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Clinical Practice (PAED90020)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 37.5Off Campus
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Academic Contact:
Dr Jan Hodgson
hodgson@unimelb.edu.au
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Overview
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Together with WELF90009 Genetic Counselling Practice 1 and WELF90008 Genetic Counselling Practice 2, this subject comprises a comprehensive series of courses that enable students to seamlessly integrate theoretical concepts with practical application. Successful completion of this year-long subject necessitates a minimum of 48 days of clinical placements in clinical genetics settings
In this subject, students will engage in a dynamic learning experience that combines observation, supervised practice, and increasing levels of responsibility throughout their clinical placements. The aim is to develop the necessary skills and core competencies required for professional certification by the Human Genetics Society of Australasia (HGSA) (Competency Standards for GCs.pdf (hgsa.org.au)).
Throughout the subject, students will have the opportunity to reflect critically on the scope of practice of genetic counselling and understand the pivotal role of genetic counsellors within multidisciplinary teams (LO1). They will also explore and integrate relevant counselling and communication theories into their practice through observation and hands-on experience (LO2).
Supervision will play a key role in this subject, allowing students to engage in discussions and critical reflections on ethical issues, thereby enhancing their self-awareness (LO3). By actively participating in client consultations, creating comprehensive long case reports, maintaining logbooks, and receiving supervision, students will demonstrate the application of core competencies expected of entry-level genetic counsellors as defined by the HGSA (LO4). These core competencies include effective communication skills, reflective practice, critical thinking, proficient case management abilities, and maintaining professional and ethical standards.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of the subject, students should be able to:
- Identify and critically reflect upon the scope of practice of genetic counselling and the role of the genetic counsellor within a multidisciplinary team;
- Identify and integrate relevant theories of counselling and communication into the practice of genetic counselling through observation and practice;
- Engage in the process of supervision as a means to developing self-awareness through discussion and critical reflection of ethics in practice issues;
- Illustrate appropriate application of core competencies* for an entry level genetic counsellor as described by Human Genetics Society of Australasia (HGSA) Board of Censors by performing and reflecting upon client consultations, case reports, log books and supervision *Core competencies – communication skills, reflective practice, critical thinking, case management skills, professional and ethical practice
Generic skills
On completing the subject students should be able to:
- Develop effective interpersonal communication skills to engage and establish rapport in counselling interviews across various domains;
- Critically evaluate the application of theoretical frameworks to establish effective counselling models and strategies;
- Acquire a comprehensive understanding of counselling processes and the diverse range of skills employed during interviews;
- Build a strong ethical foundation for professional practice, adhering to ethical principles and guidelines;
- Identify and analyse various counselling theories applicable to clinical interviews and practice, integrating them effectively;
- Enhance skills and knowledge through extensive reading and exploration of relevant literature in the field;
- Understand the principles of constructing case studies to meet certification criteria and write case studies based on clinical experiences during placements;
- Maintain a meticulous logbook documenting clinical interactions with individuals and families, ensuring compliance with professional requirements
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into the MC-GENCOUN Master of Genetic Counselling
AND
Completion of a minimum of 100 credit points of first year subjects in the course
AND
All of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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WELF90009 | Genetic Counselling Practice 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Note: these can be taken concurrently (at the same time)
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Assessment by the supervisor with the student for placement 1, 750 words total (24 day placement) AND student reflection on placement 1, 1125 words total.
| Due two weeks after completion of placement 1. | 12.5% |
Assessment by the supervisor with the student for placement 2, 750 words total (24 day placement) AND Student reflection on placement 2, 1125 words total.
| Due two weeks after completion of placement 2. | 12.5% |
Written professional portfolio containing a logbook of 50 cases and education report
| Due Semester 2 Assessment Period | 20% |
Written long case report 1
| Due Semester 1 Assessment Period | 25% |
Written long case report 2
| Due Semester 2 Assessment Period | 25% |
Written letter to patient (from long case report 2)
| Due Semester 2 Assessment Period | 5% |
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Year Long - Off Campus
Principal coordinators Jan Hodgson, Samantha Wake, and Melody Menezes Mode of delivery Off Campus Contact hours Min 2 days per week for 8 weeks Total time commitment 510 hours Teaching period 26 February 2024 to 20 October 2024 Last self-enrol date 8 March 2024 Census date 31 May 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 September 2024 Assessment period ends 15 November 2024 Year Long contact information
Academic Contact:
Dr Jan Hodgson
hodgson@unimelb.edu.au
Administrative Contact:
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Additional delivery details
Three (3) placements throughout the year, undertaken at services providing genetic counselling in Victoria. At the discretion of the Program Director, student may undertake one of their clinical placements interstate or overseas.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
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Type Name Course Master of Genetic Counselling - Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 31 January 2024