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2006
Higher Education
Faculty of Health, Engineering and Science
School of Health Sciences

Courses

HBAH Bachelor of Chinese Medicine (Acupuncture and Herbs)
Bachelor of Chinese Medicine (Acupuncture and Herbs)
Course Code : HBAH
Double Major
(For students commencing 2005 onwards)
Course Objectives
The aims of the course are to:
· provide students with detailed training in Chinese medical theory and practice, including acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine;
· provide students with comprehensive Chinese medical skills in both acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, incorporating adjunctive approaches such as meditation, health enhancement and CM dietary modalities;
· ensure that students practise from Chinese medical theory, whilst integrating western medical information as appropriate, to ensure that graduates are safe and competent in the practice of Chinese Medicine;
· provide students with quality clinical experiences in hospitals and complementary health clinics from Year One of the program;
· provide students with the option of undertaking a clinical internship placement in an appropriate hospital settting in China or other countries; and
· provide students with opportunities for research and higher degree in Chinese Medicine on the completion of their undergraduate degree.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the course applicants must have satisfactorily completed the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), or equivalent with a study score of at least 20 in Units 3 and 4 English. It is also desirable, but not essential, that applicants have completed VCE level studies in biology, chemistry, psychology, or Asian studies.
Applicants who do not meet the normal admission requirements but who possess appropriate educational qualifications, or work experience which would enable them to successfully undertake the course, will be considered for admission.
Course Duration
The course is offered on a full-time basis over four years or part-time equivalent.
Course Location
This course if offered at the St Albans campus.
Clinical Placement
Students will be required to undergo a Victorian Police Check before commencing placement subjects. Police checks need to be conducted annually throughout the program. Prospective and continuing students should be aware that not passing relevant police checks may restrict access to clinical placements necessary for graduation. Students will be required to show evidence of a current first aid in the workplace level 2 qualification whilst enrolled in the clinical practice unit.
Teaching clinics operate 50 weeks per year, and students will be required to attend clinical sessions on a rotation basis including outside of semester hours to maintain a public service and provide continuity of patient care.
Course Structure
All students will study both Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine throughout the four years of this integrated program.
Year One
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHT1000	MAJOR CLASSICS - NEI JING	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT1001	INTRODUCTION TO CHINESE MEDICAL LITERACY	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHT1002	FUNDAMENTALS OF CHINESE MEDICINE	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553
HHT1100	INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH ENHANCEMENT	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT1101	ACUPUNCTURE POINT LOCATION 1	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
RBM1515	ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 1	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHT1005	CHINESE MEDICAL DIAGNOSIS AND PATHOGENESIS 1	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHT1007	CHINESE PHARMACOPEIA	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT1009	INTRO TO CHINESE MEDICINE CLINICAL PRACT	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553
HHT1201	ACUPUNCTURE POINT LOCATION 2	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
RBM1525	ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
RBM1910	MICROBIOLOGY FOR CHINESE MEDICINE PRACTITIONERS	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783

Year Two
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHT2003	CHINESE MEDICAL DIAGNOSIS AND PATHOGENESIS 2	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHT2009	PHARMACOPOEIA AND DISPENSING	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHT2011	CHINESE MEDICINE CLINICAL PRACTICE 1	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553
HHT2100	FORMULAE AND STRATEGIES 1	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT2104	ACUPUNCTURE NEEDLING: THEORY AND PRACTICE 1	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
RBM2911	PATHOPHYSIOLOGY 1	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHT2000	HEALTH ENHANCEMENT (YANG SHENG)	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT2200	FORMULAE AND STRATEGIES 2	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT2202	ACUPUNCTURE THEORY SYSTEMS AND METHODS	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT2203	CHINESE MEDICINE CLINICAL PRACTICE 2	16	0.1670	2	$932	$1,165	$2,075
HHT2205	ACUPUNCTURE NEEDLING: THEORY AND PRACTICE 2	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
RBM2912	PATHOPHYSIOLOGY 2	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031

Year Three
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHT3100	CHINESE MEDICAL MICRO-SYSTEMS	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT3103	CHINESE MEDICINE CLINICAL PRACTICE 3	16	0.1670	2	$932	$1,165	$2,075
HHT3104	MAJOR CLASSICS - SHANG HAN LUN & WENG BING 1	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHT3106	INTERNAL MEDICINE 1	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT3108	CHINESE MEDICINE THERAPEUTIC APPLICATIONS 1	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
RBM3921	WESTERN MEDICAL DIAGNOSIS AND INTERVENTIONS 1	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHT3003	COUNSELLING SKILLS FOR CHINESE MEDICAL PRACTICE	8	0.0830	1	$325	$407	$931
HHT3105	MAJOR CLASSICS-SHANG HAN LUN WENG BING 2	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT3203	CHINESE MEDICINE CLINICAL PRACTICE 4	16	0.1670	2	$932	$1,165	$2,075
HHT3207	INTERNAL MEDICINE 2	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT3111	CHINESE MEDICINE THERAPEUTIC APPLICATIONS 2	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
RBM3922	WESTERN MEDICAL DIAGNOSES AND INTERVENTIONS 2	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783

Year Four
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHT4002	RESEARCH METHODS FOR CHINESE MEDICINE	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT4108	CHINESE MEDICINE TRAUMATOLOGY	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT4100	CASE CONFERENCING AND CLINICAL ISSUES 1	6	0.0630	0	$247	$247	$706
HHT4101	CHINESE MEDICINE OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT4103	CHINESE MEDICINE CLINICAL INTERNSHIP 1	16	0.1670	2	$932	$1,165	$2,075
RBM4923	WESTERN MEDICAL DIAGNOSES AND INTERVENTIONS 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$)
HHT4004	PROFESSIONAL ISSUES FOR CHINESE MEDICAL PRACTICE	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT4200	CASE CONFERENCING AND CLINICAL ISSUES 2	6	0.0630	0	$247	$247	$706
HHT4201	CHINESE MEDICINE PAEDIATRICS	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT4203	CHINESE MEDICINE DERMATOLOGY	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT4204	CHINESE MEDICINE CLINICAL INTERNSHIP TWO	16	0.1670	2	$932	$1,165	$2,075
RBM4924	WESTERN MEDICAL DIAGNOSES AND INTERVENTIONS 4	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031

Graduation Requirements
In order to be awarded a Bachelor of Chinese Medicine (Acupuncture and Herbs) degree, students must pass all components of assessment and satisfactorily complete all theoretical and clinical hurdle requirements to proficiency standards as specified in Ferrigno, P. (Compiler). (2005). School of Health Sciences Chinese Medicine Clinical Logbook [CD and manual]. Melbourne: Victoria University of Technology, School of Health Sciences, CM Unit; and Mathieson, L. (Producer). (2005). School of Health Sciences Chinese Medicine Clinical Practice demo CD [CD]. Melbourne: Victoria University of Technology, School of Health Sciences, CM Unit. Students should presume that the content in those references constitutes Required Reading throughout the entire Chinese Medicine degree.
Professional Recognition
It is expected that graduates will meet the requirements of the Chinese Medicine Registration Board of Victoria and be eligible for membership of the major professional associations.

HBAT Acupuncture Stream Bachelor of Health Science - Chinese Medicine
Bachelor of Health Science - Chinese Medicine
Course Code: HBAT Acupuncture Stream
HBHE Chinese Herbal Medicine Stream
(Remaining units for continuing students only. Courses not available after 2006.)
Course Structure

Year Four
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHT4100	CASE CONFERENCING AND CLINICAL ISSUES 1	6	0.0630	0	$247	$247	$706
HHT4002	RESEARCH METHODS FOR CHINESE MEDICINE	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT4003	CHINESE MEDICAL SPECIALTIES	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHK4001	TREATMENT OF MUSCULO-SKELETAL DISORDERS	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHK4002	CHINESE MEDICAL SPECIALTIES: ACUPUNCTURE	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHK4010	CHINESE MEDICINE CLINICAL INTERNSHIP 1 - ACUPUNCTURE MAJOR	16	0.1670	2	$932	$1,165	$2,075

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHT4200	CASE CONFERENCING AND CLINICAL ISSUES 2	6	0.0630	0	$247	$247	$706
HHT4004	PROFESSIONAL ISSUES FOR CHINESE MEDICAL PRACTICE	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT4005	CHINESE MEDICINE ACUTE INTERVENTIONS	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHK4004	SCHOOLS OF THOUGHT IN ACUPUNCTURE	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHK4020	CHINESE MEDICINE CLINICAL INTERNSHIP 2 - ACUPUNCTURE MAJOR	24	0.2500	2	$1,396	$1,745	$3,106

Clinical Training
Teaching clinics usually operate 50 weeks per year, and students will be required to attend clinical sessions outside of semester hours to maintain a public service and provide continuity of patient care.
Graduation Requirements
In order to be awarded a Bachelor of Science - Chinese Medicine degree, students must pass all components of assessment and satisfactorily complete all theoretical and clinical hurdle requirements to proficiency standards as specified in Beer, S. (Ed.). (1999). Clinical Policies and Procedures Manual. Melbourne: Victoria University, School of Health Science, TCM Unit; Ferrigno, P. (Ed.). (2003). Logbook of clinical hours [CD and manual]. Melbourne: Victoria University, School of Health Sciences, TCM Unit; and Williams, V. (Ed.). (2001). Clinical Policies and Procedures Manual. Melbourne: Victoria University, School of Health Science, TCM Unit. Students should presume that the content in those references constitutes required reading throughout the entire Chinese Medicine degree.

HBCD Bachelor of Health Science - Clinical Dermal Therapies
Bachelor of Health Science - Clinical Dermal Therapies
Course Code: HBCD
(This course is currently under review.)
Course Objectives
The aims of the course are to:
· provide an opportunity for qualified Beauty Therapists to establish and develop knowledge and skills in advanced dermal therapy treatments;
· instruct appropriately qualified practitioners in safe and effective therapies to supplement their existing dermal therapies practice and enhance the health of the client;
· extend and expand interpersonal skills in relation to the demands of practice;
· examine current developments in dermal therapy, advanced dermal therapy techniques and the application of these in practice;
· develop research perspectives within the context of Clinical Dermal Therapy and Clinical Dermal Therapy practice;
· provide a pathway to Degree level for Diploma of Beauty Therapy students;
· enhance career options for those Beauty Therapists working in the field;
· establish an educational benchmark for the practice of Clinical Dermal Therapies.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the course applicants must have completed the Diploma of Beauty Therapy, or equivalent, and have a minimum of one years' work experience in the field. Applicants may be required to attend an interview. International students are eligible to apply for entry to the course.
Students will be required to undergo a Victoria Police check before commencing placement subjects. Police checks need to be conducted annually throughout the program. Prospective and continuing students should be aware that not passing relevant police checks may restrict access to clinical placements necessary for graduation.
Course Duration
The course is offered over three semesters full-time or part-time equivalent.
Course Structure
Classes are conducted over three semesters each year, one day a week.
Year One
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
APU3001	PSYCHOLOGICAL ISSUES	12	0.1250	1	$490	$612	$1,402
HHD3000	HEALTH SCIENCE 1	12	0.1670	2	$932	$1,165	$2,074
HHD3110	DERMAL TECHNIQUES 1	12	0.1670	2	$932	$1,165	$2,074

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHD3002	HEALTH SCIENCE 2	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHD3100	CLINICAL PRACTICE 1	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHD3102	RESEARCH PERSPECTIVES AND PRACTICES	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHD3220	DERMAL TECHNIQUES 2	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

Semester Three

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHD3103	NUTRITION FOR HEALTH AND WELL-BEING	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHD3104	GRADUATING SEMINAR	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHD3200	CLINICAL PRACTICE 2	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHD3330	DERMAL TECHNIQUES 3	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

Clinical Training
Teaching clinics operate 50 weeks per year, and students will be required to attend clinical sessions on a rotation basis including outside of semester hours to maintain a public service and provide continuity of patient care.
Website
www.staff.vu.edu.au/cdt
Graduation Requirements
In order to be awarded a Bachelor of Science - Clinical Dermal Therapies degree, students must pass all components of assessment where indicated and satisfactorily complete all theoretical and clinical hurdle requirements to proficiency standards as specified by local industry and government requirements.
Career Opportunities
Students will obtain knowledge and skills to equip them for professional careers in the growing field of Clinical Dermal Therapy. Graduates find career paths that allow them to perform advanced treatments such as laser on their clients and to work together with medical, paramedical and allied health professionals to enhance aesthetic outcomes in exciting areas like dermal plastic surgery and re-constructive surgery.
Professional Recognition
All graduates should be eligible for membership with the Australian Society of Dermal Clinicians.

HBDH Chinese Herb specific (Year5) Bachelor of Health Science (Chinese Medicine & Clinical Sciences)
Bachelor of Health Science (Chinese Medicine & Clinical Sciences)
Course Code: HBDH Chinese Herb specific (Year5)
(Double Major)
(Continuing students only)
Year Five
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHT1000	MAJOR CLASSICS - NEI JING	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT4100	CASE CONFERENCING AND CLINICAL ISSUES 1	6	0.0630	0	$247	$247	$706
HHT4002	RESEARCH METHODS FOR CHINESE MEDICINE	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT4108	CHINESE MEDICINE TRAUMATOLOGY	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHK4002	CHINESE MEDICAL SPECIALTIES: ACUPUNCTURE	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHK4010	CHINESE MEDICINE CLINICAL INTERNSHIP 1 - ACUPUNCTURE MAJOR	16	0.1670	2	$932	$1,165	$2,075

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHT4200	CASE CONFERENCING AND CLINICAL ISSUES 2	6	0.0630	0	$247	$247	$706
HHT4004	PROFESSIONAL ISSUES FOR CHINESE MEDICAL PRACTICE	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHT4005	CHINESE MEDICINE ACUTE INTERVENTIONS	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHK4004	SCHOOLS OF THOUGHT IN ACUPUNCTURE	6	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHK4020	CHINESE MEDICINE CLINICAL INTERNSHIP 2 - ACUPUNCTURE MAJOR	24	0.2500	2	$1,396	$1,745	$3,106

Professional Recognition
It is expected that graduates will meet the requirements of the Chinese Medicine Registration Board of Victoria and be eligible for membership of the major professional associations

HBMN (internet)/HBNL (local) Bachelor of Health Science - Natural Medicine (Conversion)
Bachelor of Health Science - Natural Medicine (Conversion)
Course Code: HBMN (internet)/HBNL (local)
(These courses are currently under review.)
Course Objectives
The aims of the course are to:
· augment skills and knowledge of health practice in relation to critical reflection and research;
· provide an education which further develops the individual's personal, professional and intellectual growth;
· enable graduates to broaden their understanding of the physical, socio-economic and psychological factors impacting upon health; and
· enable graduates to articulate into higher degree pathways.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the course applicants must have a Diploma or Advanced Diploma in natural medicine, complementary therapies; or equivalent in a related area. In addition to this, applicants would normally be expected to be practising in the field of natural medicine, complementary therapies or an equivalent related field.
Course Duration
The course is offered on a one-year full-time basis or part-time equivalent.
Course Structure
Year One
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHN0011	PHILOSOPHICAL CONCEPTS IN NATURAL MEDICINE	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHN0012	ETHICAL AND LEGAL ISSUES	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHN0013	RESEARCH SKILLS	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHN0014	DEVELOPING PHARMACOLOGICAL UNDERSTANDING IN NATURAL MEDICINE PRACTICE	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHN0021	COUNSELLING SKILLS FOR NATURAL MEDICINE PRACTITIONERS	12	0.1250	1	$490	$612	$1,402
HHN0022	PROFESSIONAL WRITING IN NATURAL MEDICINE	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHN0023	RESEARCH PROJECT	24	0.2500	2	$1,396	$1,745	$3,106

Articulation Pathways and Credit
Students who successfully complete the course will be eligible to apply for credit towards the Graduate Diploma in Western Herbal Medicine and Graduate Diploma in Complementary Medicine. In turn, completion of either of the Graduate Diplomas provides eligibility for entry to the Master of Health Science by Coursework.

HBNH Bachelor of Health Science Naturopathy & Homoeopathy
Bachelor of Health Science Naturopathy & Homoeopathy
Course Code: HBNH
(This course is currently under review.)
Course Objectives
· demonstrate the principles and practice of bodywork, naturopathy and homoeopathy;
· develop skills to an advanced level for the promotion of health and wellbeing within the Community;
· perform clinical skills to an advanced level with the use of naturopathy and homoeopathy;
· apply and demonstrate safe practices in the prescribing and the preparation of naturopathic herbal preparations;
· apply and demonstrate safe practices in the prescribing and preparation of homoeopathic preparations;
· demonstrate skills for the clinical assessment of patients and demonstrate an ability to prescribe the most appropriate form of treatment;
· recognise and refer patients to medical facilities where appropriate;
· communicate effectively within practice;
· work both autonomously and collaboratively as a professional; and
· accurately assess the health of patients after completing a thorough naturopathic or homoeopathic consultation.
Course Structure
The course is full-fee paying and comprises:
· two years in TAFE - Advanced Diploma in Naturopathy;
· integration semester - a combined summer program;
· two years Higher Education - degree conversion.
Summer School

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHH2301	UNIVERSITY SKILLS FOR NATURAL MEDICINE STUDENTS	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHH2302	IRIDOLOGY 1	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHH2303	BODYWORK THERAPIES 1	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHH2304	AROMATHERAPY	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

Year 3
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHH3100	BODYWORK THERAPIES 2	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHH3101	IRIDOLOGY 2	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHH3102	HOMOEOPATHY 1	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHH3103	PHYTOTHERAPEUTIC MATERIA MEDICA 1	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHH3104	NATUROPATHIC AND HOMEOPATHIC CLINICALS	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHH3200	HOMEOPATHY 2	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHH3201	NUTRICEUTICALS	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHH3202	COUNSELLING SKILLS FOR NATURAL MEDICINE PRACTITIONERS	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHH3203	DEVELOPING PHARMACOLOGICAL UNDERSTANDING IN NATURAL MEDICINE PRACTICE	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHH3204	VIBRATIONAL MEDICINE	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHH3205	NATUROPATHIC AND HOMOEOPATHIC INTERNSHIP 1	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031

Year 4
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHH4100	HOMOEOPATHY 3	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHH4101	RESEARCH METHODS	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHH4102	ETHICAL AND LEGAL STUDIES	8	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHH4103	PHYTOTHERAPEUTIC MATERIA MEDICA 2	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHH4104	NATUROPATHIC AND HOMEOPATHIC CLINICAL INTERNSHIP 2	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHH4200	ADVANCED NUTRITIONAL UNDERSTANDING	0	0.0000	0	$0	$0	$0
HHH4201	ADVANCED DIAGNOSIS AND SYMPTOMOLOGY FOR NATURAL MEDICINE PRACTITIONERS	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHH4202	PROFESSIONAL ISSUES	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHH4203	CURRENT RESEARCH TRENDS IN NATURAL MEDICINE	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHH4204	NATUROPATHIC AND HOMOEOPATHIC CLINICAL INTERNSHIP TWO	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553

Admission Requirements
To qualify for entry into the course students must have completed the Advanced diploma in Naturopathy or equivalent conducted by TAFE. Applicants must also have successfully completed the Victoria Certificate of Education (not more than two attempts) or the equivalent, with a pass or better in English and either Chemistry or Biology.
Mature age applicants will need to complete a supplementary information form, giving references to the applicant's life and work experience, motivation and past education record.
Students will be required to undergo a Victorian Police check before commencing placement subjects. Police checks need to be conducted annually throughout the program. Prospective and continuing students should be aware that not passing relevant police checks may restrict access to clinical placements necessary for graduation.
Course Duration
The course is offered fulltime over nine semesters with an integrated summer semester or part-time equivalent.
Clinical Training
Teaching clinics operate 50 weeks per year, and students will be required to attend clinical sessions on a rotation basis including outside of semester hours to maintain a public service and provide continuity of patient care.
Graduation Requirements
In order to be awarded a Bachelor of Science - Naturopathy & Homoeopathy degree, students must pass all components of assessment where indicated and satisfactorily complete all theoretical and clinical hurdle requirements to proficiency standards as specified in Williams, V. (Ed.). (2005). Clinical Policies and Procedures Manual. Melbourne: Victoria University, School of Health Science, CIMU. Students should presume that the contents in this reference constitute Required Reading throughout the entire Naturopathy & Homoeopathy degree.

HBOS Bachelor of Science - Clinical Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Sciences
Course Code: HBOS
(Subject to approval by the Osteopaths Registration Board)
Course Objectives
The aims of the course are to:
· prepare graduates for entry into the Master of Health Science - Osteopathy. Upon completion of the Masters degree, a graduate will be eligible to apply for registration as an osteopath;
· provide an education which contributes to the individual's personal, professional and intellectual growth;
· provide an education which contributes to the preparation of competent primary health care practitioners who, upon graduation from the Masters degree, are able to: apply osteopathic principles to formulate and prescribe suitable and safe management of patients; assess the health status of the patient, including physical, socio-economic and psychological factors; communicate with the patient and interact with other health care providers and advisers for the benefit of the patient.
· prepare graduates for entry into the Master of Health Science - Osteopathy. Upon completion of the Masters degree, a graduate will be eligible to apply for registration as an osteopath;
· provide an education which contributes to the individual's personal, professional and intellectual growth;
· provide an education which contributes to the preparation of competent primary health care practitioners who, upon graduation from the Masters degree, are able to:
- apply osteopathic principles to formulate and prescribe suitable and safe management of patients;
- assess the health status of the patient, including physical, socio-economic and psychological factors;
· communicate with the patient and interact with other health
care providers and advisers for the benefit of the patient.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the course applicants must have completed the Victorian Certificate of Education (after not more than two attempts), or equivalent, Units 3 and 4 in Chemistry and one of Physics or Mathematics (any), with a study score of at least 20 in English. Applicants over the age of 21 who have not attempted an approved year 12 course in the three years prior to application may apply to enter the course but are still required to meet the prerequisite study hurdles.
Students will be required to undergo a Victoria Police check before commencing placement subjects. Police checks need to be conducted annually throughout the program. Prospective and continuing students should be aware that not passing relevant police checks may restrict access to clinical placements necessary for graduation.
Course Structure
Year One
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHA1171	ANATOMY 1	12	0.1250	3	$817	$1,021	$2,043
HHO1171	OSTEOPATHIC SCIENCE 1	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHP1171	PHYSIOLOGY 1	12	0.0630	2	$351	$439	$782
HHU1171	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 1	12	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
RMS1171	BIOCHEMISTRY 1 (OSTEOPATHY)	12	0.0630	2	$351	$439	$782
RBF1170

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHA1272	ANATOMY 2	12	0.1250	3	$817	$1,021	$2,043
HHD1271	CLINICAL DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT 1	12	0.0630	2	$351	$439	$782
HHO1272	OSTEOPATHIC SCIENCE 2	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553
HHU1272	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 2	12	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHY1271	PATHOLOGY 1	12	0.0630	2	$351	$439	$782
RMS1272	BIOCHEMISTRY (OSTEOPATHY) 2	12	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783

Year Two
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHA2173	ANATOMY 3	12	0.0830	3	$542	$678	$1,356
HHC2171	BIOMECHANICS 1	12	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHD2172	CLINICAL DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT 2	12	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHO2173	OSTEOPATHIC SCIENCE 3	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHP2172	PHYSIOLOGY 2	12	0.0630	2	$351	$439	$782
HHU2173	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 3	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHY2172	PATHOLOGY 2	12	0.0630	2	$351	$439	$782

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHA2274	ANATOMY 4	12	0.0830	3	$542	$678	$1,356
HHC2272	BIOMECHANICS 2	12	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHD2273	CLINICAL DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT	12	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHO2274	OSTEOPATHIC SCIENCE 4	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHP2273	PHYSIOLOGY 3	12	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHU2274	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 4	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHY2273	PATHOLOGY 3	12	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783

Year Three (old structure: continuing students)
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHC3173	BIOMECHANICS 3	12	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHD3174	CLINICAL DIAGNOSIS & MANAGEMENT 4 CLINICAL DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT 3	12	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHO3175	OSTEOPATHIC SCIENCE 5	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHP3174	PHYSIOLOGY 4	12	0.0630	2	$351	$439	$782
HHS3171	PSYCHOLOGY AND SOCIAL SCIENCES 1	12	0.0630	1	$246	$308	$706
HHU3175	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 5	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHY3174	PATHOLOGY 4	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHA3275	ANATOMY 5	12	0.0630	3	$411	$514	$1,029
HHC3274	BIOMECHANICS 4	12	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHD3270	PROFESSIONAL ETHICS	12	0.0830	1	$325	$406	$931
HHO3276	OSTEOPATHIC SCIENCE 6	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHP3275	PHYSIOLOGY 5	12	0.0630	2	$352	$440	$783
HHS3272	PSYCHOLOGY AND SOCIAL SCIENCES 2	12	0.0630	1	$247	$309	$707
HHU3276	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 6	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031

*Total Semester Hours for Unit
Check subject details with course co-ordinator.
Clinical Training
For registration as an Osteopath, students must have completed the minimum clinical subject attendance requirements over the combined Bachelor of Science - Clinical Sciences and Master of Health Science - Osteopathy courses. Completion of the Bachelor of Science - Clinical Sciences course alone does not make graduates eligible for registration as Osteopaths.
Teaching clinics operate 50 weeks per year, and students will be required to attend clinical sessions on a rotation basis including outside of semester hours to maintain a public service and provide continuity of patient care.
Clinic Website
www.omc.org.au
School Regulations
The following should be read in conjunction with the Faculty Regulations detailed earlier in this Handbook, and the University Statutes and Regulations.
Disciplinary FailURE
A student who has been awarded a fail in a subject on disciplinary grounds, e.g. for cheating, may not enrol in any further subjects in any major sequence of which the subject forms a part without the permission of the Faculty Progress Committee.
Graduation Requirements
In order to be awarded a Bachelor of Science - Clinical Sciences, students must complete the hurdle clinical requirements.
Career Opportunities
Students will obtain knowledge and skills to equip them for professional careers as osteopaths in today's international market.
Professional Recognition
All graduates will be eligible for registration with the Osteopaths Registration Board of Victoria, and for registration as an osteopath in all other Australian states by mutual recognition with the Osteopaths Registration Board. Registered Osteopaths are also eligible for membership with other professional associations.

HBPA Bachelor of Health Science - Paramedic (ONE-year Conversion)
Bachelor of Health Science - Paramedic (ONE-year Conversion)
Course Code: HBPA
(This course is currently under review.)
Course Objectives
The aims of the course are to:
· provide a route to a degree qualification in paramedic practice for qualified paramedics who currently hold an Associate Diploma or equivalent;
· enhance the knowledge and skills of paramedics enabling them to function more effectively in their current practice;
· provide opportunities for paramedic practitioners to explore practice behaviours and attitudes in light of contemporary multicultural and multidisciplinary environments;
· stimulate paramedic practitioners to use problem solving skills when planning and implementing prehospital emergency care;
· produce graduate paramedics who can apply a research approach relevant to present practice;
· produce graduates who can examine current developments in paramedic practice and their implications for paramedics and paramedicine.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the course applicants must:
· have an Associate Diploma of Health Science (Ambulance Officer), Diploma of Health Science (Paramedic), or equivalent; or
· be eligible for registration as a paramedic by the relevant body within the applicant's state or country of residence; and
· have a minimum of one-year post-qualification experience.
Course Duration
The course is offered over one year on a full-time basis or part-time equivalent, as demand requires.
The course is offered on a full-time basis or part-time equivalent and is conducted completely via distance education using online teaching methodologies.
Course Structure
Year One
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HFB3111	PROFESSIONAL BASIS OF PARAMEDIC PRACTICE 1	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HFB3222	INTEGRATION OF PARAMEDIC PRACTICE 2	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HFB3301	ISSUES IN PREHOSPITAL HEALTH SERVICE DELIVERY	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HFB3401	PREHOSPITAL ETHICAL AND LEGAL ISSUES	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HFB3122	PROFESSIONAL BASIS OF PARAMEDIC PRACTICE 2	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HFB3211	INTEGRATION OF PARAMEDIC PRACTICE 1	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HFB3501	RESEARCH IN PARAMEDIC PRACTICE	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

Elective 12 3
General Electives
Student may choose an elective from any other higher education course offered by the University, subject to the approval of the Course Co-ordinator. Elective contact hours may be greater than three contact hours.
Recognition of Prior Learning/Credits/Units of Study Exemptions Students are required to complete eight subjects to satisfy course requirements. No recognition of prior learning is permissible.
Course Regulations
The following should be read in conjunction with the Faculty Regulations detailed earlier in this Handbook, and the University Statutes and Regulations.
Unsatisfactory Progress
Students may be asked to show cause why they should not be excluded from the course if they fail to complete the course within three calendar years full-time or six years part-time.

HGCM Graduate Diploma in Clinical Chinese Medicine
Graduate Diploma in Clinical Chinese Medicine
Course Code: HGCM
Course Objectives
The aims of the course are to:
· provide an opportunity for students to revise and consolidate their clinical knowledge in Chinese Medicine;
· develop and extend students' existing clinical experience;
· further students' knowledge of research design and methodology; and
· further students' knowledge of and skills in health counselling.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the course applicants must have successfully completed a three year Diploma in either Acupuncture or Chinese Herbal Medicine (including the relevant biomedical sciences) from a formal Chinese Medicine program; or equivalent.
Course Duration
The course is offered over one year on a full-time or part-time equivalent.
Course Structure
Students will complete 5 core subjects and will choose either Acupuncture or Chinese Herbal Medicine as their specialisation.
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHR0001
HHT5001	ADVANCED CHINESE MEDICINE CLINICAL PRACTICE 1	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

plus Chinese Herbal Medicine Stream Units
Chinese Herbal Medicine Stream

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHI5001
RFB5115	CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY & PATHOLOGY FOR CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553

or
Acupuncture Stream Units

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHK5001	SPORTS & MUSCULO-SKELETAL MEDICINE FOR ACUPUNCTURISTS	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
RBM5125

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHT5002	RESEARCH PROJECT	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHT5003	COUNSELLING SKILLS FOR CHINESE MEDICINE PRACTICE	12	0.1250	1	$490	$612	$1,402
HHT5004	ADVANCED CHINESE MEDICINE CLINICAL PRACTICE 2	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

plus either Chinese Herbal Medicine Stream Unit
Chinese Herbal Medicine Stream

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHI5002

or
Acupuncture Stream Unit

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHK5002	GYNAECOLOGY AND OBSTETRICS FOR ACUPUNCTURISTS	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

HGCT Graduate Diploma in Complementary Therapies
Graduate Diploma in Complementary Therapies
Course Code: HGCT
(This course is currently under review.)
Course Objectives
The course aims to provide students with the opportunity to:
· explore a range of conceptual and practical approaches to health and healing;
· develop innovative approaches to assisting individuals and groups in the healing process;
· develop skills in planning, implementing and evaluating complementary medicine and healing therapies;
· develop competence in a range of complementary medicine and healing therapies; and
· critically appraise a range of complementary medicine and healing therapies.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the course applicants must hold an undergraduate degree, or equivalent qualification, in health, social sciences or education.
Applicants who, in pursuit of their occupation, or by other means recognised and approved by the School, can demonstrate their ability to undertake successful study at a postgraduate level may also apply for entry to the course.
Course Duration
The course is offered over two years on a part-time basis. Full-time study may be available depending on demand.
Course Structure
Year One
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHG5115	PHILOSOPHICAL CONCEPTS OF HEALING	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553
HHG5125	THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF HEALING 1	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHG5135	HEALING 1: COLOUR, SOUND AND MOVEMENT	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553
HHG5145	THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF HEALING 2	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553

Year Two
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHG5245	HEALING 2: TACTILE THERAPIES	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553
HHR0001

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHG5255	HEALING 3: APPROACHES TO HEALING SKILLS	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553
HHG5265	RESEARCH PROJECT	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553

HGPC Graduate Diploma in Prepared Chinese Medicines
Graduate Diploma in Prepared Chinese Medicines
Course Code: HGPC
Course Objectives
The course aims to:
· provide an opportunity for qualified Acupuncturists to establish and develop knowledge and skills in Chinese Herbal Medicine (CHM); and
· make available to qualified Acupuncturists a safe and effective adjunctive therapy to their practice of Acupuncture.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission applicants must hold a degree, or equivalent qualification, in Traditional Chinese Acupuncture, deemed appropriate by the School of Health Sciences.
Some applicants may be required to undertake a bridging course in academic skills.
Course Duration
The course is offered over one year on a full-time basis or part-time equivalent.
Course Structure
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHH5105	INTRODUCTION TO CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHH5115	CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY FOR HERBAL MEDICINE	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHH5125	FORMULAS AND STRATEGIES (PCM) 1	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHH5135	FORMULAS AND STRATEGIES (PCM) 2	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHH5225	FORMULAS AND STRATEGIES (PCM) 3	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHH5235	CLINICAL SPECIALITIES (PCM)	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HHH5245	PCM CLINICAL PRACTICUM	12	0.2500	2	$1,395	$1,744	$3,105

HMHM Master of Health Science (by Minor Thesis)
Master of Health Science (by Minor Thesis)
Course Code: HMHM
This course will appeal to health practitioners from a variety of disciplines who have a desire to further studies via a minor thesis in their particular area of practice.
These areas may include:
· Ambulance Services;
· Community Health;
· Emergency Services;
· Health Sciences;
· Mental Health Workers;
· Paramedic Sciences;
· Sociology of Health;
· Tactile Therapies;
· Culture Issues in Health;
· Gerontology - Aged Care Services; and
Women's Health.
Course Objectives
The aims of the course are to:
· provide opportunities for students to extend their knowledge and enable ongoing critical analysis of primary health care;
· encourage students' further investigation and reflection in a specific area of professional interest; and
· enhance students' ability to apply research knowledge in a collegial environment.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the course applicants must have satisfactorily completed, at an average grade level of second class honours (H2), a Graduate Diploma in Health Sciences, or equivalent, as approved by the School of Health Sciences.
Course Duration
The course is offered over one year on a full-time basis or part-time equivalent.
Course Structure
Semester One
Full-time

		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
HHT1127	MINOR THESIS - FULLTIME	12	0.3330	2	$1,864	$2,330	$4,148

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHT1137	MINOR THESIS - FULLTIME	12	0.5000	2	$2,791	$3,489	$6,211

Part-time

		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
HHT1147	MINOR THESIS - PART-TIME	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHT1157	MINOR THESIS (PART-TIME)	12	0.2500	0	$980	$980	$2,802
HHT1158	MINOR THESIS PART-TIME	12	0.2500	0	$980	$980	$2,802
HHT1159	MINOR THESIS E PART-TIME	12	0.2500	0	$980	$980	$2,802

HMOS Master of Health Science - Osteopathy
Master of Health Science - Osteopathy
Course Code: HMOS
Course Objectives
The aims of this course are to equip graduates with:
· the diagnostic skills required by a primary health care practitioner;
· the ability to assess the health status of the patient, including physical, socio-economic and psychological aspects;
· the ability to formulate and prescribe a suitable and safe treatment program;
· skills in a full range of osteopathic techniques;
· an awareness of the application of osteopathic principles relevant to patient management;
· the ability to interact with other health care providers and advisers for the benefit of the patient, including an awareness of the need to gain informed consent;
· communication skills related to the patient and other persons, to maintain inter-professional co-operation and respect;
· an awareness of the cost effectiveness of osteopathic treatment;
· an awareness of the support systems that are available and an ability to take part in a multi-practitioner research program;
· an awareness of the need for continuing self education;
· clinical proficiency and an ability to manage all aspects of osteopathic patient care; and
· an awareness of their professional and personal responsibilities and an ability to effectively organise and manage their working environment.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the course applicants must have satisfactorily completed the Bachelor of Science - Clinical Sciences, or equivalent.
Students will be required to undergo a Victoria Police check before commencing clinical placement units. Police checks need to be conducted annually throughout the programme. Prospective and continuing students should be aware that not passing relevant police checks may restrict access to clinical placements necessary for graduation.
At the commencement of the course students must complete the Level 2 First Aid Certificate update.
Course Duration
The course is offered over two years on a full-time basis.
Course Structure
Year One
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHD4185	CLINICAL DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT 5	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553
HHL4181	RESEARCH 1	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553
HHO4187	OSTEOPATHIC SCIENCE 7	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHS4183	PSYCHOLOGY AND SOCIAL SCIENCE 3	12	0.0830	1	$325	$407	$931
HHU4187	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 7	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHD4286	CLINICAL DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT 6	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553
HHL4282	RESEARCH 2	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553
HHO4288	OSTEOPATHIC SCIENCE 8	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHU4288	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 8	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031
HHY4285	PATHOLOGY 5	12	0.0830	2	$463	$579	$1,031

Year Two
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHD5187	CLINICAL DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT 7	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553
HHL5183	RESEARCH 3	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553
HHO5189	OSTEOPATHIC SCIENCE 9	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553
HHU5189	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 9	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HHD5288	CLINICAL DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT 8	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553
HHL5284	RESEARCH 4	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553
HHO5280	OSTEOPATHIC SCIENCE 10	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553
HHU5280	CLINICAL PRACTICUM 10	12	0.1250	2	$698	$872	$1,553

*Total Semester Hours for Unit
Check subject details with course co-ordinator.
Clinical Practicum
Clinical practicum is direct student/patient contact supervised by registered osteopaths and medical practitioners. In order to register as an osteopath, students must complete the minimum attendance requirements for clinical units over the full five years of the combined Bachelor of Science-Clinical Sciences and Master of Health Science-Osteopathy courses. This will be achieved cumulatively by an increasing commitment of time to clinically based learning as students progress through the course and their clinical skills increase. Clinical practicum during the Master degree consists of 324 hours in year one and 412 hours in year two (including holiday hours and external placement).
As the teaching clinics are required to operate 50 weeks per year, in order to maintain a public service and provide essential continuity of patient care, students will be expected to supplement any deficit in clinical practicum hours outside semester hours. The arrangement of clinical hours will be flexible and may vary from year to year dependent upon resources, patient availability and student development.
During the clinical practicum students will develop and enhance the following skills within the supervised clinical setting: interpersonal and communication skills; history taking; general observation; clinical methods; general medical and osteopathic examination; data analysis and interpretation; pathological diagnosis; radiological diagnosis; special investigations; osteopathic treatment and management; and professional behaviour and ethics.
Professional Recognition
Registration and regulation of osteopaths is a function of State Registration Boards in a similar way to the regulation of other health professions such as medicine and dentistry. Graduates of this course will be eligible to apply to be registered as osteopaths in Victoria. The course also has the support of the Australian College of Physical Medicine.

HRNS Master of Health Science (by Research)
Master of Health Science (by Research)
Course Code: HRNS
The School of Health Sciences offers the Master of Health Science (by Research). Staff are able to supervise research projects in a broad range of health and related areas, some of which are listed below. It is suggested that applicants explore their research interests with the Course Co-ordinator and contact with appropriate staff will be facilitated. A thesis on an approved topic will be required.
Areas of Specialisation
· Acupuncture;
· Ambulance Services;
· Chinese Herbal Medicine;
· Clinical Practice;
· Complementary Therapies;
· Cultural Issues and Health;
· Emergency Services;
· Health Administration;
· Health Counselling;
· Health Education;
· Natural Medicine;
· Osteopathic Medicine;
· Rehabilitation;
· Traditional Chinese Medicine;
· Western Herbal Medicine;
· Women's Health.
Course Duration
The course normally requires two years of full-time study or part-time equivalent.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the Master of Health Science (by Research) applicants must hold a degree in health science, or a related area, or equivalent, as approved by the School of Health Sciences.
Degree Requirements
The research thesis must be original work conducted under the supervision of the student advisor/s and with the approval of the Postgraduate Studies Committee of the University.
The thesis of the candidate will be examined externally by examiners of high academic standing in the area of the candidate's thesis topic.
Coursework may be required of candidates to further enhance the knowledge of a specific topic relevant to the field of study. Such coursework would run concurrent to the research.

HXPA Bachelor of Health Science - Paramedic (three-year Pre-service)
Bachelor of Health Science - Paramedic (three-year Pre-service)
Course Code: HXPA
(This course is currently under review.)
Course Objectives
The aims of this course are to produce graduates who can:
· identify, evaluate and manage the physical, psychological and social needs of patients and members of the community undergoing paramedic assessment, treatment and transport, and apply problem solving skills when planning and implementing out-of-hospital care;
· perform paramedic skills and techniques within paramedic protocols and apply paramedic knowledge necessary for safe, efficient and effective practice within paramedic environments;
· interpret the paramedic needs of patients and members of the community within a holistic framework and apply an integrated holistic approach in paramedic practice;
· perform effectively and safely as an independent person and as a member of a health care team in paramedic environments;
· be sensitive to contemporary issues within socially and culturally diverse communities and predict and respond effectively to such issues when providing paramedic practice;
· examine current research and developments in paramedic practice and evaluate their implications for paramedics and the profession.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the course applicants must normally have successfully completed the Victoria Certificate of Education (VCE), with Units 3 and 4 and a study score of at least 20 in English, or equivalent. Preference will be given to applicants who have successfully completed biology, physics or mathematics.
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.
Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Health Science degree will be required to produce a current Victorian drivers' licence, and undergo a Victorian Police Check, a medical check and a physical capacity test before commencing placement subjects. Police checks need to be conducted annually throughout the program. Prospective and continuing students should be aware that not passing relevant police checks may restrict access to clinical placements necessary for graduation.
Course Duration
The course is offered on a full-time basis or part-time equivalent for Years One and Two only, and part-time only for Year Three. Clinical placements will be facilitated to suit individual needs of international students.
Course Structure
Year One
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HFB1101	FUNDAMENTALS OF PARAMEDICINE 1	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HFB1102	PARAMEDIC SCIENCES 1	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HFB1801	OUT-OF-HOSPITAL PRACTICE	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HFB1802	PREHOSPITAL CLINICAL	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HFB1203	PARAMEDIC PRACTICE 1	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HFB1204	PARAMEDIC CLINICAL 1	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HFB1205	FUNDAMENTALS OF PARAMEDICINE 2	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HFB1206	PARAMEDIC SCIENCES 2	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

Year Two
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HFB2100	PARAMEDIC PRACTICE 2	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HFB2101	PARAMEDIC CLINICAL 2	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HFB2102	FUNDAMENTALS OF PARAMEDICINE 3	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HFB2103	PARAMEDIC SCIENCES 3	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HFB2204	PARAMEDIC PRACTICE 3	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HFB2205	PARAMEDICAL INTERNSHIP	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HFB2206	FUNDAMENTALS OF PARAMEDICINE 4	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HFB2207	PARAMEDIC SCIENCES 4	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

Year Three (Part-time only)
Semester One

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HFB3111	PROFESSIONAL BASIS OF PARAMEDIC PRACTICE 1	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HFB3301	ISSUES IN PREHOSPITAL HEALTH SERVICE DELIVERY	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

Semester Two

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HFB3122	PROFESSIONAL BASIS OF PARAMEDIC PRACTICE 2	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552
HFB3211	INTEGRATION OF PARAMEDIC PRACTICE 1	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

Semester Three

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HFB3401	PREHOSPITAL ETHICAL AND LEGAL ISSUES	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

Elective A 12 3
Semester Four

		Credit Point	EFTSL	SC Band	Pre 2005 (AU$)	From 2005 (AU$)	Full Fee (AU$)
HFB3501	RESEARCH IN PARAMEDIC PRACTICE	12	0.1250	2	$697	$872	$1,552

Elective B 12 3
General Electives
Students may choose electives from any other higher education courses offered by the University, subjects to the approval of the Course Co-ordinator, Elective contact hours may be greater than three contact hours.
Course Regulations
The following should be read in conjunction with the Faculty Regulations detailed earlier in this handbook, and the University Statutes and Regulations.
Unsatisfactory Progress
Students may be asked to show cause why they should not be excluded from the course if they fail to complete the course within seven calendar years on a full-time basis or part-time equivalent.
Graduate Requirements
In order to be awarded the degree Bachelor of Health Science-Paramedic, students must attain proficiency standard as stipulated by local industry guidelines in all paramedic practical assessments and must obtain an Upgraded Pass in all practical subjects. In order to be enrolled in Year Three, students must have successfully completed Years One and Two, or equivalent.
Career Opportunities
Students will obtain skills, knowledge and personal attributes necessary for employment in an ambulance service. The skills, knowledge and attributes should also provide graduates with a competitive advantage for selection and promotion in the paramedicine career pathways
Professional Recognition
All graduates are eligible to apply for membership of the Australian college of Ambulance Professionals.

XXXX Bachelor of Health Science - Chinese Medicine with Honours
Bachelor of Health Science - Chinese Medicine with Honours
To graduate with honours a student must:
(a) maintain grades of distinction 'D' or above in all graded subjects throughout 2nd, 3rd and 4th year of the program; and
(b) have satisfactory reports from all clinical teachers and supervisors throughout the four years of the program.
Articulation Pathways
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Health Science - Chinese Medicine allows direct articulation to various Graduate Diplomas and the Master of Health Science. Further articulation is then possible to the Doctor of Philosophy in Chinese Medicine.

Subjects

HFB1101 FUNDAMENTALS OF PARAMEDICINE 1
CampusSt Albans, Online
Prerequisite(s) Nil
Content This subject introduces the fundamentals of paramedicine. Students are introduced to the anatomical, physiological, biochemical, and pathophysiological basis of care from paramedic perspectives. Analysis of cell structures, types and groups culminates in examinations of the musculoskeletal and integumentary systems. Brief pathophysiological details from a limited range of acute and chronic conditions encountered by paramedics are also included. Topics studied in this subject may be interchangeable with those in HFB1205 Fundamentals of Paramedicine 2, HFB2101 Fundamentals of Paramedicine 3 and HFB2206 Fundamentals of Paramedicine 4. Topics will be related directly to paramedic care.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website dingo.vu.edu.au/~paramedics
Subject Hours Four hours per week for one semester or equivalent, comprising lectures, tutorials, practical sessions and computer-based self-directed learning activities.
Assessment Online test given in two parts (20%); essay (1200 words) (30%); written examination (50%). To obtain at least a Pass in the subject, normally all components of assessment must be attempted and passed. Failed assessment items (online test and essay) may be re-attempted and resubmitted once only. Maximum possible marks to be obtained on any resubmission will be 50%. Where the final examination is failed, a supplementary examination will be offered. The maximum possible mark on the supplementary examination will be 50%.

HFB1102 PARAMEDIC SCIENCES 1
CampusSt Albans, Online
Prerequisite(s) Nil
Content This subject is concerned with developing the students' understanding of the sciences underpinning paramedic practice. An introduction to microbiology and pharmacology related to paramedic practice provides the theoretical explanations for specific paramedic practices taught in later subjects. Pharmacological concepts such as route of administration, distribution, metabolism and excretion of drugs are introduced and developed with specific reference to paramedic practice. Topics studied in this subject may be interchangeable with those in HFB1206 Paramedic Sciences 2, HFB2101 Paramedic Sciences 3 and HFB2207 Paramedic Sciences 4.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website dingo.vu.edu.au/~paramedics
Subject Hours Four hours per week for one semester or equivalent, comprising lectures, tutorials, practical sessions and computer-based self-directed learning activities.
Assessment Weekly online or workbook activities including one online test (Microbiology and Pharmacology combined) (30%); media review (1000 words) (20%); final written examination (50%). To obtain at least a Pass in the subject, normally all components of assessment must be attempted and passed. Failed assessment items (weekly activities and media review) may be re-attempted and resubmitted once only. Maximum possible marks to be obtained on any resubmission will be 50%. Where the final examination is failed, a supplementary examination will be offered. The maximum possible mark on the supplementary examination will be 50%.

HFB1203 PARAMEDIC PRACTICE 1
CampusSt Albans
Prerequisite(s) HFB1801 Out of Hospital Practice and HFB1802 Prehospital Clinical 1; or equivalents.
Corequisite(s) HFB1204 Paramedic Clinical 1; or equivalent.
Content This subject builds on HFB1801 Out of Hospital Practice and continues to develop the students' understanding and practice of paramedic emergency management. A problem-oriented approach extends students' paramedic knowledge and introduces paramedic protocols and practice requirements of individualizing patient care. Skill development is introduced and specifically integrated into particular paramedic medical and surgical case studies that highlight the nervous, respiratory, cardiovascular, and endocrine systems. Basic principles of applied clinical pharmacology, e.g., drug administration, and basic electrocardiology and interpretation and an introduction to advanced life support procedures including manual defibrillation are also included. Topics in this subject may be interchanged with HFB2100 Paramedic Practice 2 and HFB2204 Paramedic Practice 3.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website dingo.vu.edu.au/~paramedics
Subject Hours Six hours per week for one semester or equivalent, comprising lectures, tutorials, practical sessions and self-directed learning activities.
Assessment Proficiency multi-station practical and theory examination (pass/fail) (hurdle requirement); portfolio (50%); final examination (50%). To obtain an Ungraded Pass in the subject, normally all components of assessment must be attempted and passed. Failed assessment items (multi-station examination and portfolio) may be re-attempted and resubmitted once only. Proficiency standard must be obtained on any re-attempted multi-station examination. Maximum possible marks to be obtained on resubmission of the portfolio will be 50%. Where the final examination is failed, a supplementary examination will be offered. The maximum possible mark on the supplementary examination will be 50%. This subject is a hurdle requirement.

HFB1204 PARAMEDIC CLINICAL 1
CampusSt Albans, Off Campus
Prerequisite(s) HFB1801 Out of Hospital Practice and HFB1802 Prehospital Clinical; or equivalents.
Corequisite(s) HFB1203 Paramedic Practice 1; or equivalent.
Content This subject is designed to facilitate the application of theory and skills presented in HFB1203 Paramedic Practice 1. Students participate in the delivery of health care initially in classroom laboratory settings and later in selected clinical settings. The clinical focus is on developing skills of assessment and care of people who require acute emergency medical and surgical care. Routes of medication administration are included and the nervous, respiratory, cardiovascular, and endocrine systems are presented in greater detail.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website dingo.vu.edu.au/~paramedics
Subject Hours A minimum of ten hours per week for one semester or equivalent, comprising at least sixty hours clinical placement in the semester (hurdle requirement), lectures, tutorials, practical sessions and self-directed learning activities. Clinical placement needs to be flexible pending available clinical positions in hospitals, other medical facilities and ambulance services. Where possible, students will be notified at the beginning of the semester of their clinical arrangements.
Assessment To obtain an Ungraded Pass, students must successfully complete the proficiency multi-station practical and theory examination (pass/fail) (hurdle requirement); reflective journal (maximum 1500 words); four case studies; clinical log book; overall satisfactory appraisal from all placements (hurdle requirement). This subject is a hurdle requirement.

HFB1205 FUNDAMENTALS OF PARAMEDICINE 2
CampusSt Albans, Online
Prerequisite(s) HFB1101 Fundamentals of Paramedicine 1; or equivalent.
Content This subject continues the topics presented in HFB1101 Fundamentals of Paramedicine 1 and introduces examinations of the anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology of the nervous, respiratory, cardiovascular and endocrine systems. Function is explored in detail from discrete, interactive and holistic perspectives. Topics studied in this subject may be interchanged with those in HFB1101 Fundamentals of Paramedicine 1, HFB2102 Fundamentals of Paramedicine 3 and HFB2206 Fundamentals of Paramedicine 4. Topics will be related directly to paramedic care of the emergency patient.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website dingo.vu.edu.au/~paramedics
Subject Hours Four hours per week for one semester or equivalent, comprising lectures, tutorials, practical sessions and computer-based self-directed learning activities.
Assessment Online test given in two parts (20%); essay (1500 words) (30%); written examination (50%). To obtain at least a Pass in the subject, normally all components of assessment must be attempted and passed. Failed assessment items (online test and essay) may be re-attempted and resubmitted once only. Maximum possible marks to be obtained on any resubmission will be 50%. Where the final examination is failed, a supplementary examination will be offered. The maximum possible mark on the supplementary examination will be 50%.

HFB1206 PARAMEDIC SCIENCES 2
CampusSt Albans, Online
Prerequisite(s) HFB1102 Paramedic Sciences 1; or equivalent.
Content This subject presents the pharmacological aspects of dysfunction in the nervous, respiratory, cardiovascular and gastro-intestinal systems and relates those aspects to paramedic practice and out-of-hospital settings. The concept of host microbe interactions in microbiology introduces students to the body's defense systems and principles of disease and epidemiology. Topics studied in this subject may be interchangeable with those in HFB1102 Paramedic Sciences 1, HFB2103 Paramedic Sciences 3 and HFB2207 Paramedic Sciences 4. Topics will be related directly to paramedic care.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website dingo.vu.edu.au/~paramedics
Subject Hours Four hours per week for one semester or equivalent, comprising lectures, tutorials, practical sessions and computer-based self-directed learning activities.
Assessment Weekly workbook or online activities including one online test (Microbiology and Pharmacology combined) (30%); online test (20%); final written examination (50%). To obtain at least a Pass in the subject, normally all components of assessment must be attempted and passed. Failed assessment items (weekly activities and online test) may be re-attempted and resubmitted once only. Maximum possible marks to be obtained on any resubmission will be 50%. Where the final examination is failed, a supplementary examination will be offered. The maximum possible mark on the supplementary examination will be 50%.

HFB1801 OUT-OF-HOSPITAL PRACTICE
CampusSt Albans, Off Campus
Prerequisite(s) Nil
Corequisite(s) HFB1802 Prehospital Clinical; or equivalent.
Content This subject introduces students to out-of-hospital care and the paramedic profession. The subject is divided into three areas. The first area introduces modes of paramedic and out-of-hospital emergency and non-emergency practice. Ambulance operations including written communications in paramedicine, occupational health and safety issues, and an introduction to aspects of law and ethics are presented. The second area introduces paramedic diagnostics, emergency and non-emergency examinations, basic life support, and elementary management at a systems level of various medical and surgical conditions. The third area introduces trauma and its effects on the body. Throughout the subject, a problem-based learning model is used to promote development of critical thinking and individualized care is emphasized through assessment of patient priorities and care of their families.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website dingo.vu.edu.au/~paramedics
Subject Hours Six hours per week for one semester or equivalent, comprising lectures, tutorials, practical sessions and self-directed learning activities.
Assessment Mid semester test (10%) (pass/fail) (hurdle requirement); proficiency multi-station practical and theory examination (pass/fail) (hurdle requirement) (40%); written examination (50%). To obtain an Ungraded Pass in the subject, normally all components of assessment must be attempted and passed. Failed assessment items (mid semester test and multi-station examination) may be re-attempted once only. Proficiency standards must be obtained on any re-attempted mid semester test and multi-station examination. Where the final examination is failed, a supplementary examination will be offered. The maximum possible mark on the supplementary examination will be 50%. This subject is a hurdle requirement.

HFB1802 PREHOSPITAL CLINICAL
CampusSt Albans, Off Campus
Prerequisite(s) Nil
Corequisite(s) HFB1801 Out of Hospital Practice; or equivalent.
Content This subject is designed to facilitate the application of theory and skills presented in HFB1801 Out of Hospital Practice. Students will participate in the delivery of health care in classroom laboratory settings and in selected clinical settings. The clinical focus is on developing skills related to assessment and care of people requiring elementary medical and surgical care, transport and prehospital attention.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website dingo.vu.edu.au/~paramedics
Subject Hours A minimum of ten (10) hours per week for one semester or equivalent, comprising at least forty (40) hours clinical placement in the semester (hurdle requirement), lectures, tutorials, practical sessions and self-directed learning activities. Clinical placement needs to be flexible pending available clinical positions in hospitals, other medical facilities and ambulance services. Where possible, students will be notified at the beginning of the semester of their clinical arrangements.
Assessment To obtain an Ungraded Pass, students must successfully complete the proficiency multi-station practical and theory examination (pass/fail) (hurdle requirement); reflective journal (maximum 1500 words); four case studies; clinical log book; overall satisfactory appraisal from all placements (hurdle requirement). This subject is a hurdle requirement.

HFB2100 PARAMEDIC PRACTICE 2
CampusSt Albans, Off Campus
Prerequisite(s) HFB1203 Paramedic Practice 1; or equivalent.
Corequisite(s) HFB2101 Paramedic Clinical 2; or equivalent.
Content This subject continues to develop the students' understanding and practice of paramedic emergency management. A problem-oriented approach emphasizing application of knowledge guides students in trauma management and systems, environmental emergencies, introductory aeromedicine and major incident responses within specific medical specialties and out-of-hospital emergencies. Topics in applied clinical pharmacology will reinforce paramedic emergency management of patients at home and during emergency medical transport. To build individual and team skills and strengthen the awareness for individualized care, students will work with other students to provide supervised student mentoring. Topics in this subject may be interchanged with HFB1203 Paramedic Practice 1 and HFB2204 Paramedic Practice 4.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website dingo.vu.edu.au/~paramedics
Subject Hours Six hours per week for one semester or off-Campus equivalent, comprising lectures, tutorials, practical sessions and self-directed learning activities.
Assessment Proficiency multi-station practical and theory examination (pass/fail) (hurdle requirement); portfolio (50%); examination (50%). To obtain an Ungraded Pass in the subject, normally all components of assessment must be attempted and passed. Failed assessment items (multi-station examination and portfolio) may be re-attempted once only. Proficiency standards must be obtained on any re-attempted multi-station examination. Maximum possible marks to be obtained on resubmission of any portfolio will be 50%. Where the final examination is failed, a supplementary examination will be offered. The maximum possible mark on the supplementary examination will be 50%. This subject is a hurdle requirement.

HFB2101 PARAMEDIC CLINICAL 2
CampusSt Albans, Off Campus
Prerequisite(s) HFB1204 Paramedic Clinical 1; or equivalent.
Corequisite(s) HFB2100 Paramedic Practice 2; or equivalent.
Content This subject is designed to facilitate the application of theory and skills presented in HFB2100 Paramedic Practice 2. Students will participate in the delivery of health care in selected clinical settings and classroom laboratory practices. The clinical focus is on developing paramedic Assessment, competency and management of patients in a variety of circumstances.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website dingo.vu.edu.au/~paramedics
Subject Hours A minimum of ten (10) hours per week for one semester or equivalent, comprising at least sixty (60) hours clinical placement in the semester (hurdle requirement), lectures, tutorials, practical sessions and self-directed learning activities. Clinical placement needs to be flexible pending available clinical positions in hospitals, other medical facilities and ambulance services. Where possible, students will be notified at the beginning of the semester of their clinical arrangements.
Assessment To obtain an Ungraded Pass, students must successfully complete the proficiency multi-station practical and theory examination (pass/fail) (hurdle requirement); reflective journal (maximum 1500 words); four case studies; clinical log book; overall satisfactory appraisal from all placements (hurdle requirement). This subject is a hurdle requirement.

HFB2102 FUNDAMENTALS OF PARAMEDICINE 3
CampusSt Albans, Off Campus, Online
Prerequisite(s) HFB1205 Fundamentals of Paramedicine 2; or equivalent.
Content The subject builds on the earlier Fundamentals of Paramedicine 1 and 2, and includes the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic, digestive, reproductive and urinary systems to illustrate their relationships within a range of common and important acute and chronic illnesses. An overview of human nutrition, metabolism and temperature regulation is included. Topics may be interchanged with those in HFB1101 Fundamentals of Paramedicine 1, HFB1205 Fundamentals of Paramedicine 2 and HFB2206 Fundamentals of Paramedicine 4 subjects. Topics will be related directly to paramedic care of the emergency patient.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website dingo.vu.edu.au/~paramedics
Subject Hours Six hours per week for one semester or equivalent, comprising lectures, tutorials, practical sessions and computer-based self-directed learning activities.
Assessment Online test in two parts (20%); essay (1500 words) (30%); written examination (50%). To obtain at least a Pass in the subject, normally all components of assessment must be attempted and passed. Failed assessment items (online test and essay) may be re-attempted and resubmitted once only. Maximum possible marks to be obtained on any resubmission will be 50%. Where the final examination is failed, a supplementary examination will be offered. The maximum possible mark on the supplementary examination will be 50%.

HFB2103 PARAMEDIC SCIENCES 3
CampusSt Albans, Online
Prerequisite(s) HFB1206 Paramedic Sciences 2; or equivalent.
Content This subject introduces students to prescribed and over-the-counter drug treatments for endocrine and immunological disorders. Diagnosis and treatment of infections and inflammatory, neoplastic, and allergic conditions link the pharmacological and microbiological components of this subject. Topics studied in this subject may be interchangeable with those in HFB1102 Paramedic Sciences 1, HFB1206 Paramedic Sciences 2 and HFB2207 Paramedic Sciences 4. Topics will be related directly to paramedic care.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website dingo.vu.edu.au/~paramedics
Subject Hours Four hours per week for one semester or equivalent, comprising lectures, tutorials, practical sessions and computer-based self-directed learning activities.
Assessment Weekly workbook or online activities including one online test (Microbiology and Pharmacology combined) (30%); clinical review (1500 words) (20%); final written examination (50%). To obtain a Pass in the subject, normally all components of assessment must be attempted and passed. Failed assessment items (weekly activities and clinical review) may be re-attempted and resubmitted once only. Maximum possible marks to be obtained on any resubmission will be 50%. Where the final examination is failed, a supplementary examination will be offered. The maximum possible mark on the supplementary examination will be 50%.

HFB2204 PARAMEDIC PRACTICE 3
CampusSt Albans, Off Campus
Prerequisite(s) HFB2100 Paramedic Practice 2; or equivalent.
Content This subject continues develop the students understanding and practice of paramedical emergency management. This subject has been designed to continue the study of knowledge using a problem-orientated approach. The introduction of skill development and knowledge has been specifically integrated to ensure students have an underlying knowledge and then are able to apply skills to a particular situation. The framework of this subject will be based around medical specialities and out of hospital emergencies and will be related to emergency care of the elderly, obstetrics and midwifery, neonatal care, paediatrics, abdominal and reproductive emergencies. Students will be introduced to the principles of applied clinical pharmacology in the form of paramedical guidelines, drug administration, and management of these patients in emergency situations, in the home and during emergency medical transport. Students will also be introduced to clinical instruction and mentoring. To enhance student relationships, students will work with other students providing supervised student mentoring arrangements. The integration of this approach will further facilitate the need for individualised patient care. Topics in this subject may be interchanged with HFB1203 Paramedic Practice 1 or HFB2204 Paramedic Practice 3.Required Reading To be advised by lecturer.
Subject Hours Six hours per week for one semester or off Campus equivalent comprising lecturers, tutorials, practical sessions and discussion and/or workbooks. Assessment Examination (50%), Portfolio (50%)and mastery exams (pass/fail). Normally to obtain a pass in the subject all components of assessment must be passed. To obtain a pass in the subject all components of assessment must be successfully completed. If resubmission of the assignment or a supplementary examination is required for this subject, the total mark available for the task will be a maximum of 50%, and the overall grade for the subject will be no higher than pass.

HFB2205 PARAMEDICAL INTERNSHIP
CampusSt Albans, Off Campus
Prerequisite(s) HFB2101 Paramedic Clinical 2; or equivalent.
Corequisite(s) HFB2204 Paramedic Practice 3; or equivalent.
Content This subject is designed to build on past clinical subjects and to place the student into actual paramedic practice. The subject aims to make students aware of the expectations of them in pre-hospital environments and acute medical settings. To further develop paramedic skills and an awareness of professional and ethical behaviours, students will be expected to practise primarily in the ambulance environment within selected clinical settings or in supervised classroom laboratory settings. Students will practise patient consultations and clinical practice under supervision. Clinical tutorials and case presentations will emphasize and expand upon clinically relevant material obtained during clinical placement.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website dingo.vu.edu.au/~paramedics
Subject Hours A minimum of ten (10) hours per week for one semester or equivalent, comprising at least sixty (60) hours clinical placement in the semester (hurdle requirement), lectures, tutorials, practical sessions and self-directed learning activities. Clinical placement needs to be flexible pending available clinical positions in hospitals, other medical facilities and ambulance services. Where possible, students will be notified at the beginning of the semester of their clinical arrangements.
Assessment To obtain an Ungraded Pass, students must successfully complete the proficiency multi-station practical and theory examination (pass/fail) (hurdle requirement); reflective journal (maximum 1500 words); four case studies; clinical log book; overall satisfactory appraisal from all placements (hurdle requirement). This subject is a hurdle requirement.

HFB2206 FUNDAMENTALS OF PARAMEDICINE 4
CampusSt Albans, Off Campus, Online
Prerequisite(s) HFB2102 Fundamentals of Paramedicine 3; or equivalent.
Content This subject furthers the understanding of principles and diseases introduced in earlier paramedic subjects. Topics include the anatomy and physiology of the special senses; fluids, electrolytes and acid-base balance; and pregnancy and human development. The impacts of trauma and fluid and electrolytic imbalances on the body and the pathophysiological basis of pain and shock are presented. Fundamental differences between paediatric and adult care are highlighted. Students will study the acute paediatric onset of illnesses affecting the cerebral, respiratory, cardiovascular and other systems. Causes and prevention of paediatric trauma will be introduced and extended into its management in a prehospital setting. Emotional effects on parents, paramedics and bystanders will also be discussed. Topics may be interchanged with those in HFB1101 Fundamentals of Paramedicine 1, HFB1204 Fundamentals of Paramedicine 2 and HFB2102 Fundamentals of Paramedicine 3. Topics will be related directly to paramedic care of the emergency patient.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website dingo.vu.edu.au/~paramedics
Subject Hours Four hours per week for one semester or equivalent, comprising lectures, tutorials, practical sessions and computer-based self-directed learning activities.
Assessment Online test given in two parts (20%); essay (1500 words) (30%); written examination (50%). To obtain at least a Pass in the subject, normally all components of assessment must be attempted and passed. Failed assessment items (online test and essay) may be re-attempted and resubmitted once only. Maximum possible marks to be obtained on any resubmission will be 50%. Where the final examination is failed, a supplementary examination will be offered. The maximum possible mark on the supplementary examination will be 50%.

HFB2207 PARAMEDIC SCIENCES 4
CampusSt Albans, Online
Prerequisite(s) HFB2103 Paramedic Sciences 3; or equivalent.
Content This subject develops the students' knowledge on drugs used for CNS and psychiatric conditions and extends knowledge on fluid imbalances. Attitudes towards recreational and prescribed drugs are explored. Principles of microbiology with reference to sterilisation and disinfection, infection control and antibiotic treatment of microorganisms and nosocomial infections are linked to public health issues later in the course. Topics studied in this subject may be interchangeable with those in HFB1102 Paramedic Sciences 1, HFB1206 Paramedic Sciences 2 and HFB2103 Paramedic Sciences 3. Topics will be related directly to paramedic care of the emergency patient.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website dingo.vu.edu.au/~paramedics
Subject Hours Four hours per week for one semester or equivalent, comprising lectures, tutorials, practical sessions and self-directed learning activities.
Assessment Clinical review (1500 words) (20%); essay (1500 words) (30%); final written examination (50%). To obtain at least a Pass in the subject, normally all components of assessment must be attempted and passed. Failed assessment items (clinical review and essay) may be re-attempted and resubmitted once only. Maximum possible marks to be obtained on any resubmission will be 50%. Where the final examination is failed, a supplementary examination will be offered. The maximum possible mark on the supplementary examination will be 50%.

HFB3111 PROFESSIONAL BASIS OF PARAMEDIC PRACTICE 1
CampusSt Albans, Off Campus, Online
Prerequisite(s) Successful completion of Years One and Two; or equivalents.
Content This subject challenges students to analyse their present practice by examining the principles of intervention for the acutely ill or injured person. An integral part of this subject will be the development of students' health assessment and practice skills necessary to care for the acutely ill or injured person and the adoption of those skills to improve and extend current practice. Integration of material from basic and paramedic sciences, applied clinical sciences, paramedic clinical practice and professional issues will be incorporated throughout the subject.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Recommended Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website webct.vu.edu.au/
Subject Hours Four hours per week for one semester comprising lectures, tutorials, practicals and self-directed learning activities or online equivalents.
Assessment Portfolio (100%) To obtain at least a Pass in the subject, normally the assessment task must be attempted and passed. If the assessment item is failed, it may be re-attempted and resubmitted once only. Maximum possible marks to be obtained on any resubmission will be 50%.

HFB3122 PROFESSIONAL BASIS OF PARAMEDIC PRACTICE 2
CampusSt Albans, Off Campus, Online
Prerequisite(s) Successful completion of Years One and Two; or equivalents.
Content This subject challenges students to analyse their present practice by examining the principles of intervention for the acutely ill or injured person. An integral part of this subject is the development of students' understanding of electrocardiology and pharmacology, and their ability to apply principles in electrocardiology and pharmacology to their present practice. Integration of material from basic and paramedic sciences, applied clinical sciences, paramedic clinical practice and professional issues will be incorporated throughout this subject.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Recommended Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website webct.vu.edu.au/
Subject Hours Four hours per week for one semester comprising lectures, tutorials, practicals and self-directed learning activities or online equivalents.
Assessment Portfolio including contribution to online discussions (500-800 words each) (100%). To obtain at least a Pass in the subject, normally the assessment task must be attempted and passed. If the assessment item is failed, it may be re-attempted and resubmitted once only. Maximum possible marks to be obtained on any resubmission will be 50%.

HFB3211 INTEGRATION OF PARAMEDIC PRACTICE 1
CampusSt Albans, Off Campus, Online
Prerequisite(s) Successful completion of Years One and Two; or equivalents.
Content This subject will allow each student to extend and refine their particular area of professional paramedic practice. Students are expected to apply the principles developed in Professional Basis of Paramedic Practice 1 and 2 to their current paramedic practice and to concentrate on the professional development of their nominated area through observation, participation, discussion, and self-reflection.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Recommended Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website webct.vu.edu.au/
Subject Hours Four hours per week for one semester comprising lectures, tutorials, practicals and self-directed learning activities or equivalents.
Assessment Portfolio (100%). To obtain at least a Pass in the subject, normally the assessment task must be attempted and passed. If the assessment item is failed, it may be re-attempted and resubmitted once only. Maximum possible marks to be obtained on any resubmission will be 50%.

HFB3222 INTEGRATION OF PARAMEDIC PRACTICE 2
CampusSt Albans, Off Campus, Online
Prerequisite(s) Restricted to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Health Science - Paramedic (1 yr Conversion) degree course.
Content This subject re-introduces and extends the fundamentals of paramedicine. A systems approach reinforces the anatomical, physiological, pathophysiological and pharmacological aspects of care from the perspectives of the paramedic. Applied considerations will be given to a range of adult and paediatric emergencies.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Recommended Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website webct.vu.edu.au/
Subject Hours Four hours per week for one semester comprising lectures and self-directed learning activities or online equivalent.
Assessment Essay (1500 words) (25%); weekly online activities including contributions to online discussions (15%); final online examination of multiple-choice questions only (60%). To obtain at least a Pass in the subject, normally all components of assessment must be attempted and passed. Failed assessment items (essay and weekly activities) may be re-attempted and resubmitted once only. Maximum possible marks to be obtained on any resubmission will be 50%. Where the final examination is failed, a supplementary examination will be offered. The maximum possible mark on the supplementary examination will be 50%.

HFB3301 ISSUES IN PREHOSPITAL HEALTH SERVICE DELIVERY
CampusSt Albans, Off Campus, Online
Prerequisite(s) Successful completion of Years One and Two; or equivalents.
Content This subject introduces students to a range of key concepts that influence health service delivery in out-of-hospital practice. Students will relate to their own perspectives and experiences in order to explore and analyse the many roles of the paramedic in health service delivery.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Recommended Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website webct.vu.edu.au/
Subject Hours Three hours per week for one semester comprising lectures, tutorials, practicals and self-directed learning activities or online equivalents.
Assessment Portfolio (100%). To obtain at least a Pass in the subject, normally the assessment task must be attempted and passed. If the assessment item is failed, it may be re-attempted and resubmitted once only. Maximum possible marks to be obtained on any resubmission will be 50%.

HFB3401 PREHOSPITAL ETHICAL AND LEGAL ISSUES
CampusSt Albans, Off Campus, Online
Prerequisite(s) Successful completion of Years One and Two; or equivalents.
Content This subject enables students to explore ethical and legal issues and their implications for paramedics and paramedicine. Students' experiences will be drawn upon to demonstrate and scrutinise their responses to common situations that occur in paramedic practice which may cause ethical and legal dilemmas.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Recommended Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website webct.vu.edu.au/
Subject Hours Four hours per week for one semester comprising lectures, tutorials, practicals and self-directed learning activities or online equivalents.
Assessment Negotiated written report or portfolio (100%). To obtain at least a Pass in the subject, normally the negotiated assessment task must be attempted and passed. If the assessment item is failed, it may be re-attempted and resubmitted once only. Maximum possible marks to be obtained on any resubmission will be 50%.

HFB3501 RESEARCH IN PARAMEDIC PRACTICE
CampusSt Albans, Off Campus, Online
Prerequisite(s) Successful completion of Years One and Two; or equivalents.
Content This subject investigates major research considerations and focuses on facilitating the students' abilities to critically analyse research reports. Emphasis is placed on the application of research findings to paramedic practice and ways in which applications can be facilitated.
Required Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Recommended Reading To be advised by Lecturer.
Website webct.vu.edu.au/
Subject Hours Four hours per week for one semester comprising lectures, tutorials, practicals and self-directed learning activities or online equivalents.
Assessment Negotiated written report or portfol