This subject introduces the student to the concepts of lifespan development and to
the reasons why health professional students study this topic. Physical, cognitive
and psychosocial concepts are examined in relation to major theorists and stages of
human development from preconception through to end of life. The psychosocial aspects
in relation to social constructions, multiculturalism, health and well being are also
examined. Major topics will include: biological beginnings, infancy, early childhood,
middle and late childhood, adolescence, young adulthood, middle and late adulthood,
end of life and disability. The lifespan development approach provides a holistic,
person centred understanding of development and examines and integrates the changes
that occur over time in all domains of development. This perspective enables health
professionals to better understand the effects that change or transition has on the
health and well being of clients. Many of the health issues and problems that clients
present to health professionals involve transition from one phase or task in life
to another. By considering each life issue and transition, in the context of the entire
lifespan, students gain a deeper understanding of the meaning of the challenges faced
and the assistance that may be required by the client and their family.
Availabilities
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Townsville,
Internal,
Study Period 1
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Census Date 27-Mar-2014 |
Coordinator: |
Dr Karen Yates |
Lecturers:
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Dr Ylona Chun Tie, Dr Karen Yates, Miss Vanessa Sparke. |
Workload expectations: |
- 26 hours lectures
- 26 hours tutorials
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Assessment: |
end of semester exam (50%); (40%); (10%). |
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External,
Study Period 1
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Census Date 27-Mar-2014 |
Coordinator: |
Dr Karen Yates |
Lecturers:
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Dr Ylona Chun Tie, Dr Karen Yates, Miss Vanessa Sparke. |
Method of Delivery: |
WWW - LearnJCU |
Assessment: |
end of semester exam (50%); (40%); (10%). |
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Cairns,
Internal,
Study Period 1
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Census Date 27-Mar-2014 |
Coordinator: |
Dr Karen Yates |
Lecturers:
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Dr Ylona Chun Tie, Miss Vanessa Sparke. |
Workload expectations: |
- 26 hours lectures
- 26 hours tutorials
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Assessment: |
end of semester exam (50%); (40%); (10%). |
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Mackay,
Internal,
Study Period 1
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Census Date 27-Mar-2014 |
Coordinator: |
Dr Karen Yates |
Lecturers:
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Dr Ylona Chun Tie, Dr Karen Yates, Miss Vanessa Sparke. |
Workload expectations: |
- 26 hours lectures
- 26 hours tutorials
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Assessment: |
end of semester exam (50%); (40%); (10%). |
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Mount Isa,
Internal,
Study Period 1
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Census Date 27-Mar-2014 |
Coordinator: |
Dr Karen Yates |
Lecturers:
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Dr Ylona Chun Tie, Dr Karen Yates, Miss Vanessa Sparke. |
Workload expectations: |
- 26 hours lectures
- 26 hours tutorials
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Assessment: |
end of semester exam (50%); (40%); (10%). |
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Thursday Isl,
Internal,
Study Period 1
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Census Date 27-Mar-2014 |
Coordinator: |
Dr Karen Yates |
Lecturers:
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Dr Ylona Chun Tie, Dr Karen Yates, Miss Vanessa Sparke. |
Workload expectations: |
- 26 hours lectures
- 26 hours tutorials
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Assessment: |
end of semester exam (50%); (40%); (10%). |
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