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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.
Please note that given the circumstances of COVID-19, there may be some modifications to the assessment schedule promoted in Handbook for Semester 1 2020 Units. Students will be notified of all approved modifications by Unit Coordinators via email and Unit Blackboard sites. Where changes have been made, these are designed to ensure that you still meet the unit learning outcomes in the context of our adjusted teaching and learning arrangements.
This unit prepares the student for the practice of dietetics in terms of professional communication skills and knowledge. The pathways to effective verbal and written communication with clients and colleagues are practised and explored to enable students to become reflective practitioners with the insight and ability to assist behaviour and change. Current professional protocols for documenting dietetic records are explored.
Students must have passed NUT5113, NUT5114 and NUT5115.
Unit was previously coded NUT5104
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trimstr 2 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Trimstr 2 | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
This unit will be delivered using technology enhanced learning, integrating face-to-face and digital experiences. Students will be required to access digital learning materials to prepare for their in-class workshop and tutorial activities. The use of cases will enhance student problem-solving abilities, and role play activities allow students to demonstrate verbal and non-verbal communication skills. There is a strong focus on development of cross-cultural competence, dietary counselling and reflective practice abilities through learning activities and assessment. Students will be provided with the opportunity to interact with clients within a student lead clinic to develop communication skills and individualised care plans.
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 Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Cross Cultural Assignment | 20% |
| Presentation ^ | Group Education Plan and Implementation | 30% |
| Performance ^ | Objective Structured Clinical Examination - Counselling | 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.
Please note that given the circumstances of COVID-19, there may be some modifications to the assessment schedule promoted in Handbook for this unit. All assessment changes will be published by 27 July 2020. All students are reminded to check handbook at the beginning of semester to ensure they have the correct outline.
This unit prepares the student for the practice of dietetics in terms of professional communication skills and knowledge. The pathways to effective verbal and written communication with clients and colleagues are practised and explored to enable students to become reflective practitioners with the insight and ability to assist behaviour and change. Current professional protocols for documenting dietetic records are explored.
Students must have passed NUT5113, NUT5114 and NUT5115.
Unit was previously coded NUT5104
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trimstr 2 | 13 x 2 hour lecture | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Trimstr 2 | 13 x 2 hour tutorial | Not Offered | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
This unit will be delivered using technology enhanced learning, integrating face-to-face and digital experiences. Students will be required to access digital learning materials to prepare for their in-class workshop and tutorial activities. The use of cases will enhance student problem-solving abilities, and role play activities allow students to demonstrate verbal and non-verbal communication skills. There is a strong focus on development of cross-cultural competence, dietary counselling and reflective practice abilities through learning activities and assessment. Students will be provided with the opportunity to interact with clients within a student lead clinic to develop communication skills and individualised care plans.
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 Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Cross Cultural Assignment | 20% |
| Presentation ^ | Group Education Plan and Implementation | 30% |
| Performance ^ | Objective Structured Clinical Examination - Counselling | 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.
NUT6102|2|2