92237 Primary Health Care

4cp; 20 theoretical hours, mixed, 25 fieldwork hours
Requisite(s): 24 credit points of completed study in C10122 Bachelor of Nursing OR 24 credit points of completed study in C10123 Bachelor of Nursing Bachelor of Arts in International Studies
Undergraduate

Health promotion and primary health care as defined by the World Health Organization form the framework for exploring the principles and practice of community health nursing and the dynamic nature of the community. The subject uses insights from the disciplines of epidemiology, population health and sociology to examine the health needs of vulnerable groups in the community. The importance of ecological sustainability to the health of the community is also addressed.

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus
Spring semester, Kuring-gai campus
Summer session, Kuring-gai campus

Fee information

2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $339.75
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $1,444.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.083

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