Unit of Study: HIMT5069 - Health Care Systems
This unit provides an introduction to health care systems with an emphasis on the Australian health care system. Topics covered include Commonwealth and State responsibilities for health with a particular focus on funding issues, healthcare expenditure, the structure and organisation of health insurance, health care facilities and the health workforce. The health of the Australian population is considered and compared internationally, and the health of indigenous Australians is reviewed in depth. The unit encourages a critical appraisal of current health arrangements and policies and an appreciation of the pluralistic nature of the health system.
Unit coordinator: Ms Janelle Craig
Classes: Sem 1: Lecture/lab/tutorial on-campus 2 hrs/week throughout semester (evening classes); Sem 2: Distance education
Assessment: 1500 word essay, 2000 word assignment, 2hr exam
Courses this subject is available in
This unit of study can be undertaken as a part of the following degree programs:
Graduate Certificate in Health Sciences
THIS PROGRAM WILL NOT BE OFFERED IN 2010
The Graduate Certificate of Health Sciences allows students who have a background in the health professions (and/or other relevant disciplines or equivalent professional qualifications and work experience) to develop discipline or cross-discipline based knowledge and research skills so they can critically evaluate and integrate evidence based practice into their work across a range of health disciplines.
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Graduate Certificate in Information Technology
Upon completion of the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology, graduates will possess a practical and theoretical background in some of the basic aspects of Information Technology.
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Graduate Certificate of Health Science (Developmental Disability)
THIS PROGRAM WILL NOT BE OFFERED IN 2010
The program offers flexible multi-disciplinary education for professionals in the rapidly developing field of developmental disabilities.
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Graduate Certificate of Health Science (Education)
THIS PROGRAM WILL NOT BE OFFERED IN 2010
This program is relevant for you if you design, teach, supervise, assess or manage education programs for students, new graduates, service providers and patient educators in medicine, nursing, allied health professions and other health workers.
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Graduate Certificate of Health Science (Medical Radiation Sciences)
This program aims to advance the knowledge, skills, and attributes of medical radiation professionals in their field of specialisation, and to broaden their exposure to the wider field of health sciences.
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Graduate Certificate of Health Science (Medical Sonography)
While the course does not lead to sonographer accreditation, the Graduate Certificate of Health Science (Medical Sonography) may suit those with specific interests or requirements in diagnostic ultrasound.
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Graduate Diploma in Information Technology
This program is for IT professionals who are seeking to extend and update their knowledge on advanced computing subjects.
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Graduate Diploma of Health Science (Education)
THIS PROGRAM WILL NOT BE OFFERED IN 2010
The graduate diploma is relevant for professionals who design, teach, supervise, assess or manage education programs for students, new graduates, service providers and patient educators in medicine, nursing, allied health professions and other health workers. Students who successfully complete the graduate diploma are eligible for full credit for their study and can articulate to the master's course.
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Graduate Diploma of Health Science (Exercise and Sport Science)
The course aims to provide advanced study in the broad discipline of exercise and sport science.
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Graduate Diploma of Health Science (Medical Radiation Sciences)
This program aims to advance the knowledge, skills, and attributes of medical radiation professionals in their field of specialisation, and to broaden their exposure to the wider field of health sciences.
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