Unit snapshot

  • Unit type
    PG Coursework Unit
  • Credit points
    12
  • Faculty & College
    Faculty of Health
  • Placement
    No

Unit description

Introduces students to an evidence-based approach to health practice. Students will explore key research methodologies and designs. They will frame relevant structured questions, search databases and critically appraise different types of evidence to consider how that evidence might inform responses in day-to-day health, social and community care settings.

This unit is an integral part of a selection of courses at SCU Online. Each course incorporates this unit into a complete and immersive educational experience. If you're interested in this unit, we highly recommend enrolling in one of the courses listed below.

 

Unit content

  • Introduction to evidence-based practice, research designs and methods
  • Finding different types of evidence to answer research questions
  • The process of appraising evidence
  • How to implement evidence-based practices
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A doctor and a male MBA Health Services Management student in a suit examining a tablet together, engaged in a discussion about patient information or medical data

Learning outcomes

Unit Learning Outcomes express learning achievement in terms of what a student should know, understand and be able to do on completion of a unit. These outcomes are aligned with the graduate attributes. The unit learning outcomes and graduate attributes are also the basis of evaluating prior learning.

 

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

  • Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the main research philosophical perspectives and methodologies including their assumptions and practical applications
  • Identify the consequences of poor practice in health, social and community care settings
  • Critically appraise evidence
  • Provide an evidence based practice framework to resolve a poor practice in health, social, and community services

Teaching and assessment

Teaching method
Structured online learning

Assessment
Discussion board: 10%
Critical review 1: 30%
Critical review 2: 60%

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A nurse assists a patient in a hospital room, providing care and support in a clinical environment.

Study this unit in the following courses

This unit is a fundamental component of the full courses listed below, each designed to equip you with the in-depth knowledge and skills needed to achieve your career goals. To fully benefit from your learning experience and apply it to real-world challenges, engaging with the entire course is essential. Explore the courses that include this unit and take the next step towards your professional success.

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