James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2024

MO1012 - Neurological Conditions

This module has been developed specifically for allied health professionals in the following professions: Clinical Exercise Physiology; Dietetics, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Psychology, Social Work and Speech Pathology.

Subject Description

This module explores neurological conditions as well as assessment and intervention strategies within the rural and remote practice context. Participants will be guided to review a neurological assessment specific to their profession. Additionally, participants will develop a Care Plan for a rural/remote based client living with a neurological condition.

Learning Outcomes

• Combine advanced knowledge of neurological conditions and assessment and clinical reasoning skills, to formulate and communicate care plans designed to optimise care in the rural and/or remote setting in accordance with best practice guidelines and local service strategic intent

Subject Assessment

• Written - Care plan - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Special Assessment Requirements

Passing requirements: achieve satisfactory for all assessment.

Assumed Knowledge:  Participants are responsible for ensuring they are practicing in accordance with the regulatory instruments of their specific health profession, within their own personal scope of practice or practice or experience level and in accordance with the policies of their employer.

Availabilities