Course Title: Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
Part A: Course Overview
Program: C5365 Diploma of Nursing
Course Title: Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
Portfolio: Vocational Education
Nominal Hours: 60
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Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
HWSS6066C |
City Campus |
TAFE |
174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science |
Face-to-Face or Internet or Workplace |
Term1 2020, Term2 2020, Term1 2021, Term2 2021 |
HWSS8149C |
Bundoora Campus |
TAFE |
174T School of VE Engineering, Health & Science |
Face-to-Face or Internet or Workplace |
Term1 2021 |
Course Contact: Queenie William (BU) / Rebecca Rose-Moore (CTY)
Course Contact Phone: Queenie: 99252346
Course Contact Email: queenie.william@rmit.edu.au / rebecca.rose-moore@rmit.edu.au
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to understand and respond to instructions; to carry out routine tasks and communicate with a range of internal/external clients in a medical environment; as well as use appropriate medical terminology.
It applies to individuals who apply a broad range of competencies in various medical administration contexts. They may exercise discretion and judgment using appropriate knowledge to provide technical advice and support to a team.
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None
National Competency Codes and Titles
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately |
Elements: |
1. Respond appropriately to instructions which contain medical terminology 2. Carry out routine tasks 3. Use appropriate medical terminology in oral and written communication |
Learning Outcomes
Overview of Assessment
Assessment may include online quizzes, written assignments and laboratory activities