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Immunisation
We have expanded our immunisation learning pathways to support anyone working in Primary Healthcare.
Immunisation Endorsement Pathway (Nurse Immuniser): HESA accredited course for students who are required to administer vaccinations independent of a Medical Officer.
Immunisation Clinical Pathway (Immunisation Practice): For students who are required to immunise under the observation of a medical officer as part of their scope of practice.
Immunisation Practice Support Pathway (Immunisation Support): For students who do not immunise as part of their scope of practice.
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Ears
You have selected Ears which means you have the option to start your Ear Health learning pathway! The Ear Health learning pathway starts by building your base knowledge with the nationally-accredited online program, Foundations of Ear Health (level 1). You can then continue on with 4 more nationally-accredited Courses (level 2) - options are dependent on your current qualifications, and topics include the ear and hearing health (including wax removal), otitis media, tympanometry and microsuction. Once you hit ‘apply now’ from any of the individual course pages below, you can bundle as many courses as you like. Happy learning!
We look forward to expanding the Ear Health Learning Pathway in 2021 with some exciting new programs.
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The Wound Management Pathway includes two levels that students complete in sequence:
- Level 1: Wound Management: Foundations and Principles (Online-only learning)
- Level 2: Wound Management: Advanced Practice (Online learning, workshop and workplace activities)
Wound Management: Foundations and Principles
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Online Only
Program Brochure
$95.00 inc GST
per student
30 hours study
CPD hours
As a general guide, one hour of active learning equates to one hour of CPD. It is the responsibility of the individual student to calculate how many hours of active learning have been completed. The hours of active learning estimated above should act as a guide to CPD hours.
Wound Management: Advanced Practice
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Online + Workshop
Program Brochure
$295 inc GST
per student
8 hours study
CPD hours
As a general guide, one hour of active learning equates to one hour of CPD. It is the responsibility of the individual student to calculate how many hours of active learning have been completed. The hours of active learning estimated above should act as a guide to CPD hours.
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1/2 Day
Workshop
$390 inc GST
per student
4 Locations
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38 hours study
CPD hours
As a general guide, one hour of active learning equates to one hour of CPD. It is the responsibility of the individual student to calculate how many hours of active learning have been completed. The hours of active learning estimated above should act as a guide to CPD hours.
Suitable Professions
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health
Nurses
General Practitioners
Allied Health Workers
Pathway Delivery
- Half day face-to-face workshop
- In-class activities assessed by a qualified assessor
- Workplace observed practice
- Online assessment completed via accessIQ
Please note, the online learning assessments will need to be completed before you are able to book into a workshop.
Entry requirements
Entrants to the Wound Management Pathway must provide evidence of a relevant professional role. Relevant roles would include:
- Registered Nurses
- Enrolled Nurses
- Allied Health Workers
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Practitioners
- General Practitioners
- General Practice Registrars
- Others on application.
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Available workshop locations
The Wound Management Pathway requires you to complete a half day face-to-face workshop. Below are the current available workshop dates, which you will be able to select once you have completed the online component. It’s handy to note though, once you click ‘Apply Now’ you can start the online learning now even if there is not a workshop date that suits you. The ‘Apply Now’ button will take you to accessIQ, our online learning and assessment platform. Simply log in using your existing details or create a new account, and then follow the prompts to apply. Happy learning!
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BRISBANE AIRPORT QLD
Brisbane Airport Conference Centre
10 June 20218:45AM - 1:00PM
PARKVILLE VIC
The Larwill Studio, Parkville
02 July 20218:45AM - 1:00PM
SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT NSW
Rydges Sydney Airport, Sydney International Airport
07 July 20218:45AM - 1:00PM
PARRAMATTA NSW
Novotel Parramatta, Parramatta
13 July 20218:45AM - 1:00PM
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Pathway overview
The Wound Management Pathway aims to expand students knowledge and skills required in the assessment, management and prevention of wounds in a primary health care environment including community-based, educational, occupational and informal settings and in general practice.
Pathway outline
The Wound Management Pathway aims to expand students knowledge and skills required to identify wound types and apply appropriate dressings to support wound healing in a primary health care environment.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of the pathway, students should have the skills and knowledge to enable them to:
- Accurately identify wound types
- Apply appropriate wound assessment methods to clinical practice
- Identify chronic wound features and associated clinical features including interpretation of wound terminology
- Identify and perform appropriate wound cleansing and debridement methods
- Obtain a compliant wound swab culture using best practice methods
- Make informed appropriate choices of wound dressings based on accurate wound assessment
- Use appropriate documentation and report writing methods to provide patient education, and consistent and ongoing care.
Delivery
- Half day face-to-face workshop
- In-class activities assessed by a qualified assessor
- Workplace observed practice
- Online assessment completed via accessIQ
Assessment
To achieve competency in this pathway, students must successfully complete:
- Realistic skills simulations
- Written assessment covering essential knowledge and skills
- Workplace observed practice.
Workplace observed practice is a mandatory requirement for this course, workplace practice must be observed by a peer or suitably qualified clinician. All workplace activities must be completed in accordance with work health and safety.
All workplace observed activities must be completed in accordance with work health and safety standards and infection control policies and procedure.
All workplace observed activities must be completed in accordance with workplace policies and procedures of the facility where the activity is being conducted.
Workplace Activities
For more information on the workplace activities please click here
Units of competency
- HLTENN006 Apply principles of wound management in the clinical environment
- HLTENN015 Apply nursing practice in the primary health care setting
What to expect
The face-to-face workshop will explore a range of complex case studies, treatment options and dressing applications, and a range of practical skills. The case studies focus on the delivery of a holistic approach to treating wounds, and provides clinical guidance on the decision-making process for selecting optimal treatment plans.
What we expect
Students enrolled in The Benchmarque Group courses should adhere to the following principles:
- Display a commitment to learning and to achieving success
- Be responsible and accountable for their own learning, behaviour and decisions
- Actively participate in all workshop activities and learning experiences
- Attend all scheduled sessions and be punctual at all times
- Complete all online assessments and workplace practice activities
- Work in harmony and respect the rights and opinions of staff and other students
- Treat others as they themselves would like to be treated
- Use acceptable language at all times.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Continuing Professional Development (CPD)?
Continuing professional development is the means by which members of the clinical profession maintain, improve and broaden their knowledge, expertise and competence, and develop the personal and professional qualities required throughout their professional lives.
The CPD cycle involves reviewing practice, identifying learning needs, planning and participating in relevant learning activities, and reflecting on the value of those activities.
How many CPD hours will I achieve for completing this Program?
As a general guide, one hour of active learning equates to one hour of CPD. It is the responsibility of the individual student to calculate how many hours of active learning have been completed. The hours of active learning estimated above should act as a guide to CPD hours.
How long do I have to complete the assessment?
12 months. The time is calculated from when a student receives and opens their assessment. Within the accessIQ platform, students will be provided an initial 6 months to complete and submit all required assessment activities. Friendly email reminders will be sent to students to ensure an assessment is completed on time. At the completion of the 6 month period, students can request up to a maximum of 2 extensions, each extension being for a period of 90 days. If requesting a second extension, the request must be in writing.
If the entire 12 month period expires and a final assessment has not been submitted, The Benchmarque Group reserves the right to deem the assessment Not Competent and remove the student from the program.
What if I cannot complete the assessment in the allocated time?
If the entire 12 month period expires and a final assessment has not been submitted, The Benchmarque Group reserves the right to deem the assessment Not Competent and remove the student from the program.
How many times can I submit my assessment?
If you are deemed Not Yet Competent on your first and second assessment submissions, feedback will be provided. It is very important that you read all the feedback provided. The Assessor will have identified any areas where additional evidence is required or any questions that need to be reviewed and resubmitted. If, after 3 unsuccessful submissions, you are unable to demonstrate competency on your assessment, your assessment will be deemed Not Competent. Feedback will be provided to you and what the possible following steps and outcomes are.
What do I receive at the completion of the program?
At the completion of the program, successful students will receive a Statement of Attainment for Wound Management: Advanced Practice Program. A Statement of Attainment is issued when an individual has completed one or more accredited units.
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