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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This is the third workplace integrated learning unit in a series of six clinical midwifery practice units. In this unit students are provided with the opportunity to focus on further developing their skills in skills in providing woman-centred care in the antenatal and postnatal periods. Students will be prepared for their exposure to these practice areas through an intensive series of lectures and clinical skills workshops provided by the core midwifery teaching team in conjunction with a range of women-centred midwifery and allied maternity care associates. Students will have the opportunity to further develop the knowledge, techniques and skills required by the midwife in the antenatal and postnatal periods; competence in holistic assessment, health promotion, physical and emotional care of women, the facilitation of womens ante- and postnatal decision-making, and collaborative interprofessional working are included in this unit.
Students must pass 1 units from MIP2101
Unit was previously coded MPT3204
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Work done in an actual workplace in which the student applies discipline-specific knowledge and skills, supervised by an industry professional at an ECU campus or location.
Online interactive learning activities, tutorials, workshops, clinical practicum: 80 hrs and at least 30 hours of CoCE.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Written case study assignment | 40% |
| Portfolio ^ | Successful completion of clinical practicum and at least 30 hours of CoCE | 10% |
| Test ^ | Online timed test consisting of multiple choice and short and long answer questions | 50% |
^ Mandatory to Pass
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This is the third workplace integrated learning unit in a series of six clinical midwifery practice units. In this unit students are provided with the opportunity to focus on further developing their skills in skills in providing woman-centred care in the antenatal and postnatal periods. Students will be prepared for their exposure to these practice areas through an intensive series of lectures and clinical skills workshops provided by the core midwifery teaching team in conjunction with a range of women-centred midwifery and allied maternity care associates. Students will have the opportunity to further develop the knowledge, techniques and skills required by the midwife in the antenatal and postnatal periods; competence in holistic assessment, health promotion, physical and emotional care of women, the facilitation of womens ante- and postnatal decision-making, and collaborative interprofessional working are included in this unit. This unit is a designated unit, which means only one attempt is allowed. Failure of a designated unit may result in exclusion from the course.
Students will also be required to undertake clinical practicum during the hours laid down by their host clinical agency and that these may occur at times outside the identified semester weeks. Additionally, pre-identified clinical practicum periods may change with minimal notice to students due to circumstances outside the control of the School. Students are also required to conduct continuity of care experiences, these may occur outside of identified semester weeks.
Students must pass 1 units from MIP2101
Unit was previously coded MPT3204
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 9 x 3 hour tutorial | Not Offered | 9 x 3 hour tutorial |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
Work done in an actual workplace in which the student applies discipline-specific knowledge and skills, supervised by an industry professional at an ECU campus or location.
Online interactive learning activities, tutorials, workshops, clinical practicum: 80 hrs and at least 30 hours of CoCE.
GS2 GRADING SCHEMA 2 Used for Undifferentiated Pass/Fail units inc. practical units or work-integrated learning
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
Due to the professional competency skill development associated with this Unit, student attendance/participation within listed in-class activities and/or online activities including discussion boards is compulsory. Students failing to meet participation standards as outlined in the unit plan may be awarded an I Grade (Fail - incomplete). Students who are unable to meet this requirement for medical or other reasons must seek the approval of the unit coordinator.
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Portfolio ^ | Portfolio (Clinical placement requirements, simulation activity participation, medication calculation test) |
| Assignment ^ | Video presentation |
| Portfolio ^ | Midwifery portfolio (Midwifery experiences, Continuity of Care Experience (min 30 hrs) and Midwifery Clinical Assessment Tool) |
| Practicum ^ | Australian Midwifery Standards Assessment Tool |
| Reflective Practice ^ | Professional reflection |
^ Mandatory to Pass
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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