Key facts
UNE unit code: EXSC384
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- Trimester 1 - Online
- Yes
- Yes
- Yes
- 6
Unit information
This unit develops your understanding of the scope of practice of an accredited exercise physiologist within the Australian healthcare framework broadening your knowledge of national, state and other compensable schemes.
Using evidence-based learning, you will further your professional skills and practice with an emphasis placed on communication, inter-professional collaboration, clinical documentation and report writing to comply with industry requirements.
In addition, you will apply principles of workplace rehabilitation to formulate injury management and return to work strategies in accordance with legislation.
Offerings
For further information about UNE's teaching periods, please go to Principal Dates.
| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
Intensive schools
| Start | Finish | Duration | Attendance | Offerings | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 April 2024 | 30 April 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. No teaching activities will occur on Sunday. |
Enrolment rules
Notes
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
Unit coordinator(s)
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate knowledge and capacity to practice according to the ESSA Scope of Practice for the Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEP) and the ESSA Code of Professional Conduct and Ethical Practice;
- identify and demonstrate an understanding of national, state and other compensable schemes and legislation related to the Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEP) practice;
- apply well-developed communication skills for engaging with other health professionals and engage in inter-professional collaboration, including an ability to prepare written reports as required by compensable schemes; and
- demonstrate and apply a coherent and theoretical knowledge of the principles of workplace management in accordance with legislation to, and formulate methods of, assessment to develop injury management plans and workplace assessment reports.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Examination | Yes | 40% | All offerings | It is mandatory to pass this component in order to pass the unit. No. Words: 2000 |
| Viva Voce | Yes | 20% | All offerings | It is mandatory to pass this component in order to pass the unit. No. Words: 2000 (equivalent) |
| Final Examination | Yes | 40% | 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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At UNE we know it takes more than just being online to be a great online university. It takes time and experience. We pioneered distance education for working adults back in the 1950s, so we’ve been doing this longer than any other Australian university.
We understand the challenges faced by busy adults studying at home. We know that a vital part of online study is your engagement with the learning community. Communication with your classmates, teaching staff and university support staff will enhance your study experience and ensure that your skills extend beyond the subject matter. UNE’s teaching staff are experts in their field which is why UNE consistently receives five stars from students for teaching quality, support and overall experience.*
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