESCENCE	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNU5005	ISSUES OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0
HNU5006	PUBLIC HEALTH: POLICY AND PRACTICE	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0
HFR0001	ADVANCED QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS	16	0.1670	1	$655	$818	$1,874

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HFR0002	ADVANCED QUALITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS	16	0.1670	1	$655	$818	$1,874
HNU5001	HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE YOUNG FAMILY	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
*HNU5002	HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT IN CHILDHOOD AND ADOLESCENCE	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872

Semester Three

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHA6115	MINOR THESIS (FULL-TIME) (NOT AVAILABLE 2006)	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0
HHA6116	MINOR THESIS (PART-TIME) (NOT AVAILABLE 2006)	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0

HMPN Master of Nursing
Master of Nursing
Course Code: HMPN
Incorporating -
Graduate Certificates and Graduate Diplomas in
- Cancer Nursing
- Emergency Nursing
- Gerontic Nursing
- Neuroscience Nursing
- Orthopaedic Nursing
- Paediatric Nursing
- Nursing Management
Course Objectives
The Master of Nursing has been developed for nursing graduates who wish to undertake studies in clinical speciality areas of nursing within a range of health care settings, with specific aims to:
· produce nurse specialists with expertise in their area of specialty with diagnostic and decision making skills to solve complex patient care problems in the work environment;
· produce nurse professionals with skills to investigate, challenge and develop current practices;
· develop skills to analyse and critique contemporary theories that inform practice;
· enhance students' ability to analyse social and political dynamics within the current health care environment;
· produce nurse professionals who not only adapt to the changing needs within the health care environment, but who will also engage in political processes to facilitate institutional and social change;
· develop skills to form collaborative relationships with agencies and other health care professionals; and
· provide the opportunity for students to develop a knowledge of self and explore a range of world views.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the course applicants must normally:
hold an undergraduate degree in Nursing or equivalent; and
be registered with the Nurses Board of Victoria as a Division 1 Nurse; and
be working in the area of specialisation at the time of application.
Applicants who do not meet the normal admission requirements will be considered if they are eligible for registration as a Division 1 Nurse with the Nurses Board of Victoria; have relevant professional experience in Nursing, as approved by the School; and meet such other requirements as are perceived appropriate by the School. These requirements may include the completion of selected nursing and/or other subjects from the undergraduate degree program, or a preparation for study program.
Course Duration
The Master of Nursing is offered over three semesters on a full-time basis or part-time equivalent.
Course Structure
The Program provides for multiple entry and exit points. Upon completion of the first semester of study students may exit with the Graduate Certificate in their chosen area of specialisation. Upon completion of the second semester of study students may exit with the Graduate Diploma in their chosen area of specialisation. The third and final semester of study completes the articulated sequence of study leading to the Master of Nursing.
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNR0001	INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872

Specialisation Subject Level 1 16 3
Specialisation Subject Level 2 16 3
Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNG5001	ISSUES AND POLICIES IN PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872

Specialisation Subject Level 3
Coursework Stream

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNM6118	EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE IN SPECIALISED NURSING	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872

Minor Thesis Stream

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HFR0001	ADVANCED QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS	16	0.1670	1	$655	$818	$1,874
HFR0002	ADVANCED QUALITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS	16	0.1670	1	$655	$818	$1,874

Semester Two Total 48 117
Exit point for the Graduate Diploma in Specialisation Nursing
Semester Three
Coursework Stream

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNM6119	LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT IN SPECIALISED NURSING	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872
HNM6029

Minor Thesis Stream

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHA6115	MINOR THESIS (FULL-TIME) (NOT AVAILABLE 2006)	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0

Semester Three Total 117
Cumulative Course Total 96
Specialisation Subjects
Level 1

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNA5001
HNE5001	EMERGENCY NURSING STUDIES 1	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872
HNM5001	CANCER NURSING STUDIES 1	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872
HNN5001	NEUROSCIENCE NURSING STUDIES 1	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872
HNO5001	ORTHOPAEDIC NURSING STUDIES 1	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872
HNP5001	PAEDIATRIC NURSING STUDIES 1	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872
HNM5004	NURSING MANAGEMENT 1	12	0.1670	2	$932	$1,165	$2,074

Level 2

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNA5002
HNA5003
HNE5002	EMERGENCY NURSING STUDIES 2	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872
HNM5002	CANCER NURSING STUDIES 2	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872
HNN5002	NEUROSCIENCE NURSING STUDIES 2	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872
HNN5003	NEUROSCIENCE NURSING STUDIES 3	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0
HNO5002	ORTHOPAEDIC NURSING STUDIES 2	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872
HNO5003	ORTHOPAEDIC NURSING STUDIES 3	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872
HNP5002	PAEDIATRIC NURSING STUDIES 2	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872
HNP5003	PAEDIATRIC NURSING STUDIES 3	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872
HNM5005	NURSING MANAGEMENT 2	12	0.1670	2	$932	$1,165	$2,074
HNM5006	NURSING MANAGEMENT 3	12	0.1670	2	$932	$1,165	$2,074

Level 3

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNE5003	EMERGENCY NURSING STUDIES 3	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872
HNM5003	CANCER NURSING STUDIES 3	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872

HPNU Doctor of Philosophy
Doctor of Philosophy
Course Code: HPNU
The School of Nursing and Midwifery offers PhD research supervision in the following areas:
· Acute Care
· Mental Health
· Public Health
· Family Health
· Ontology and Epistemology of Caring
· Human Health and Illness experiences
Students who have areas of interest in nursing other than those listed are nevertheless encouraged to discuss enrolment possibilities with the School, which can facilitate co-supervisory links with other schools or institutions.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy applicants must have:
· a Master degree; or
· a four-year undergraduate degree with honours normally at upper second class level (H2A) or equivalent;
· exceptional related research experience.
Some students may be required to undertake additional studies in specific areas, for example advanced research subjects.
Course Duration
Completion of the Doctor of Philosophy normally requires three years of full-time study or part-time equivalent.
Degree Requirements
In order to be awarded the Doctor of Philosophy students must undertake an appropriate research design subject, or any other subject as required by the School; have their candidature approved by the University and present their proposal to an appropriate research committee; and successfully complete a thesis undertaken with appropriate supervision. Students must receive a satisfactory progress report each semester.

HRNR Master of Nursing (by Research)
Master of Nursing (by Research)
Course Code: HRNR
Course Objectives
The Master of Nursing (by Research) is offered to students who have demonstrated the ability to undertake extensive study and research in a focused area of nursing. Although expected to demonstrate a high degree of independence, the student works under the guidance of a qualified and experienced supervisor. While the successful completion of this qualification depends entirely upon the examination of the thesis, the School of Nursing also places great emphasis on the development of research skills and background knowledge deemed necessary for successful completion of the research project.
Areas of Specialisation
Staff within the School will supervise research in a number of areas of specialisation including:
· acute care nursing;
· community health nursing;
· mental health;
· midwifery;
· neuroscience nursing;
· nursing education;
· nursing theory and clinical practice;
· ontology and epistemology of caring;
· professional nursing issues;
· substance abuse;
· women's health.
These areas of study are not exhaustive and applicants are advised to contact the School directly to discuss their proposed area of study.
Course Duration
Completion of the Master of Nursing (by Research) normally requires two years of full-time study or part-time equivalent.
Course structure
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNM6800	RESEARCH THESIS (FULL-TIME)	12	0.5000	0	$1,960	$1,960	$5,605
HNM6801	RESEARCH THESIS (PART-TIME)	12	0.2500	0	$980	$980	$2,802

Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the Master of Nursing applicants must hold an undergraduate degree in nursing or equivalent.
Some students may be required to undertake additional studies in specific areas, for example advanced research subjects.
Degree Requirements
In order to be awarded the Master in Nursing (by Research) students must undertake an appropriate research design subject, or any other subject, as required by the School; have their candidature approved by the Faculty; and successfully complete a thesis undertaken with appropriate supervision.

HSCN PRE-REGISTRATION COURSE FOR OVERSEAS QUALIFIED AND RE-ENTRY NURSES
NON AWARD SHORT COURSE

PRE-REGISTRATION COURSE FOR OVERSEAS QUALIFIED AND RE-ENTRY NURSES
Course Code: HSCN

COURSE OBJECTIVES
The objective of this course is: to prepare nurses registered outside Australia, and nurses who are seeking re-entry following a lapse of registration, to provide safe and comprehensive care to individuals, and groups in a variety of health care settings within Australia. This objective will be pursued in accordance with the ANMC or previously known as ANRAC competency standards as endorsed by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council (ANMC), 2005. Competencies will be achieved in an environment that fosters the individuals’ personal, professional and intellectual growth. Clinical competence will be assessed by clinical teachers, who are committed to the needs of overseas & re- entry nurses. Successful completion of the course will lead to registration as a Division 1 Nurse with the Nurses Board of Victoria.

COURSE DURATION
THIS COURSE WILL BE OFFERED OVER A 12 WEEK PERIOD FULL TIME.

Admission requirements
APPLICANTS MUST HAVE TH FOLLOWING:
· A letter from the Nurses Board of Victoria stating their eligibility to complete a Pre-registration course
· Demonstrate the English Language competency as set out by the Nurses Board of Victoria

COURSE STRUCTURE
Credit
Points
HNN001: The Australian health care system 16 hours
HNN002: Nursing within the Australian health care system 16 hours
HNN003: Pharmacology 12 hours
HNN004: Nursing principles, process and practice 80 hours
(14 hours of clinical laboratories on campus)
HNN005: Communication processes 20 hours
HNN006: Clinical Practice (Supervised clinical practice) 256 hours

HSGN Bridging Course (Graduate Entry)
Bridging Course (Graduate Entry)
Course Code: HSGN
Degree preparation for Graduate Entry
Course Objectives
The aim of this non-award course is to prepare Graduate Entry applicants who have successfully completed a Degree for entry into the Bachelor of Nursing course.
Students who have successfully completed all of the Bridging course will proceed into the Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-Registration) course
Course Duration
This course will be offered over a 4-week period during the Summer School.
Course Structure

	Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HSD1113
APP1021
RBM1536

HSVN Bridging Course (Division 2 Entry)
Bridging Course (Division 2 Entry)
Course Code: HSVN
Degree preparation for Division 2 Nurses
Course Objectives
The aim of this non-award course is to prepare Division 2 Registered Nurses who have completed the 12-month TAFE course for entry into the Bachelor of Nursing Course.
Students who have successfully completed the entire Bridging course will proceed into the Bachelor of Nursing (Pre-Registration) course.
Course Duration
This course will be offered over a 4-week period during the Summer School.
Admission Requirements
Current Registration as a Division 2 registered nurse (or eligibility for registration) with the Nurses Board of Victoria.
Course Structure

	Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HSD1114
APP1021
RBM1536

HTPU Graduate Certificate in Public Health Nursing
Graduate Certificate in Public Health Nursing
Course Code: HTPU
Course Objectives
The course aims to prepare graduates with:
· enhanced knowledge and skills for professional practice as specialist nurses in public and community health;
· knowledge and skills to enable them to participate fully in a cross disciplinary public health team;
· ability to integrate knowledge relevant to nursing and public health and apply this to public health issues;
· enhanced educational and personal skills for life long learning
· the ability to respond with authority to global health needs and issues.
Course Duration
The course is offered over three semesters on a full-time basis or part-time equivalent. Upon successful completion of the first semester of study students may exit with the Graduate Certificate in Public Health Nursing. Upon successful completion of the second semester of study students may exit with the Graduate Diploma in Public Health Nursing. The third and final semester of study completes the articulated sequence of study leading to the Master of Public Health Nursing.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the course applicants must hold an undergraduate degree in Nursing, or equivalent, and be registered with the Nurses Board of Victoria. In addition, applicants choosing to undertake the Maternal and Child Health stream must be currently endorsed as a midwife by the Nurses Board of Victoria.
Applicants who do not meet the normal admission requirements will be considered if they are eligible for registration as a Division 1 Nurse with the Nurses Board of Victoria, have relevant professional experience in Nursing, as approved by the School, and meet such other requirements as are perceived appropriate by the School.
Course Structure
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNM6011	COUNSELLING IN THE HEALTH CARE CONTEXT	12	0.1250	1	$490	$612	$1,402
HNU5003	PSYCHOSOCIAL ISSUES OF THE FAMILY	12	0.1250	1	$490	$612	$1,402
HNU5004	HEALTH PROMOTION AND EDUCATION	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0
HNU5001	HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE YOUNG FAMILY	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNU5002	HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT IN CHILDHOOD AND ADOLESCENCE	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNU5005	ISSUES OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0
HNU5006	PUBLIC HEALTH: POLICY AND PRACTICE	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0
HFR0001	ADVANCED QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS	16	0.1670	1	$655	$818	$1,874

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HFR0002	ADVANCED QUALITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS	16	0.1670	1	$655	$818	$1,874
HNU5001	HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE YOUNG FAMILY	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HNU5002	HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT IN CHILDHOOD AND ADOLESCENCE	12	0.1670	0	$654	$654	$1,872

Semester Three

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHA6115	MINOR THESIS (FULL-TIME) (NOT AVAILABLE 2006)	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0
HHA6116	MINOR THESIS (PART-TIME) (NOT AVAILABLE 2006)	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0

* Professional field work practice is not included in these hours.
# Subjects requiring two semesters of study. Thus, the subject taken in semester one must also be taken in semester two.
Professional Recognition
Graduate will be eligible for membership with the Public Health Association (PHA); Health Promotion Special Interest Groups of PHA; School Nurses Special Interest Group, ANF; Maternal & Child Health Nurses Special Interest Group, ANF; Royal College of Nursing Australia.

Subjects

APT1311 PSYCHOLOGY ACROSS THE LIFESPAN
CampusSt Albans
Prerequisite(s) Nil
Content Human development across the lifespan: social, emotional, personality and cognitive development, relationship contexts and the family lifecycle. Introduction to theories in psychology: psychodynamic, behavioural, cognitive, attachment/interpersonal and family systems. Concepts of health and illness. Experiences of health, illness and treatment across the lifespan. Psychological processes relevant to health and illness including pain, sleep, anxiety, grief, and coping. Developmental processes and adaptation in chronic illness and disability.
Required Reading Papalia, D.E., Olds, S.W. & Feldman, R.D. (2004). Human development (9th Ed) Sydney: McGraw Hill
Recommended Reading Bowlby, J. (1988). A secure base: Clinical applications of attachment theory. London: Routledge
Caltabiano, M.L, & Sarafino, E.P. (2002). Health psychology: Biopsychosocial interactions, an Australian perspective. Milton, Qld: Wiley: Fuller, A. (2002). Raising real people: Creating a resilient family (2nd Ed) Camberwell, Vic: ACER Press: Lubkin, I.M. (2002). Chronic illness: Impact and interventions (5th Ed) Boston: Jones & Bartlett: Marks, I.M. (2001). Living with fear: Understanding and coping with anxiety. (2nd Ed) London: McGraw Hill: Parkes, C.M. (1998). Bereavement: Studies of grief in adult life (3rd Ed) London: Penguin: Thomas, R.M. (2000). Comparing theories of child development (5th Ed) Belmont CA: Wadsworth: Thomas, R.M. & Roy, R. (1999). The changing nature of pain complaints over the lifespan. New York: Plenum: Tobin, S.S. (1991). Personhood in advanced old age: Implications for practice. New York: Springer
Subject Hours Equivalent of 60 hours.
Assessment Examination - 40%, Essay (1200 words.) 30%, Field study assignment - 30%.

HHF1124 ISSUES AND TRENDS IN HEALTH
Not available in 2006
CampusSt Albans
Prerequisite(s) Nil
Content Origin and development of the Australian health care system. The development of 19th century tradition of charity in the present 'mixed economy' health care system, the concept of policy, the stage involved in policy development, stakeholders in policy development and implementation, the structure of Australia health care services, political parties and their health care policies.
Required Reading Cheek, J., Shoebridge,J., Willis,E., & Zadoroznyj, M.(1996). Society and Health: Social Theory For Health Workers. Melbourne: Longman. Ellis, J.R., & Hartley, C.L.(1992). Nursing In Today's World: Challenges, Issues, And Trends (4th ed). Philadelphia: Lippincott Co. Grbich, C (Ed). (1997). Health In Australia: Sociological Concepts And Issues. Sydney: Prentice Hall. Gardner, H. (ED). (1991). The Politics Of Health. London: Churchill Livingstone. Hamer, S., and Collinson, G. (1999). Achieving Evidence-Based Practice: A Handbook For Practitioners. Edinburgh: Bailliere Tindall (Royal College of Nursing). Helman, C.G. (1994). Culture, Health and Illness: An Introduction for Health Professionals. Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann. Leddy, S. (1998). Leddy, S., and Pepper, J,M. Conceptual Bases Of Professional Nursing(4th ed). Philadelphia: Lippincott. McMurray, A. (1999). Community Health And Wellness: A Sociological Approach. Sydney: Mosby. McMurray, A. 1990. Community Health Nursing: Primary Health Care In Practice. Melbourne: Churchill Livingstone. Waddell, C., & Petersen, A.R. (ED).1994. Just Health: Inequality In Illness. Care And Prevention. Melbourne: Churchill Livingstone. Wass, A. 1994. Promoting Health: The Primary Health Care Approach. Philadelphia: W.B. Saunders. Palmer, G., and Short, S. (1994). Health Care and Public Policy. South Melbourne: Macmillan Education Australia Pty Ltd. Porter, S. (1998). Social Theory And Nursing Practice. London: Macmillan Press Ltd. Kemm, J and Close A. (1995). Health Promotion: Theory and Practice. London: Macmillan Press Ltd.
Subject Hours 39 hours comprising lectures, tutorials, and class participations.
Assessment Seminar presentation and written assignment, 30%; assignment 70%.

HHF1125 KNOWLEDGE AND NURSING KNOWLEDGE
Not available in 2006
CampusSt Albans
Prerequisite(s) Nil
Content This subject encourages students to examine critically some of the theories and ideologies that influence the development of the various kinds of knowledge, including nursing knowledge. This will include an examination of a number of significant theories about human nature - Christianity, Existentialism, Freud, Lorenz, Plato, Skinner and some oppositional theories and challenges from Feminist, non-Western and other 'marginalised' areas. Further, a number of concepts found in the history and philosophy of science will be considered - Newtonian thought, Kuhn and paradigms, and the bio-medical model as the conceptual foundation of modern medicine. Feminist ways of knowing and analysis of the Relationship between knowledge and social and cultural factors, including theories of discourse and power will be offered. The subject encourages students to generate and apply nursing knowledge through a process of theory analysis and development. In particular, a number of theories and models, for example, those of King, Orem, Levine, Leininger, and Rogers will be analysed and the potential for nursing innovation explored.
Required Reading Greenwood, J. (Ed) (1996). Nursing Theory In Australia: Development & Application. Pymble: Harper Educational Publishers. Lindberg, J. B., Hunter, M. L., Kruszewski, A. Z. (1998). Introduction To Nursing: Concepts, Issues, And Opportunities (3rd Ed). Philadelphia: Lippincott. Leddy, S., Pepper, J., Mae, (1998). Conceptual Bases Of Professional Nursing (4th Ed). Philadelphia: Lippincott. Robinson, K., Vaughan, B. (1996). Knowledge for Nursing Practice. Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann. Watson, J. (1999). Postmodern Nursing and Beyond. Edinburgh: Churchill.
Subject Hours 39 hours, comprising lectures, tutorials, and informal discussion/study workshops.
Assessment Tutorial presentation 50%; essay 50%. Students must pass all components of the assessment in order to ain a pass in this subject.

HHF1243 NURSING STUDIES (2) CLINICAL PROJECT
Not available in 2006
Campus St Albans
Prerequisite(s) Nil
Content This is a culminating unit which aims to provide students with an opportunity to develop and apply their learning acquired in the previous units in the course. The main focus will be on the application of knowledge and skills in the provision of health care to clients/patients in a diversity of locations/settings. Students will present a proposal for a project, which forms the basis of their theoretical, field and assessment undertakings. Following acceptance the project will be drawn up (cf. Appendix 1).
Recommended Reading To be advised.
Contact Hours 78 hours
Assessment Preparation of learning contract of a research project 20%. Written research project 80%.

HNA5001 GERONTIC NURSING STUDIES 1
CampusSt Albans, Off Campus
Prerequisite(s) Nil
Content This subject will introduce the student to major biological, psychological and sociological theories relating to ageing. The emphasis on ageing as a normal process is designed to both promote a positive view of ageing and to enable students to differentiate between changes associated with the ageing process and those associated with pathology when assessing clients and managing nursing care across a variety of health care contexts. An introductory consideration of major psychopathological and pathophysiological changes potentially encountered by ageing individuals will be undertaken by way of contrasting them with normal ageing. Topics to be addressed include: ageing demographics; ageing and physical function; ageing and cognition; life stages; ageism; polypharmacy; social relationships and ageing.
Required Reading Ebersole, P & Hess, P (1998). Toward Healthy Ageing, 5th edn. St Louis: Mosby.
Recommended Reading Bengston, V. & Shaie, W (Eds.) (1999). Handbook of Theories of Ageing. New York: Springer Publishing Co. Budge, M. (1998). Age Matters. Sydney: MacLennan & Petty. Cavanaugh, J. & Whitbourne, S. (Eds.) (1999). Gerontology: An Interdisciplinary Perspective. New York: Oxford University Press. Health Ageing Task Force. (2000). Commonwealth, State and Territory Strategy on Healthy Ageing. Canberra: Commonwealth Department of Health and Aged Care.
Subject Hours The equivalent of three hours per week over one semester organised according to the teaching mode used.
Assessment Assignment of 3000 words (60%); class paper of 2000 words (40%).

HNA5002 GERONTIC NURSING STUDIES 2
CampusSt Albans, Off Campus
Prerequisite(s) Nil
Content Building on the concept of ageing as a normal process introduced in Gerontic Nursing Studies 1, this subject will introduce the student to the nursing assessment and management of major pathophysiological and psychopathological alterations to health status associated with ageing. Topics include the consideration of more common pathologies such as arthritis, osteoporosis, airways disease, cardio-vascular disease, confusion, delirium, depression, and dementia. Practice interventions for associated concerns such as reduced mobility, malnutrition, incontinence, pain, sensory impairment, challenging behaviours, and functional and organic disorders associated with alterations in mental health will also be addressed.
Required Reading Hogstel, M. (2001). Gerontology: Nursing Care of the Older Adult. Albany, N.Y.: Koch, S., Garratt, S. (2001) Assessing Older people: a practical guide for professionals. Sydney: McLennan & Petty.
Recommended Reading Australian Pharmaceutical Advisory Council. (2000). Integrated Best Practice Model for Medication Management in Residential Aged Care Facilities, 2nd edn. Canberra: Department of Health and Aged Care. Butler, R., Lewis, M. & Sutherland, T. (1998). Ageing and Mental Health: Positive Psychosocial and Biomedical Approaches, 5th edn. Boston: Allyn & Bacon. Eliopolous, C. (2001). Gerontological Nursing, 5th edn. Philadelphia: Lippincott. Hogstel, M. (1995). Geropsychiatric Nursing, 2nd edn. St Louis: Mosby. Molony, S., Waszynski, C. & Lyder, C. (Eds). (1999). Gerontological Nursing: An Advanced Practice Approach. Stamford, Connecticut: Appleton & Lange.
Subject Hours The equivalent of three hours per week over one semester organised according to the teaching mode used.
Assessment Assignment of 2500 words (50%); case study of 2000 words & class presentation (50%).

HNA5003 GERONTIC NURSING STUDIES 3
CampusSt Albans, Off Campus
Prerequisite(s) HNA5001 Gerontic Nursing Studies 1; HNA5002 Gerontic Nursing Studies 2; or equivalent.
Content This subject will introduce students to dominant issues in caring for older adults. Ethico-legal, socio-cultural, and political influences on the experience of ageing and the provision of aged care in a variety of contexts will be considered. Topics include: the operation of the aged care system; multidisciplinary approaches to care; the interface between community, sub-acute, acute, and residential aged care sectors; resource distribution; ethnicity and ageing; health promotion; consent; decision making; carer issues; elder abuse.
Required Reading Borowski, A., Encel, S. & Ozanne, E. (Eds). (1997). Ageing and Social Policy In Australia. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
Recommended Reading Crowley, P. (2000). Ageing Gracefully: An Overview of the Economic Implications of Australia's Ageing Population Profile. Canberra: Department of Health and Aged Care. Johnson, T. (Ed). Handbook on Ethical Issues in Ageing. Westport, Connecticut: Greenwood Press. Johnstone, M. (1999). Bioethics: A Nursing Perspective, 3rd edn. Sydney: Harcourt. Minichiello, V., Chappell, N., Kendig, H. & Walker, A. (1996). Sociology of Ageing: International Perspectives. Australia: ISA Research Committee on Ageing. Hudson, R., Richmond, J. (2000), Living dying caring. Melbourne: Ausmed publications. Cluning, T., Ageing at home. Melbourne: Ausmed. Nichol, B., Lonergan, J. & Mould, M. (2000). The Use of Hospitals by Older People: A Casemix Analysis. Canberra: Department of Health and Aged Care.
Subject Hours The equivalent of three hours per week over one semester organised according to the teaching mode used.
Assessment Assignment of 3000 words (60%); seminar paper of 2000 words (40%).

HNB1113 FOUNDATIONS IN PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
CampusSt Albans
Prerequisite(S) Nil
Content Module 1: Functional Health Patterns; empasis on health perception and management; clinical reasoning process; occupational health and safety; procedural hand washing and asepsis; the complete nursing health history and general survey; assessment of family health; assessment of mental health status; cultural assessment including indigenous cultures; and physical examination of body systems. Module 2: Topic content in this module includes: an introduction to the Australian Nursing and Midwives Council (ANWC) and their role in nursing regulation including both the historical and contemporary influences on the development of nursing as a profession in Australia; and the structures both within and outside of nursing that influence scope of practice and professional boundaries. Credit Transfer Arrangements (including Articulation Pathways) if applicable.
Required Reading Bickley, L.S. (2003) Bates' guide to physical examination and history taking (8th ed). Sydney: Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins. Fuller, J. & Schaller-Ayers J. (2000). Health Assessment. A nursing approach (3rd ed.). Philadelphia, USA: Lippincott.
Recommended Reading/Audio Visual Alfaro-Lefevre, R (2006) Applying nursing Process: A tool for critical thinking. (6tg/ed,) Philadelphia , Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. Anderson, D.M., Keith, J., Novak, P.D. & Elliot. M.A. (2001). Mosby's medical, nursing and allied health dictionary (6th ed.). St Louis: Mosby. Bates, B (2000). A visual guide to examination. Philadelphia, USA: JP Lippincott. Bauer, M & Huynh, M. (1995). How to measure blood pressure. Melbourne, Aust.: Victoria University. Huynh, M., Bauer, M., Brown, V. (2000). Examination of the abdomen, thorax and lungs [CD-ROM]. Melbourne: Victoria University.
Subject Hours Equivalent of 60 hours.
Assessment 1½ hour Examination 40%, evaluation of health assessment skills and clinical reasoning 40%, annotated bibliography on professional issues 20%.
HNB1114 Healthcare Informatics
Prerequisite(s) Nil
Content broad content areas in this subject - The gathering of information for evidenced based practice. In this theme students will learn about the sources of best practice information including the Cochrane library and the Joanna Briggs institute as well as journal data-bases and the World Wide Web. The student will also be taught the beginnings of how the information gathered from these sources may be evaluated and the skills needed to turn this information into appropriate written works for both the tertiary and clinical field students will be working in. The use of technology to record and evaluate heath care. HealthConnect, the Government's universal health record, will be used as an example of where the government sees electronic health records being used in the future. Students will be introduced to how technology is increasingly being used to mange risk assessment, nursing workloads through patient dependency systems and to give first line managers financial and turnover information so that they may manage their work areas through such systems as Trendcare and Excelcare. The use of technology in patient education. This can vary from the many Web sites that offer health information, such as the Better Health Channel to small 'in-house' technology based programs that are used to educate patients to the production of low cost information sheets produced by 'desktop publishing' programs put together by many wards and departments. The emerging use of technology in the remote and rural areas through the use of 'tele-health' technology and the nurses' participation and role in this area. Credit Transfer Arrangements (including Articulation Pathways) if applicable
Required reading Zilm, G. & Entwistle, C. (2002) The SMART way: An introduction to writing for nurses. W.B. Saunders, Toronto. Other titles to be advised.
Recommended reading Ellis, J & Hartley, C. (2005) Chapter 13 Nursing Informatics and Evidence-based Practice. In Managing and co-ordinating Nursing Care (4th Ed.) Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Philadelphia. On-Line Journal of Nursing Informatics found at http://www.eaa-knowledge.com/ojni/ or via Victoria University Library catalogue. Websites Victoria University Library Guides and Tutorials found at http://w2.vu.edu.au/library/clientinfo/ guides_tuts.htm Trend Care Systems Nurse Management Software http://www.trendcare.com.au/ Excelcare http://www.excelcare.com/
Subject hours Equivalent of 40 hours.
Assessment Written assignment (1500 words.) - 40%, annotated bibliography - including search strategies used - 40%, on-line participation in discussion groups 20%.

HNB1114 HEALTCHCARE INFORMATICS

HNB1115 HEALTHCARE LAW AND ETHICS
Campus St Albans
Prerequisite(s) Nil
Content This module introduces the student to core legal and ethical principles required for beginning professional practice within the Australian Health Care system and covers the following topics: Introduction to Australian Law, Working within the Law, Legal Concepts, Professional Regulation, The regulation of drugs, Life and Death Issues, Professional practice and the ethical perspective. Module 2 This module introduces the student to: The interrelations between Commonwealth, state and private sector roles in health care, Health insurance and the funding of health services including: Healthcare funding, DRGs and Casemix, Pressures on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Schemes, The organisation of Health care services, Reforms of the Health Service.
Required Reading Australian College of Midwives ( ACMI). (2001). Code of Ethics. and National Code of Practice. Available at http://www.acmi.org.au. Australian College of Midwives Incorporated (ACMI). (2002). Competency Standards for Midwives. Available at http://www.acmi.org.au. Australian Nursing Council. (2000). ANC National competency standards for the registered nurse (3rd ed.). Canberra: Author. (Can be ordered online at http://www.anc.org.au ). Australian Nursing Council. (2002). Code of ethics for nurses in Australia [Brochure]. Canberra: Author. (Available at http://www.anc.org.au ). Australian Nursing Council. (2003). Code of professional conduct for nurses in Australia [Brochure]. Canberra: Author. (Available at http://www.anc.org.au ) Forrester, K. & Griffiths, D. (2004). Essentials of law for health professionals. Sydney: Harcourt. Johnstone, M.J. (2004). Bioethics: A nursing perspective. (4th ed.). Sydney: Harcourt. Jones, S.R. (2000). Ethics in Midwifery 2nd ed. Sydney: Mosby. Nurses Act 1993, No111.1993, Victorian Government Printing Office.(incorporating amendments as of 2000). (Available at http://www.dms.dpc.vic.gov.au ). Nurses Board of Victoria. (1999). Code of practice for midwives in Victoria. Available at http://www.nbv.org.au. Nurses Board of Victoria. (1999). Professional conduct information for registered nurses. Melbourne: Author. (Available at http://www.nbv.org.au). Nurses Board of Victoria. (2001). Professional boundaries. Guidelines for registered nurses in Victoria. Melbourne: Author. (Available at http://www.nbv.org.au ). Legislation: Mental Health Act 1986 (Vic), Human Tissue Act 1982 (Vic), Age of Majority Act 1982 (Vic), Medical Treatment Act 1988 (Vic), Guardianship and Administration Act 1986 (Vic), Mental Health (Amendment) Act 1995, Health Services Act 1988 (Vic), Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Vic), Privacy Act 2000 (Cth) (available at http://www.privacy.gov.au/act/). Public Record Act 1973 (Vic). Drugs, Poisons & Controlled Substances Act 1981 (Vic). Drugs, Poisons & Controlled Substances Regulations 1995 (Vic). Nurses Act, Coroners Act 1985. The Victorian Acts are available on-line at http://www.health.vic.gov.au/legistation/ or http://www.dms.dpc.vic.gov.au
Recommended Reading Beauchamp, T.L., & Childress, J.F. (2001). Principles of biomedical ethics. (5th ed.). New York, NY: Oxford University Press, Burkhardt, A., & Nathaniel, A. (2002). Ethics and issues in contemporary nursing. (2nd ed.). New York: Delmar Thompson Learning. Chiarella, M. (2002). The legal and professional status of nursing. Sydney: Churchill Livingstone
MacFarlane, P.J.M. (2000). Health law in Australia & New Zealand: Commentary and materials. (3rd ed.). Leichardt, NSW: Federation Press. Palmer, G.R., & Short, S.D. (2000). Health care and public policy. (3rd ed.). Melbourne: MacMillan. Staunton, P.J., & Chiarella, M. (2003). Nursing and the law. (5th ed.).Marrickville, NSW: Elsevier. Wallace, M. ( 2001). Health care and the law. (3rd ed.). Pyrmont, NSW: Law Book Co. Australasian Legal Information Institute (URL http://www.austlii.edu.au/) has some pages on ethics if you search using that term plus any other terms that may be relevant to your search.
Subject Hours Equivalent of 56 hours
Assessment Learning folio - 60%, oral presentation - 40%

HNB1135 PROFESSIONAL NURSING 1
CampusSt Albans
Prerequisite(s) Nil
Content An introduction to the Australian Nursing Council Incorporated (ANCI) Competencies, historical and contemporary influences on the development of nursing as a profession and nursing role, and structures within nursing that influence scope of practice and professional boundaries, and culture and diversity of care as components of nursing practice.
Required Reading Australian Nursing Council Incorporated (2002). Code of ethics for nurses in Australia. [Brochure]. Canberra: Author. Australian Nursing Council Incorporated (1995). Code of professional conduct for nurses in Australia. [Brochure]. Canberra: Author. Australian Nursing Council Incorporated (2002). ANCI National Competency Standards for the Registered Nurse and the Enrolled Nurse. [Brochure]. Canberra: Author.
Recommended Reading Benner. P. (1984). From novice to expert. Menlo Park, CA: Addison-Wesley. Bishop, A. Scudder, J. (1991) Nursing: The practice of caring. New York: National League. Benner. P. (1984). From novice to expert. Menlo Park, CA: Addison-Wesley. Bishop, A. Scudder, J. (1991) Nursing: The practice of caring. New York: National League of Nursing. Knepfer, G., & Johns, C. (1989). Nursing for life. Sydney: Pan. Lindberg, J. Hunter, M. Kruszewski, A. (1998) Introduction to nursing: Concepts, issues and opportunities. New York: Lippincott. McCoppin, B., & Gardner, H. (1994). Tradition and reality: Nursing and politics inAustralia. Melbourne: Churchill Livingstone. Nelson, S. (2001) Say little, do much: Nursing, nuns and hospitals in the nineteenth century. Philadelphia: University of Pennsylvania Press. Nightingale. F. (1969). Nursing: what it is and what it is not. New York: Dover Publications. Nurses Act 1993. No 111 of 1993. Parliament of Victoria (1996, September).
Subject Hours Equivalent of 40 hours organised according to teaching mode used.
Assessment Achievement of subject objectives will be determined through the use of more than one type of assessment methodology. A combination of the following, or other appropriate methodologies will be used: written
Assessment, reflective journal, learning folio, oral presentation. Seminar presentation - 40%, Essay - 2000 words, 60%.

HNB1230 NURSING THEORY 1 : ACUTE CARE
CampusSt Albans
PrerequisitesHNB1113 Foundations in Professional Practice
ContentThe aim of this subject is to introduce and develop the students’ knowledge base required for providing nursing care to persons who need assistance in meeting basic human needs within an acute care setting. Knowledge for beginning understanding of the psychosocial dimensions of the health of individuals and families will be introduced. The focus of the s