Course overview
The aim of this course is to introduce students to legal, ethical and policy issues in Australia and internationally. Duty ethics, legislation, confidentiality, privacy, protection of patients, regulations.
Course learning outcomes
- Discuss the implication of working in a highly regulated and dynamic environment.
- Identify legal and ethical principles underpinning the decision making processes in health .
- Discuss the implications of ethical decision making for community health.
- Describe scope of practice for community health workers.
- Demonstrate knowledge of community based funding models and explore the challenges related to equitable access to services.
Availability
Class details
Online
Class number 1054
Section 01OL
Size 500
Available 481
Notes:
Class details
Online
Class number 3056
Section 01OL
Size 500
Available 488
Notes:
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