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Flinders University
School of Nursing and Midwifery - Cardiovascular nursing
Adelaide: Flinders University
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Offered in internal mode to Registered Nurses within the Graduate Certificate in Health and the Graduate Diploma in Nursing. See the main Nursing entry for information about entry requirements and articulation.

This stream aims to equip registered nurses to care for patients with altered cardiovascular function. It comprises two 9 unit topics - Cardiovascular Nursing Studies A and either Cardiovascular Nursing Studies B or Clinical Specialty Negotiated Study. A minimum of 24 hours per week of clinical practice is required.

Cardiovascular Nursing Studies A provides the basic knowledge and skills needed to care for patients who are experiencing an alteration in cardio-vascular function. The content includes pathophysiology, physiology, health assessment and patient management. Emphasis is placed on preventative health care, patient and family teaching.

Cardiovascular Nursing Studies B aims to develop advanced nursing skills in the care of critically ill cardiovascular patients. Students also explore and apply ethical principles relevant to clinical trials, technology and health care.

Clinical Specialty Negotiated Study is designed to meet the variable learning needs of students who have completed Cardiovascular Nursing Studies A. Enrolment is subject to the approval of the course coordinator. This flexible topic allows participants to negotiate learning content which is specific to their needs and relevant to their area of practice. The overall aim is to further develop clinical judgement and decision making skills for patient management in the student's specialty.

Further information:

Ms Anni Liwu - Coordinator
Ph: (08) 8204 4341
Fax: (08) 8204 5907
Email: anni.liwu@fmc.sa.gov.au

Heart Research Centre
Training programs
The Royal Melbourne Hospital
University of Melbourne

The Heart Research Centre conducts a number of training programs and workshops for health professionals working with cardiac patients, family members and others at high risk of cardiovascular disease.

For further information:

Emma Llewelyn
Heart Research Centre
PO Box 2137
The Royal Melbourne Hospital
VIC 3050
Ph: (03) 9326 8544
Fax: (03) 9326 5066

Marr Mooditj Aboriginal Health College
Diploma in Lifestyle (Cardiovascular, Diabetes and Renal)
Waterford: Marr Mooditj Foundation
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This course provides skills and knowledge for the Aboriginal Health Worker to provide health education and services for cardiovascular, diabetes and renal disease.

Recruitment of student Aboriginal health workers will be conducted at all times in an ethical and responsible manner. Selection of students must be fair and comply with equal opportunity legislation.

  • Students are required to be recognized members of the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community
  • Students who are endorsed or supported by an Aboriginal organization, community or intending employment body/agency will be accepted for admission (the community reference in the application must be completed)
  • Students who need assistance with numeracy and literacy skills will have their enrolment accepted and be directed towards an appropriate learning centre prior to course commencement
  • All students will be given the opportunity to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) of Skills Recognition

Marr Mooditj Foundation observes and abides by the Equal Opportunity guidelines.

For further information:

Marr Mooditj Foundation
295 Manning Road
Waterford WA 6152

PO Box 1030
Bentley Delivery Centre WA 6983
Ph: (08) 9351 9344
Fax: (08) 9350 6830
Email: enquiries@marr-mooditj.com.au

National Heart Foundation
Heart health training for Aboriginal health workers
Perth: Heart Foundation
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In 1997 the Heart Foundation (WA Division) and Perth Aboriginal Medical Service (now Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service) developed a training course to address cardiovascular disease amongst Aboriginal People in Western Australia. The Course in cardiovascular health for Aboriginal Health Workers (ASF Level 5) is the first of its kind in Australia and has been nationally accredited and registered. The course aims to provide Aboriginal health workers with the knowledge and skills to conduct heart disease prevention programs in their communities.

The course consists of 55 education sessions over two weeks of full-time study. Each of the risk factors for heart disease is covered in detail, as well as several health promotion skills. Further modules focus on taking action in different settings, such as working with individuals, schools, institutions, families, communities and special groups. Nine Aboriginal health workers from the Perth metropolitan area completed the first course in March 1998 and received their certificates during Heart Week.

The Heart Foundation and Derbarl Yerrigan are eager to extend the course throughout WA in the future. Presenter and participant manuals are currently being compiled. Over the last few years small progress has been made due to staff employment in the area.

Currently there are 19 trained Aboriginal Heart Health Workers in the southwest area of WA. The National Heart Foundation is looking at extending this number.

For further information:

Lyn Dimer
Ph: (08) 9382 5924
Fax: (08) 9388 3383
Email: Lyn.Dimer@heartfoundation.com.au

North Queensland Workforce Unit
Cardiovascular rehabilitation and secondary prevention course for Indigenous health workers.
Brisbane: Queensland Health
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The course has been developed to introduce health workers to cardiovascular rehabilitation and secondary prevention. They will be able to increase their knowledge and skills in this specialty area to start their own program in their community.

The Unit is currently working through the process to get the course re-accredited and this will take approximately 8 months. The course will be piloted to Indigenous Health Workers in 2005.

Delivery mode:

  • Ten audiographic sessions
  • Workbook activities
  • Five day workshop in Cairns

For further information about the course:

Norma Lukies
Ph: (07) 4050 8907
Email: norma_lukies@health.qld.gov.au

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