Course level

Postgraduate Coursework

Faculty

Health Sciences

School

Nursing and Midwifery School

Units

2

Duration

One Semester

Delivery mode

Flexible Delivery

Recommended companion

HLTH7305, NURS7800

Course coordinator

Dr Anthony Tuckett

Assessment methods

Short written case study, long written case study

Current course offerings

Course offerings Location Mode Course Profile
Semester 1, 2013 External Flexible Delivery Course Profile
Semester 2, 2013 Ipswich Flexible Delivery Course Profile

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Course description

This course critically appraises ethical, legal and safety issues in the context of aged care. Students are introduced to an overview of ethical theory, ethical decision making and a range of industry specific case studies. Relevant legal concepts are reviewed including industry relevant statutory and regulatory frameworks, contract law and administrative law. This course concludes with an examination of accreditation standards and safety issues pertinent to the aged care and community health sector.

Archived offerings

Course offerings Location Mode Course Profile
Semester 1, 2012 External Flexible Delivery Course Profile
Semester 2, 2012 External Flexible Delivery Course Profile