NUDI4245A
10 units
4000 level
Course handbook
Description
NUDI4245A and NUDI4245B jointly comprise of 10 weeks of professional practice in the setting across the year. Jointly these courses develop 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 a transitioning to practice workshop as well as 1 online session. Student attendance at the workshop is compulsory.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 1 - 2024
Multi-term sequence
This course is part of a multi-term sequence. Both Part A and Part B must be completed to meet the requirements of the sequence. Part A and Part B must be completed in consecutive terms. Students must complete Part A before completing Part B. Students must complete the sequence within a twelve month period. If students complete Part A but are unable to complete Part B within the timeframe, they must re-enrol in Part A. Part A cannot be completed as a standalone course, it will only count towards your program once you have successfully completed Part B.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Knowledge sufficient to ensure safe practice as per National Competency Standards forDietitians in Australia as they apply to the clinical/acute care setting.
2. Competence in the collection, organisation and assessment of data relating to the health and nutritional status of individuals and groups as per the National Competency Standards forDietitians in Australia
3. Competence in the management of nutrition care for individuals as per the National Competency Standards for Dietitians in Australia
4. An organised, professional and ethical approach to work as per the National Competency Standards forDietitians in Australia.
Content
- Application of nutrition and dietetic knowledge in clinical practice.
- Setting personal goals for learning experiences.
- Reflecting on learning experiences.
- Written communication and documentation in the form of nutrition care plans and case studies.
- Individual and group education experience.
Review of Progress
This course is a compulsory program requirement and is monitored for academic progress purposes. The course must be completed to progress in the program or meet other program requirements.
Failure or withdrawal from this course will result in students being considered under the Student Academic Progress Procedure.
Requisite
This course is only available to students enrolled in the [12339] B Nutrition & Dietetics (Honours) program who have successfully completed all first, second and third year courses in this program.:
CHEM1010
CHEM1020
HLSC1000
HLSC1220
HUBS1403
HUBS1404
HUBS2206
HUBS2207
HUBS2503
HUBS2505
INDH2490
NUDI1000
NUDI2110
NUDI2200
NUDI2220
NUDI3220
NUDI3230
NUDI3240
NUDI3250
NUDI3300
NUDI3310
PUBH1080
STAT1070
Assessment items
Portfolio: Professional Practice competency Assessment
Compulsory Requirement: Pass requirement - Must pass this assessment item to pass the course.
Written Assignment: Reflective Practice
Compulsory Requirement: Pass requirement - Must pass this assessment item to pass the course.
Professional Task: Professional Practice Competency Assessment
Compulsory Requirement: Pass requirement - Must pass this assessment item to pass the course.
Compulsory Requirements
Compulsory Placement and WHS Requirements:
- NSW Health Verification Requirements - Mandatory NSW Health Verification Requirements must be met.
Contact hours
Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan
Clinical-1
- Face to Face Off Campus 40 hour(s) per week(s) for 10 week(s)
- Practicum could occur anytime across the year.
Online Activity-1
- Online 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 1 week(s) starting in week 1
- Online session held in Semester 1.
Workshop-1
- Face to Face On Campus 3.5 hour(s) per day for 1 day(s)
- Transitioning to Practice Workshop held in January.
Course outline
- NUDI4245A - Semester 1, 2024 (Callaghan) (PDF, 215.5 KB)
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