This unit of study is designed for registered nurses whom are working or wish to work in a variety of dermatology and cosmetic nursing environments. Client consultation and assessment and clinical manifestations of clients requiring treatment are examined. Adult learning principles are used to address topics such as advanced applied knowledge of dermatological anatomy and physiology, holistic assessment, chronic disease processes and patient education.
| Applied Dermatological Anatomy and Physiology | |
| Unit of study code | 308 |
| Availability | Graduate Certificate in Cosmetic Nursing
Graduate Certificate in Dermatology Nursing GC single unit of study |
| Term | APRIL, OCTOBER |
| Pre-requisite | N/A |
| EFTSL | 0.125 FTE |
| Credit points | 6 |
| Mode of study | Online |
| Hours of study | 150 |
| Fee* | Tier 3 |
| Prescribed texts | Nicol N, 2016, Dermatologic Nursing Essentials: A core curriculum |
| Co-ordinated by | Ran Zheng e: ran.zheng@acn.edu.au |
| Content | Intended learning outcomes for this subject/program
After completing this subject, the learner will be able to:- |
Assessment Tasks | ||
| Type of assessment
Note the completed assessment item (e.g. Assessment 1: Online discussion) |
Weighting
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When assessed – academic week
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| Theme 1: The advanced role of the nurse | a) evaluate the potential implications of global environmental issues and the Australian climate to dermatological conditions experienced by people in your care | Assessment 1: Online discussion | 5% | 2 |
| Theme 2: Anatomy and physiology of the integumentary system | b) apply an advanced knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the assessment and of people undergoing dermatological and cosmetic treatment | Assessment 2a: Concept map
Assessment 2b: Short essay |
10%
20% |
4
5 |
| Theme 3: Conditions of the skin and the associated effects | c) discuss the principles of holistic person assessment in regards to providing evidence based nursing care | Assessment 3: Annotated bibliography | 25% | 7 |
| Theme 4: Holistic assessment | d) reflect upon the legal and ethical issues that affect dermatology and cosmetic nursing practice | Assessment 4: Essay | 40% | 10 |
| Theme 5: Chronic disease management, aesthetics and health promotion | e) critically analyse the collaborative approach to chronic disease management, aesthetics and health promotion principles in the care of people with dermatological conditions. | |||
Applied Dermatological Anatomy and Physiology (308) is a Tier 3 unit.
| Tiers | 2025 Member price (10% discount) | 2025 Non-member price |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | $2,403.00 | $2,670.00 |
| Tier 2 | $2,740.50 | $3,045.00 |
| Tier 3 | $3,539.00 | $3,932.00 |
| Tier 4 | $4,166.00 | $4,628.50 |
*Fees are subject to change without notice.
