92609 Pharmacological Therapies in Advanced Practice

6cp; on campus, intensive
Requisite(s): 92713 Health Breakdown AND 24 credit points of completed study
Postgraduate

This subject aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to prescribe and administer medications safely to patients within the student's specialist practice area. The subject allows students to focus on clinical pharmacological therapies relevant to the student's area of practice and the assessment of patients' responses to these therapies. Students study the actions of drugs including pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics as well as develop an understanding of their application to patients within their chosen speciality. The subject also explore the regulatory framework associated with prescribing and administering medications.

Fee information

2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $509.62
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: $2,166.00

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: 0.125

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