ORTH5057 at a glance...

Level:  Postgraduate

School/Department: 
Applied Vision Sciences

Credit points : 6

* The EFTSL value of a unit of study can be determined by dividing the Credit points by 48. For example, a 6 credit point unit of study has an EFTSL of 0.125 (6/48 = 0.125)

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Commonwealth Supported Places: $945

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Available in Semester 2 as Distance Education at Cumberland from 26 July 2010 to 31 October 2010

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Unit of Study: ORTH5057 - Advanced Ocular Motility

Participant will review principles of the assessment and treatment of strabismus and eye movement disorders. Through case study analysis, video presentations and case assessments participants will be encouraged to apply basic and innovative approaches to the diagnosis and management of patients with ocular motility defects. There will be an emphasis on evidence based practice and the application of recent research to clinical skills.

Unit coordinator: Assoc Prof Elaine Cornell, Ms Neryla Jolly

Classes: Web-based case discussion, tutorials, practical sessions

Assessment: Six case studies (60%), critical analysis (40%)

Pre-requisites: Qualification that enables registration with the Australian Orthoptic Board

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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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Master of Health Sciences

THIS PROGRAM WILL NOT BE OFFERED IN 2010

This flexible post-graduate program aims to equip health care professionals with the knowledge, understanding and expertise to succeed in the contemporary health care sector.
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