Exercise Assessments and Interventions for Cardiorespiratory Conditions

    Unit code: SCL6000 | Study level: Postgraduate
    Credit points
    12
    (Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
    Location
    Footscray Park
    Prerequisites
    N/A
    Overview
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    Overview

    The learning for this unit of study focuses on exercise assessments and interventions for cardiorespiratory conditions; this being a core knowledge and skills category requirement for graduates seeking professional accreditation with Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA). It will include exercise testing and prescription for a range of conditions, including (but not limited to) pathophysiology and rehabilitation specific to hypertension, heart failure, asthma, cystic fibrosis, COPD, and peripheral arterial disease.

    Learning Outcomes

    On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

    1. Comprehend, critically evaluate and apply knowledge of pathophysiology, clinical exercise testing and exercise prescription for cardiorespiratory conditions;
    2. Appraise, design and apply knowledge of exercise prescription for cardiorespiratory pathophysiology and rehabilitation for a range of conditions;
    3. Research, evaluate, and critically appraise the literature relating to clinical exercise testing and exercise prescription for patients presenting with cardiorespiratory conditions; and
    4. Integrate theoretical knowledge into their practical skills for the purpose of prescribing theoretically and practically sound exercise programs for people with cardiorespiratory conditions and their complex care needs.

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    Assessment

    For Melbourne campuses

    Assessment type: Practicum
    |
    Grade: 15%
    Practical assessment of lung function testing and results interpretation
    Assessment type: Assignment
    |
    Grade: 15%
    Part A - Written case study response including patient history, clinical assessments and pathology-specific outcomes
    Assessment type: Assignment
    |
    Grade: 30%
    Part B - Written assignment incorporating feedback from Part A to inform a structured and progressive exercise program
    Assessment type: Other
    |
    Grade: 40%
    Objective structured clinical practical examination based on comprehensive clinical case studies

    Hurdle: To gain an overall pass in this unit, students must attend and complete 80% of the practical (lab) sessions.

    Required reading

    Resource Manual For Guidelines For Exercise Testing And Exercise Prescription,
    American College of Sports Medicine.| Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Baltimore
    Exercise Management For Persons With Chronic Conditions And Disabilities,
    American College of Sports Medicine.| Human Kinetics, Champaign, Illinois.
    The ECG Made Easy,
    Hampton, J.R., 2013, | Churchill Livingstone, Edinburgh, UK.

    As part of a course

    This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

    Master of Clinical Exercise Science and Rehabilitation
    AMEP | Masters (coursework) degree | Duration: 1.5 years

    Refer to the course page for information on how to apply for the course. VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this unit information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that unit information is current with the Student Contact Centre.

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