Postgraduate - Edith Cowan University

Plus 40 credit points (2 units) selected from the following two
options:
PRH5304 Complementary and Alternative Medicines 20
PRH5305 Complementary and Alternative Physical
Therapies 20
MMP5102 Evidence-based Chronic Disease Management 20
PRH5101 Men's Health and Prevention 20
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF FAMILY
MEDICINE
Course Code M44
INTRODUCTION
The Postgraduate Diploma of Family Medicine has been
developed for general practitioners seeking a greater depth of
understanding of this field. The course has been designed for
practising clinicians with a focus on evidence-based practice,
systems to manage contemporary issues, as well as the application
of knowledge into the clinical situation.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants require a medical degree from a recognised institution.
COURSE LOCATION
This course is available on Churchlands, and Joondalup
Campuses.
MODE OF STUDY
This course is available by Full-time, or Part-time mode.
MODE OF DELIVERY
This course is available in the following mode of delivery - Offcampus.
COURSE STRUCTURE
Students will complete a total of 120 credit points in accordance
with the following course structure:
STAGE 1
FAM5101 Family Medicine: Practice and Principles 1 20
FAM5102 Family Medicine: Practice and Principles 2 20
Elective unit
Successful completion of Stage 1 results in eligibility to exit with a
Post Graduate Certificate of Family Medicine.
STAGE 2
MMP5101 Evidence Based Practice 20
FAM6102 Medicine: Principles of Applied Research 20
FAM6203 Medicine: Applied Research Project 20
Suggested elective in geriatric medicine, preventive health,
palliative care, men's health, occupational medicine, and sexual
health units.
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF GERIATRIC
MEDICINE
Course Code M46
INTRODUCTION
The Postgraduate Diploma of Geriatric Medicine equips medical
practitioners with the knowledge and skills to provide high quality
and contemporary care for the older person.
COURSE AIMS
The course has a clinical focus, emphasising the common
problems encountered with ageing. In recognition of the
importance of restoration and maintainance of function and
quality of life both in older adults who are unwell as well as those
who are healthy, preventive aspects are explored within an
evidence-based context. The concepts of multidisciplinary team
care and the structure of health care are explored and the student
is encouraged to consider these aspects within his/her own health
system.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants require a medical degree from a recognised institution.
COURSE LOCATION
This course is available on Churchlands, and Joondalup
Campuses.
MODE OF STUDY
This course is available by Full-time, or Part-time mode.
MODE OF DELIVERY
This course is available in the following mode of delivery - Offcampus.
COURSE STRUCTURE
Students will complete a total of six units (120 credit points) as
per the below course structure:
STAGE 1
GME5101 Geriatric Medicine 1: An Overview 20
GME5102 Geriatric Medicine 2: Common Syndromes 1 20
PRH5107 Preventative Medicine # 20
Successful completion of Stage 1 results in eligibility to exit with a
Graduate Certificate of Geriatric Medicine.
STAGE 2
MMP5101 Evidence Based Practice 20
GME5103 Geriatric Medicine 3: Common Syndromes 2 20
GME5104 Geriatric Medicine 4: Clinical Management 1 20
# or electives in preventive health, palliative care and family
medicine.
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF MIDWIFERY
Course Code U33
Course Code V19
The Postgraduate Diploma of Midwifery prepares competent,
confident beginning midwife practitioners for the challenge of
contemporary midwifery practice. Graduates meet the Australian
Nursing & Midwifery Council's Competency Standards as well as
the requirements for registration as a Midwife with the Nurse's
Board of Western Australia.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
A Bachelor of Nursing or its equivalent is required for admission.
Applicants must be eligibile for registration with the Nurse's
Board of Western Australia.
104 ECU Postgraduate Course Guide 2008