AHC3001 - Communication in health and disability

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Overview

Good communication builds a healthier Australia. This online unit is designed to develop your understanding and skills related to health, disability, and effective interdisciplinary healthcare communication. You will develop an understanding of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) framework, and how communication can be an enabler to … For more content click the Read More button below.

You will develop an understanding of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) framework, and how communication can be an enabler to health and wellbeing. You will also be introduced to the different types and methods of communication across health and disability sectors. This unit will also orientate you to the Australian Healthcare system and will explore the differences in communication strategies used by government, health services, and disability services.

Offerings

S2-01-PENINSULA-ONLINE

WS-01-PENINSULA-ONLINE

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Professor Cylie Williams

Unit Coordinator(s)

Professor Cylie Williams

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:

Critically discuss the communication styles that are used in the health care and disability sectors.

Describe communication theory and its application in the health care system within Australia outlining its interface with the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) framework.

Describe and apply the different tools which are used to illustrate and summarise communication styles.

Describe the influence of your own communication experiences and the relationship to your development needs in providing person-centre care when working with people who have lived experience of disability.

Demonstrate the application of conceptual and technical skills in diverse communication styles.

Discuss and apply the principles of cultural safety and inclusivity within written, verbal and social health communications.

Assessment summary

Assessment in this unit includes hurdle assessment tasks. Failure of any hurdle assessment task may result in failure of the unit.

Assessment

1 - Online quizzes (30mins online)

2 - Audit of accessible communication (1,500 words)

3 - Self-Reflection and discussion on communication styles (1,500 words)

4 - Communication methods small group task (2,400 words)

Supplementary assessment

Supplementary assessment is not available for this unit. Check the supplementary assessments page for details about exemptions.

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