95731 Principles of Primary Health Care
6cp; 1.5hrs (subject content, online), 1.5hrs (tutorial, on campus)There are course requisites for this subject. See access conditions.
Description
This subject introduces students to the principles and philosophy of primary health care. Students examine models of care that are used to prevent and manage illness in Australia and around the world and develop an understanding of the funding of primary health care and the workforce that provides the services. Students explore ways in which primary health care can reduce health inequities in the context of the social determinants of health. Students identify the strengths of primary health care and potential implications for service planning and delivery.
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