Anatomy and Physiology
Structure and Function of the Skin25Common Skin Disorders25Structure and Function of Bones28Major Bones of the Body28Structure and Function of Muscles27Major Muscle Groups of the Body25Structure and Function of the Nervous System28Major Divisions of the Nervous System25Structure and Function of the Endocrine System31Major Endocrine Glands25Structure and Function of the Heart25Circulation of Blood23Structure and Function of the Respiratory System25Respiratory Disorders26Structure and Function of the Digestive System31Digestive Disorders22Structure and Function of the Urinary System25Urinary Disorders26Structure and Function of the Male Reproductive System25Structure and Function of the Female Reproductive System26
Infection Control
Definition and Types of Infection27Standard Precautions24Transmission-Based Precautions28Isolation and Quarantine26Disinfection and Sterilization22Waste Management26Infection Control in Hospitals23Infection Control in Aged Care Facilities26Infection Control in Community Settings22Surveillance and Outbreak Management27Immunization and Vaccination25Antimicrobial Resistance30
Communication Skills for Health Professionals
Principles of Effective Communication23Communication Styles and Techniques22Barriers to Communication28Ethical Considerations in Communication24Communication with Patients and Families24Communication with Healthcare Professionals22Communication in Interdisciplinary Teams28Communication in Culturally Diverse Settings25Communication in Emergency Situations29Communication in Palliative Care25Communication in Mental Health Settings29Communication in Aged Care Settings23Active Listening and Questioning29Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication25Written Communication in Healthcare27Communication Technology in Healthcare21
Work Health and Safety
Overview of Work Health and Safety31Risk Management25Ergonomics and Musculoskeletal Disorders30Noise and Vibration24Radiation and Hazardous Substances25Classification and Properties of Chemicals28Exposure to Chemicals23Emergency Response to Chemical Incidents26Types and Sources of Biological Hazards29Control Measures for Biological Hazards24Emergency Response to Biological Incidents25Stress and Work-Related Mental Health24Violence and Aggression in the Workplace23Bullying and Harassment22Emergency Planning and Procedures25Fire Safety22First Aid and Medical Emergencies22Overview of Work Health and Safety Legislation22Compliance and Enforcement29Consultation and Representation22
Health Care Legislation
Purpose and Scope of Health Care Legislation27Historical Development of Health Care Legislation30Ethical and Legal Considerations in Health Care26Health Care Act 2008 (Cth)24Aged Care Act 1997 (Cth)24Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (Cth)29Duty of Care and Negligence27Consent and Informed Decision-Making25Confidentiality and Privacy25Aged Care26Mental Health Care24End-of-Life Care23
Ethics and Values in Health Care
Autonomy and Consent24Beneficence and Non-Maleficence31Justice and Equity25Confidentiality and Privacy24Professional Boundaries26Ethical Frameworks and Theories29Ethical Dilemmas and Case Studies25Cultural and Religious Considerations22End-of-Life Care and Palliative Care22Ethical Responsibilities of Health Care Professionals22
First Aid and Emergency Care
Definition and principles of first aid29Scene assessment and management25Basic life support (BLS)27First aid kit and equipment25Communication and documentation22Wounds and bleeding23Fractures, sprains, and dislocations24Burns26Medical emergencies26Environmental emergencies23Advanced wound care22Immobilization techniques23Oxygen administration22Automated external defibrillator (AED) use24First aid for children and infants28First aid in remote or isolated areas25First aid for mental health emergencies22First aid in the workplace24Legal and ethical considerations in first aid27First aid for specific industries22
Medication Management
Introduction to Medication Management30Legal and Ethical Considerations22Medication Administration Routes23Medication Dosage Calculations25Medication Errors and Prevention23Preparing Medications23Administering Medications23Monitoring Patient Response30Medication Storage and Handling23Medication Management in Children27Medication Management in the Elderly23Medication Management in Pregnancy and Lactation23Medication Orders and Prescriptions30Medication Administration Records27Patient Education and Counseling31
Health Promotion and Education
Definition and Scope of Health Promotion26Health Education Theories and Models24Principles of Health Education27Individual and Community-Based Interventions24Health Promotion in Specific Settings27Social Marketing for Health Promotion25Evaluation Methods for Health Promotion Programs25Research Methods in Health Promotion23Evidence-Based Practice in Health Promotion24Developing and Implementing Health Promotion Programs29Working with Diverse Populations24Advocacy and Policy in Health Promotion23
Work Experience
Purpose and Benefits of Work Experience23Workplace Expectations and Responsibilities27Communication and Interpersonal Skills26Australian Health Care System25Roles and Responsibilities of Health Professionals29Health Services Facilities26Placement Selection and Preparation28Workplace Supervision and Support26Work Experience Activities and Responsibilities30Workplace Performance Assessment24Reflection on Learning Outcomes26Work Experience Report23