PHYSIOTH 4001 - Managing Chronic Conditions

Chronic conditions are becoming increasingly more prevalent. Chronic diseases contribute heavily to poor health and well-being and are a major source of health costs for government and individuals. They are recognised as the major cause of illness, disability and death in Australia. In this course, students will integrate core strands of theory knowledge and practice with contemporary health needs of individuals, groups, communities and populations. Student will explore knowledge and skills in health promotion, prevention, treatment and self-management of chronic conditions in both a group and individual context to develop expertise in working with individuals to promote self-management skills with a focus on optimising wellness. Students will critique models of health, theories of health behaviour and apply innovative problem-solving skills to health-related scenarios covering a range of chronic conditions. Inter-professional, person-centred, evidence-based and critical reflection approaches will be adopted.