PDC50215 - Understanding the Australian Health Care System

Version Effective: 4th of March, 2021

Course Details

Course Summary

This online micro-credential introduces the role of governments in the contextual provisions of healthcare in Australia and our recent health reforms. It outlines the multiple systems of health care, the major types of health services available, models of care and the health considerations of vulnerable groups within Australia. Though the Australian healthcare system is far from perfect, it is considered one of the best in the world when it comes to delivery, availability and affordability for the Australian population.

This is a non-creditable micro-credential which is awarded a digital badge and Certificate of Completion which can be shared to your social networks and displayed in your professional portfolio.

Requirements - To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements, however, students enrolling in this course should work in the healthcare profession.

Course Details

Course Type Short Course (Professional Development)
Student Availability
  • Domestic
  • International
Fees
Application Mode
  • Other
How to Apply
For direct access to the micro-credential, visit our Learning Management Site: Be Different

Simply set up an account on the site to pay and access the micro-credential you wish to study.
Study Area
  • Health
Skill Area
  • Health

Admission Codes

Domestic Students
Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes
Not Applicable
International Students
CRICOS Codes
Not Applicable

Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations

Undertaking this micro-credential enables students to meet their Continuing Professional Development obligations and industry update requirements in their profession. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be awarded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours, a non-creditable micro-credential (Digital Badge) and a Certificate of Completion.

Course Structures
Standard Micro-Credential Structure

10 hours
  • Online


Course Learning Outcomes
  1. Explain the role of government in the provision of healthcare in Australia
  2. Outline the National health Safety Quality Service Standards
  3. Compare contemporary models of healthcare utilised in Australia
  4. Describe some of the vulnerable groups in Australia and list the health and support services available to them
  5. Outline the different contemporary models of health care.

Assessment

Online Quiz

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