Course Title: Develop and implement own self-care plan in the creative industries
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2023
Course Code: BUSM8887C
Course Title: Develop and implement own self-care plan in the creative industries
School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4416 - Certificate IV in Screen and Media
Course Contact: Rowan Humphrey
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4842
Course Contact Email: rowan.humphrey@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Kieran Doolan
Jeanie Hague-Smith
jeanie.hague-smith@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 50
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will develop the skills and knowledge required to identify, select and use a range of self-care strategies to support sustainability of own practice and actively implement mental wellbeing and self-care in the creative industries. This includes implementing preventative techniques and evaluating their success against an individualised self-care plan.
The course applies to those who may be required to manage personal wellbeing and sustainable professional practice in any creative industry sector or area of expertise.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAMWB401 Develop and implement own self-care plan in the creative industries |
Element: |
1. Research self-care techniques, risks and strategies |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Determine factors that may impact own wellbeing in a creative industries environment 1.2 Research and identity self-care strategies and features of self-care plans 1.3 Research and evaluate risks associated with neglecting self-care in the creative industries 1.4 Discuss self-care techniques, risks and strategies with creative personnel |
Element: |
2. Establish self-care plan |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Evaluate current circumstances in relation to self-care and emotional wellbeing 2.2 Determine and document factors of wellbeing and self-care techniques according to personal circumstances and current working conditions 2.3 Draft self-care plan according to identified personal requirements |
Element: |
3. Implement and review self-care plan |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Identify and source resource requirements of self-care plan 3.2 Carry out self-care plan 3.3 Review outcomes of self-care plan implementation and update plan as required |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
In class activities will include a range of teacher directed group activities, projects, class exercises, review discussions/lectures and independent project based work.
Out-of-class activities include completion of individual design and pre-production work, preparation for class presentations and location excursions/production work. Online research and occasional outside of class time group discussions will be required to maintain project work.
Teaching Schedule
| Week | Topic | Assessment / Learning activities |
| Week 1 |
Introduction to Work Life Balance course and assessments. Begin exploring Microsoft Outlook [student email & calendar], Canvas and Todo
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Students access microsoft calendar and install microsoft todo |
| Week 2 |
Self Care RMIT Speaker - Student services and support 1.2 What are self care plans
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EOP - assessments into Calendar - submitted into discussions |
| Week 3 |
Self Care 1.3 Emergency vrs maintenance self care and preventative techniques 1.4 Self care techniques
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Finish Q 1.3 & 1.4 |
| Week 4 |
Workplanning 2.1 Workplan content , whats in it, stakeholders, resources, workgroup targets. Setting up workplan
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Finish 2.1 & 2.2 |
| Week 5 |
RMIT Speaker - Time management 2.2 Research - Scheduling of tasks and planning using software 2.3 Prioritisation techniques
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Finish 2.2 & 2.3
AT1 PART A Due |
| Week 6 |
Part B 1.2 Work plan tasks and accountabilities
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Finish B 1.1 & B1.2 |
| Week 7 |
RMIT Speaker - Managing stress
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Complete and submit AT1 |
| Week 8 | Draft work plan |
AT1 Part B due - AT1 - Establish Work Life Balance
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| Week 9 | Self care excursion - creative inspiration | Evidence submitted to discussion |
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MID SEMESTER BREAK
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| Week 10 |
AT2 Part A
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| Week 11 |
AT2 Part B 1. Review and reflect on Performance for workplan 1. Review and reflect on Performance for self-care plan
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| Week 12 |
3. Seek feedback and review of performance
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Complete workbook |
| Week 13 |
Review your project feedback and make any required adjustments Complete and submit AT2
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| Week 14 |
Review your project feedback and make any required adjustments Complete and submit AT2
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AT2 Implement and review work-life balance plan due |
| Week 15 |
Review and refine all submission material for AT1 - Establish Work Life Balance
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| Week 16 |
Review and refine all submission material for AT2 - Implement and review work-life balance plan
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| Week 17 |
Review and refine all submission material for AT2 - Implement and review work-life balance plan
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
You are advised to look at myRMIT for ongoing updated information.
Further learning resources will be available through the course canvas shell
It is recommended that you bring materials to classes to make notes, for example;
a pen and notepaper or a laptop computer. You will need to have either a USB thumb drive or a USB/Thunderbolt Harddrive (or both) to store and manage your media. Your teacher will advise you what to get when classes commence.
Remember that the University Library has many resources that will help you and has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights to your written tasks. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Tasks
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assignments to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback on all assignments and once you have demonstrated competency you will also receive a result after your final assignment.
Assessments
- AT1 - Establish Work Life balance (Part A Due week 5)
- AT1 - Establish Work Life balance (Part B Due week 8)
- AT2 - Implement and review work-life balance plan (Both A & B due Week 14)
You should refer to the assignment brief which is available on Canvas for full assessment criteria.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA Competency Achieved
NYC Not Yet Competent
DNS Did Not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
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