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1 Unit of Study Outline Unit of Study Name Population Health Project Unit of Study Code DSW524 Qualification HLT51012 Diploma of Population Health This unit of study contributes to the following Units of Competency Units of Study Pre / co-requisites: Develop and procedures for CHCPOL402C Contribute to development Nil Delivery methods and contextualization This unit will be delivered through various delivery methods which may include; demonstration, practical exercises, project work, forum participation, role play or research exercises, and delivery of declarative knowledge. Video and DVD presentations may also be utilised. Delivery strategies will be contextualised to focus on the needs and specific requirements of students working in the community and minority health. Delivery/Learning & Assessment Hours Online delivery Full-time and Part-time students 5 hours per week for 12 weeks Unit of Study Coordinator To Be Determined Unit of Study Overview: This unit of study provides students with the knowledge and skills to develop and analyse policies which impact on the client group and the work of the organisation and the skills and knowledge to develop and implement a. Last updated on 12 May 2014 Version: {_UIVersionString} Page 1 of 6

2 Develop and procedures for 1. Develop 2. Communicate 3. Implement 4. Review implementation 1.1. Define scope of 1.2. Gather information from a range of sources to plan and develop 1.3. Identify and consult stakeholders as a key component of the development process 1.4. Include appropriate strategies in at all stages of work for minimising resource use, reducing toxic material and hazardous chemical use, and employing life cycle management approaches 1.5. Make recommendations for options based on likely effectiveness, timeframes and cost 1.6. Develop that reflects the organisation's commitment to as an integral part of business planning and as a business opportunity 1.7. Agree to appropriate methods of implementation 2.1. Promote, including its expected outcome to key stakeholders 2.2.Inform those involved in implementing the as to outcomes expected, activities to be undertaken and responsibilities assigned 3.1. Develop and communicate procedures to help implement 3.2. Implement strategies for continuous improvement in resource efficiency 3.3. Establish and assign responsibility to use recording systems for tracking continuous improvements in approaches 4.1. Document outcomes and provide feedback to key personnel and stakeholders 4.2. Investigate successes or otherwise of 4.3. Monitor records to identify trends that may require remedial action and use to promote continuous improvement of performance 4.4.Modify and or procedures as required to ensure improvements are made Last updated on 12 May 2014 Version: {_UIVersionString} Page 2 of 6

3 CHCPOL402C Contribute to development 1. Review existing policies 2. Contribute to research for advice 3. Provide briefing materials on issues 4. Promote informed debate 1.1 Identify relevant organisation and other policies and assess them for relevance to the organisations objectives and effectiveness 1.2 Consult clients and other stakeholders about their views on policies 1.3 Document and present reviews of policies in a format appropriate to the purpose of the review, the context, and the receiver 2.1 Identify, plan and implement research and consultation strategies appropriate to the worker's role in the research process within timeframes, resource constraints and agreed processes 2.2 Collate, report and present research and consultation outcomes in a format appropriate to the research process, the purpose of the research, the context and the receiver 2.3 Identify factors impacting on quality or outcomes of research or consultation and incorporate in reports 3.1 Prepare briefing materials as required in a format appropriate to audience, purpose and context 3.2 Draw on expertise and role of worker and organisation for briefing materials 3.3 Incorporate reasoned argument and evidence into briefing materials 4.1 Identify strategies to stimulate informed debate appropriate to the worker's role in development, community education or client service delivery in consultation with other workers and management 4.2 Implement strategies to stimulate informed debate within timeframes, resource allocations and agreed processes 4.3 Where necessary, implement strategies to translate materials into language/s easily understood by clients and other stakeholders 4.4 Develop strategies that enable exchange of views and information between initiators, clients and other stakeholders Last updated on 12 May 2014 Version: {_UIVersionString} Page 3 of 6

4 Content: Session Content Core Learning 1 Develop and procedures for 2 Develop and procedures for 3 Develop and procedures for 4 Develop and procedures for 5 Develop and procedures for 6 Develop and procedures for 7 Contribute to development CHCPOL402C 8 Contribute to development CHCPOL402C 9 Mid Trimester Break 10 Contribute to development CHCPOL402C 11 Contribute to development CHCPOL402C 12 Contribute to development CHCPOL402C 13 Contribute to development CHCPOL402C Supportive Learning Primary Learning Resources: Develop and procedures for, Smallprint Australia Pty Ltd, 2013 CHCPOL402C Contribute to development, Smallprint Australia Pty Ltd, 2013 Last updated on 12 May 2014 Version: {_UIVersionString} Page 4 of 6

5 Supplementary Learning Resources: 1. On Holy Ground Handout 2. Sustainability in the Handout Websites Assessment: Assessment for this unit of study is both formative and summative. Formative means that a student will receive feedback in a timely manner and apply this feedback in order to improve their learning throughout the duration of the teaching period. Summative means that the assessment item contributes to the overall assessment of required knowledge or/and skills or/and application of these in practice in order to demonstrate competency. For this unit of study, please note the specific requirements for each assessment item and the required level of achievement expected in order to show satisfactory progress towards competency. Vocational Education & Training (VET) students are required to pass all pieces of summative assessment. The Assessment Schedule (due dates) is to be followed and students are to adhere to these dates unless they have legitimate grounds for extension or deferral (see Assessment Policy). Students who fail a piece of assessment will be offered two reassessment opportunities and must complete this reassessment within the time frame given for that reassessment item. Assessment Task Directed Learning Required Skills & Knowledge Learner Guide Assessment Tool 1 100% of learner guide activities Assessment Tool 2 Questions 1-7 Assessment tool 3 Project 1 Assessment Schedule Week 7 Conditions Competent/Not Yet Competent Directed Learning CHCPOL402C Learner Guide Assessment Tool 1 100% of learner guide activities Assessment Tool 2 - Questions 1-7 Assessment tool 3 - Projects 1 and 3 Week 13 Competent/Not Yet Competent Last updated on 12 May 2014 Version: {_UIVersionString} Page 5 of 6

6 NOTE: On the satisfactory completion of all tasks listed above the learner will be deemed competent in each Unit of Competency. All assessments are underpinned by Endeavour quality client service philosophy which embraces client safety and safe work practices. Endeavour uses the following underpinning criteria for all assessments: Attendance Participation Professionalism Adherence to Code of Conduct Students must have 100% attendance for all clinics. Students must demonstrate a high level of participation in all clinic activities including reception/admin duties and assessing & treating clients Students are required to wear the mandated College uniform, prepare for classes and act in a professional manner Students are expected to adhere to the Endeavour Student Code of Conduct Last updated on 12 May 2014 Version: {_UIVersionString} Page 6 of 6