AHC3001 Communication in health and disability
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
AHC3001 Communication in health and disability is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2023 in Winter and Semester 2 at Peninsula. It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2023
- Winter, Semester 2
- Peninsula
- Assessment
- No exam
- 4 tasks
This is the 2023 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Overview
Good communication builds a healthier Australia. This online unit is designed to develop your understanding and skills related to health, disability, and effective interdisciplinary healthcare communication.
You will develop an understanding of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) framework, and how communication can be an enabler to health and wellbeing. You will also be introduced to the different types and methods of communication across health and disability sectors. This unit will also orientate you to the Australian Healthcare system and will explore the differences in communication strategies used by government, health services, and disability services.
Offerings in 2023
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Winter semester | Peninsula | Online |
| Second semester | Peninsula | Online |
Assessment
- 12 online quizzes (30mins online)10%
- Audit of accessible communication (1,500 words)25%
- Self-Reflection and discussion on communication styles (1,500 words)Competency hurdle25%
- Communication methods small group task (2,400 words)Competency hurdle40%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Critically discuss the communication styles that are used in the health care and disability sectors.
- 2
Describe communication theory and its application in the health care system within Australia outlining its interface with the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) framework.
- 3
Describe and apply the different tools which are used to illustrate and summarise communication styles.
- 4
Describe the influence of your own communication experiences and the relationship to your development needs in providing person-centre care when working with people who have lived experience of disability.
- 5
Demonstrate the application of conceptual and technical skills in diverse communication styles.
- 6
Discuss and apply the principles of cultural safety and inclusivity within written, verbal and social health communications.
Workload and teaching
- Lectures1 hours
- Tutorials2 hours
The average time required for the dedicated online tasks and private study hours is equivalent of 12 hours per week during a regular semester. There will be six hours of directed online learning in this unit and 6 hours of self-directed learning per week.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Associate Professor Cylie Williams
- Unit Coordinators
- Associate Professor Cylie Williams
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for AHC3001?
AHC3001 has no prerequisites.
When is AHC3001 offered?
In 2023, AHC3001 runs in Winter and Semester 2 at Peninsula, with an online option.
Does AHC3001 have an exam?
No. AHC3001 has 4 assessment tasks and no exam.