Key facts
UNE unit code: EXSC381
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- Trimester 1 - Online
- Yes
- Yes
- Yes
- 6
Unit information
This unit covers the theory and practical aspects of exercise prescription for people with in-scope chronic disease and related metabolic conditions within the scope of practice of an accredited exercise physiologist.
Using evidence-based practice, you will learn how to perform and interpret clinically relevant tests and functional evaluations to inform subsequent exercise-based interventions.
Case-based learning will emphasise the importance of multidisciplinary management of chronic diseases and related metabolic conditions acknowledged within current Australian healthcare policies and legislature.
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
Intensive schools
| Start | Finish | Duration | Attendance | Offerings | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 May 2024 | 04 May 2024 | 4 days | Mandatory Intensive School | All offerings | The intensive school is mandatory for all students. Students must attend the Mandatory Intensive School which is held in Armidale. |
Enrolment rules
Notes
The School of Science and Technology considers all practical / laboratory activities as essential to student learning.
Attendance and participation in all practical / laboratory classes (sessions) is mandatory - exemptions will not be granted without supporting evidence.
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate proficiency and good judgement in pre-participation screening of individuals with chronic and complex health conditions;
- demonstrate an understanding and proficiency to undertake clinical examinations (non-diagnostic) relevant to the Accredited Exercise Physiologist for the assessment of in-scope chronic disease and metabolic conditions;
- demonstrate an awareness of the precautions, contraindications and signs and symptoms when prescribing exercise for in-scope chronic diseases and metabolic conditions; and
- design and implement evidence-based exercise programs to manage in-scope chronic disease and related metabolic conditions in agreement with the Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) scope of practice and within a clinically relevant time period.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment 1 | Yes | 40% | All offerings | Exercise Prescription Portfolio. It is mandatory to pass this component in order to pass the unit. No. Words: 2500 |
| Assessment 2 | Yes | 30% | All offerings | Objective structured clinical examination (OSCE) assessment of 20-30 minutes duration. It is mandatory to pass this component in order to pass the unit. |
| Assessment 3 | Yes | All offerings | Practicals. The School of Science and Technology considers all practical / laboratory activities as essential to student learning. Attendance and participation in all practical / laboratory classes (sessions) is mandatory - exemptions will not be granted without supporting evidence. | |
| Final Examination | Yes | 30% | All offerings | It is mandatory to pass this component in order to pass the unit. |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Textbook information will be displayed approximately 8 weeks prior to the commencement of the teaching period. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
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