H5E Graduate Certificate in E-Health (Health Informatics) as at 14th May, 2002 Graduate Certificate in E-Health (Health Informatics) Abbreviation: GradCertE-Health(HI) Course code: H5E Course contact (faculty or school) (03) 6324 4025 Introductory comments The Graduate Certificate in E-Health is offered by the University Department of Rural Health – externally, using online teaching and learning technologies, over a minimum completion time of 1 year part time (over two semesters), and a maximum 2 years part time. Admission & prerequisites The course is suitable for health professionals who wish to enhance their understanding and ability to work effectively with information and communication technologies. The course is also designed for graduates who wish to pursue a career as a health informatics specialist. In order to qualify for admission to the Certificate or the Diploma courses, applicants should • hold a three-year degree or a diploma with a major in a health related or communications technology area, OR • have experience and/or qualifications as deemed appropriate by the Director of the UDRH. Course objectives The program has the following objectives: • To produce graduates who understand information technology and advanced telecommunications technology. • To create an awareness of the increasing role and potential of information technology and advanced telecommunications technology for effective and efficient health services, particularly for rural, remote and housebound consumers. • To provide health professionals and others with the theoretical and practical knowledge which will enable them to take leading roles within the emerging field of Health Informatics. Course structure The course structure of the Graduate Certificate comprises four units, three of which are core units, one of which is an elective. The proposed program of study is shown in the following <zf>H5Es<ahtm>schedule. Articulation On completion of the Certificate, students may be eligible to proceed to the Graduate Diploma. Students who have completed either the Certificate or Postgraduate program may be eligible to undertake a Master of E-Health (Health Informatics) program when it is introduced. ________________________________________ University of Tasmania course details July 2, 2016, 01:44 AM, page –1 H5E Graduate Certificate in E-Health (Health Informatics) as at 14th May, 2002 The programs do not articulate with any other program within the University. Schedule of units Unit title Introduction to Health Informatics Data, Information and Knowledge Health Online campus-sem D2 weight 12.5% code CRH500 D2 12.5% CRH501 D2 12.5% CRH502 Elective (12.5%) Electives The Diffusion of D2 12.5% Health Technology (Managing Change) Electronic Health D2 12.5% Records and the following units which are being developed: Stakeholder Analysis Health Informatics for Professional and Community Education Clinical Applications Nursing informatics CRH504 CRH505 Note: The following information is NOT included in the printed edition of the Course and Unit Handbook Additional Information The following information answers some frequently asked questions. Note, however, details should be confirmed with the appropriate authority Responsible faculty or school | Faculty of Health Science | University Department of Rural Health Mode of delivery | Distance Education Course duration | 1 years minimum (2 semesters) | 2 years maximum (4 semesters) ________________________________________ University of Tasmania course details July 2, 2016, 01:44 AM, page –2