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NUDI4240

Nutrition and Dietetics Clinical Practice

20 Units 4000 Level Course

Not available in 2013

Previously offered in 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

Develops students' dietetic practice competencies to entry level standard in accordance with the professional requirements of the Dietitians' Association of Australia. This consists of 10 weeks of clinical placements within a dietetic department. There is no face-to-face teaching on campus but tutorials may be held as necessary.

This course is Compulsory Program Component and students must pass in order to progress in the Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics program.

The final date that a student may withdraw without academic penalty from this course is 1 week prior to commencement of the placement or 2 weeks into the semester whichever is the earlier date.

Objectives By the end of this course, students should be able to demonstrate:
1. Knowledge sufficient to ensure safe practice as per DAA National Competency Standards for Entry-Level Dietitians (NCSELD)
2. Competence in the collection, organisation and assessment of data relating to the health and nutritional status of individuals and groups as per DAA NCSELD
3. Competence in the management of nutrition care for individuals as per DAA NCSELD
4. An organised, professional and ethical approach to work as per DAA NCSELD
Content 1. Application of nutrition and dietetic knowledge in clinical and food service practice.
2. Setting personal goals for learning experiences.
3. Reflecting on learning experiences.
4. Written communication and documentation in the form of nutrition care plans and case studies.
5. Individual and group education experience.
Replacing Course(s) N/A
Transition Students who fail the clinical practice component of NUDI4150 may enrol in NUDI4240 without disadvantage.
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge NUDI3310, NUDI3220, NUDI3240, NUDI3300, NUDI3230, NUDI3250.
Modes of Delivery External Mode
Flexible Delivery / Student Centred Learning
Teaching Methods Experience Based Learning
Practicum
Self Directed Learning
Assessment Items
Examination: Formal 1. Formal examination, graded. Relates to objectives 1,2 & 3
Other: (please specify) 2. Essential skills and pass in the written exam and assignment is an essential criteria to pass this course. Students must pass this course to complete the program.
Other: (please specify) 3. Written ungraded competency based practical assessment by placement facilitator on the completion of each practical placement. Assessed as an ungraded pass, criteria stated in student placement manual. Relates to objectives 1,2,3 & 4.
Other: (please specify) 4. Submission of written assignment. Assessed as graded. Relates to objectives 1,2 & 3
Contact Hours Clinical: for 40 hour(s) per Week for 10 weeks
Compulsory Components
Compulsory Course Component OHS-First Aid Certificate
Compulsory Course Component OHS-Criminal Record Check
Compulsory Course Component OHS-Prohibited Employment Declaration
Compulsory Program Component Prior successful completion of NUDI3310, NUDI3250, NUDI3300, NUDI3240, NUDI3230, and NUDI3220. National Police Check. Working with Children and Young People Declaration. Current NSW Health Immunization record. Patient Confidentiality Form. WorkCover approved First Aid Certificate.