There are a number of unusual expectations associated with this paper due to it being an internship. Please read all the information in the outline carefully so you are able to meet the expectations.
This unique culminating educational program provides the opportunity of a placement (also referred to as an internship) in a contemporary health service setting. During the placement you are supported to gain a critical understanding of the hosting organisation through day-to-day exposure to service provision. This will be achieved through carrying out an assigned project, undertaking observations, reviewing of service documents, shadowing staff members to gain an understanding of what they do, sitting in on meetings, asking questions and having discussions with staff members. This is all very valuable experiential learning that will help inform written assignments.
The placement gives you the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills reflecting the graduate profile for the BHSc. It is a chance to integrate and apply in real world practice the theory you have learnt so far in your degree. This course has the potential to be emotionally demanding as you explore issues of work readiness, employability and the transition out of university into the next phase of your career. By reflecting on, thinking about , writing and talking about what has occurred during placement your experiential learning will be extended and enhanced.
POPLHLTH302 is very different from most other university courses due to its strong experiential focus and it being a critical transition point. The value of making sense of these experiences in the classroom via reflective exercises and classroom discussions is key to your success. A willingness to take brave steps, to talk about what you are noticing during placement and to share and unpack these experiences will not only enhance your learning, but will also have a positive influence on others.
The placement provides you with an opportunity to 'try out' a specific organisational context, to extend your professional networks and to have challenging and rewarding work experiences that will help you to make better informed choices about your future career. Be prepared for a challenging course, previous students tell us that 302 is a hard course to juggle so excellent time management and planning skills will be essential to your success.
In order to pass 302 the following requirements must be met
1. 60 hours of placement activity signed off by your supervisor
2. 50% grade across all submitted assignments, one of which MUST include assignment four
3. Confirmation from your supervisor that you have submitted your project
Be aware that you are required to undertake a number of activities BEFORE SEMESTER STARTS. These include completing a criminal justice check, a comprehensive questionnaire and in some circumstances a one to one meeting with the Course Coordinator. These expectations will be communicated via Campus announcements so it is important you keep a close watch on your emails over the breaks so you can meet to expectations associated with allocation of placements. If you are overseas during breaks you must take responsibility for contacting the Course Coordinator to ensure these expectations are met in a timely manner.