HNN104 - Care of the Child and Young Person
| Year: | 2027 unit information |
|---|---|
| Enrolment modes: | Trimester 2: Burwood (Melbourne), Community Based Delivery (CBD)*, Warrnambool, Waterfront (Geelong) |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Cohort rule: | This unit is only available to students enrolled in D355, D381, D387, H326, H329 |
| Campus contact: | Trimester 2: |
| Prerequisite: | Nil |
| Corequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | HNN300 |
| Study commitment: | Students will spend on average 150 hours over the trimester undertaking synchronous and asynchronous teaching and learning activities for this unit. This will include 18 hours synchronous learning activities and 18 hours of guided asynchronous learning activities. |
| Scheduled learning activities - campus: | 1 x 2 hour seminar in weeks 1 - 9 |
Content
This unit, forms part of the Critical Understandings Cluster, addresses the unique aspects of caring for children and young people. It addresses growth and development, legal and ethical responsibilities associated with caring for children and young people, and their specific care requirements.
Students will learn about the registered nurse's role in symptom management and risk assessment for these groups, exploring evidence-informed interventions to promote optimal functioning and development.
The unit also focuses on communication with children and young people particularly those living with disabilities, those from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and those living in under-resourced contexts.