This unit (HBD4001) will explore scientific principles, evidence and best practice management of skin conditions and disorders. Students will utilise a problem based learning approach to contextualise the role of the Dermal Clinician in the management of skin conditions and disorders utilising a range of stage appropriate assessment and management strategies. Students are required to have a Dermal Clinic Uniform pack, PPE packs including protective eye wear for lasers and have met the clinical learning requirements including police check, working with children, Hep B immunisation and privacy disclosure.
Unit details
Location:
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
HBD4001
Prerequisites
HBD3204 - Dermal Sciences 4
HBD3004 - Dermal Skills 2
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Learning Outcomes
| 1. | Interrogate scientific principles for treatment modalities and interventions used to manage pathophysiology of common skin conditions and disorders; | ||
| 2. | Evaluate current evidence and best practice in managing skin conditions and disorders; | ||
| 3. | Interrogate treatment options and justify selection of appropriate treatment strategies; and | ||
| 4. | Propose evidence based strategies for the holistic management of common skin conditions and disorders. |
Assessment
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Test | Online Tests x3 (30mins each) | 20% |
| Workshop | Student facilitated, educational workshop (group task, 30mins) | 40% |
| Report | Written problem-based report (group task, 2000 words) | 40% |
Required reading
Treatment of skin disease: comprehensive therapeutic strategies 5th ed
Lebwohl, M. G., Heymann, W. R., Berth-Jones, J., & Coulson, I. (2017)
Philadelphia, PA: Mosby Elsevier.
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