This unit of study is designed to provide students with an understanding of the foundational concepts of alcohol and other drugs nursing. The concepts of harm minimisation and the legal and ethical dimensions of caring for persons living with substance use disorders are explored. This unit of study also examines the main substances that may lead to dependence, along with assessment and screening for alcohol and other drugs related harms. You will have the opportunity to build on existing knowledge by problem solving through reflection and critical evaluation of your current practice. Other concepts explored in this unit include stigma, and the importance of language and communication when caring for people seeking care for alcohol and other drug use.
| Foundational Concepts in Alcohol and Other Drugs Nursing | |
| Unit of study code | 324 |
| Availability | Graduate Certificate in Alcohol and Other Drugs Nursing
GC single unit of study |
| Term | JANUARY, JULY |
| Pre-requisite | This unit is the first unit in the Graduate Certificate in Alcohol and Other Drugs Nursing, and will be a pre-requisite for other units of study in the Graduate Certificate in Alcohol and Other Drugs Nursing |
| EFTSL | 0.125 FTE |
| Credit points | 6 |
| Mode of study | Online |
| Hours of study | 150 |
| Fee* | Tier 1 |
| Prescribed texts | Nil |
| Co-ordinated by | Erin Rooney e: erin.rooney@acn.edu.au |
| Content | Intended learning outcomes for this subject/program
After completing this subject, the learner will be able to:- |
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| Type of assessment
Note the completed assessment item (e.g. Assessment 1: Online discussion) |
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| Theme 1: Australian drug policy/philosophy | a) appraise Australia’s harm minimisation strategy and alcohol and other drugs policy development and its place in alcohol and other drugs nursing practice | Assessment 1: Concept map | 5% | 2 |
| Theme 2: Legal, ethical and professional issues | b) articulate the legal and ethical dimensions relevant to caring for persons living with alcohol and other drug issues | Assessment 2: Essay (2000 words) | 40% | 5 |
| Theme 3: Understanding substance use | c) critically review the main substances leading to substance use issues and their impact on those who use alcohol and other drugs and their support network | Assessment 3: Role-play of a brief intervention and debrief session | 20% | 7 |
| Theme 4: Effective communication and language in alcohol and other drugs nursing | d) analyse theoretical models, including cultural, psychosocial and biological models, to understand substance use patterns and outcomes | Assessment 4: Reflective essay |
35% | 10 |
| Theme 5: Alcohol and other drugs screening and assessment | e) validate different approaches to screening and assessment for alcohol and other drugs related harms in the delivery of culturally safe nursing practice | |||
| f) critically reflect on the stigma associated with substance use, and how your own beliefs, attitudes and communication processes support person-centred care. | ||||
Foundational Concepts in Alcohol and Other Drugs Nursing (324) is a Tier 1 unit.
| Tiers | 2024 Member price (10% discount) | 2024 Non-member price | 2025 Member price (10% discount) | 2025 Non-member price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | $2,308.50 | $2,565.00 | $2,403.00 | $2,670.00 |
| Tier 2 | $2,632.50 | $2,925.00 | $2,740.50 | $3,045.00 |
| Tier 3 | $3,096.00 | $3,440.00 | $3,539.00 | $3,932.00 |
| Tier 4 | $3,699.00 | $4,110.00 | $4,166.00 | $4,628.50 |
*Fees are subject to change without notice.
