Outline

Overview

The aim of this unit to introduce students to a range of issues related to service delivery for health care professionals. Topics covered include introduction to the Australian health care system, interdisciplinary roles and collaboration, professional ethics, social responsibility, advanced communication skills, developing a professional identity, and developing skills to work effectively across cultural groups.

Unit details and rules

Academic unit	Movement Sciences
Credit points	6
Prerequisites ?	None
Corequisites ?	None
Prohibitions ?	None
Assumed knowledge ?	EXSS1037
Available to study abroad and exchange students	No

Teaching staff

Coordinator	Suzie Mate, suzanne.mate@sydney.edu.au

Assessment

The census date for this unit availability is 31 March 2026

Details
Criteria

Type	Description	Weight	Due	Length	Use of AI
Out-of-class quiz	Online Quiz Online quiz available via Canvas	5%	Week 03 Due date: 13 Mar 2026 at 23:59 Closing date: 13 Mar 2026	15 minutes	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Performance	Client Interview Submission of a video of a client interview and notes	30%	Week 06 Due date: 02 Apr 2026 at 23:59 Closing date: 02 Apr 2026	10 minutes plus one page	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Written work	Interprofessional Care Plan Submission of a care plan and rationale for a client	30%	Week 09 Due date: 01 May 2026 at 23:59 Closing date: 01 May 2026	3 pages	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Research analysis	Assessment of Evidence Submission of a research question and assessment of evidence	5%	Week 10 Due date: 08 May 2026 at 11:00 Closing date: 08 May 2026	60 minutes and 2 pages	AI allowed
Outcomes assessed:
Interactive oral	Interactive Oral Exchange 10 minute Interactive Oral Exchange	30%	Week 13 Due date: 29 May 2026 at 17:00 Closing date: 29 May 2026	10 minutes	AI prohibited
Outcomes assessed:
= early feedback task ?

Early feedback task

This unit includes an early feedback task, designed to give you feedback prior to the census date for this unit. Details are provided in the Canvas site and your result will be recorded in your Marks page. It is important that you actively engage with this task so that the University can support you to be successful in this unit.

Assessment summary

· Online Quiz (5%): One quiz that will cover all teaching material, including lectures and practicals from Week 1. Quizzes will consist of multiple-choice questions.

· Client Interview (30%): A video submission of a health care professional student conducting a client interview. The communication task will require the student to demonstrate a range of communication strategies, including responding to a challenging situation.

· Interprofessional Care Plan (30%): A written submission in which students will need to prepare an interprofessional care plan for a de-identified client. The care plan will need to address and provide rationale for the prioritisation of the client’s health care needs and will allow students to demonstrate their understanding for the roles and responsibilities for different allied health professionals.

· Assessment of Evidence (5%): A written submission in which students will need to identify information in a case study regarding a de-identified client. Students will develop a research questions, and search for and appraise scientific literature.

· Interactive Oral Exchange (30%): An interactive oral exchange regarding the rationale for the decisions made by a health care professional to address the professional, physical, social, emotional, cultural and ethical issues present in each case study that may impact the individual’s health care.

Artificial Intelligence: Students are permitted to use artificial intelligence (AI) in all assessment tasks except in the Interactive oral exchange.

Students are fully responsible for the content and quality of their submitted work, regardless of whether they use AI or not.

The Client Interview, Interprofessional Care Plan and Interactive Oral Exchange assessment tasks must be attempted to pass this unit of study.

Detailed information for each assessment, including the use of AI, can be found on the HSBH2010 Canvas site.

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name	Mark range	Description
High distinction	85 - 100	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an exceptional standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Distinction	75 - 84	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a very high standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Credit	65 - 74	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a good standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Pass	50 - 64	Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an acceptable standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.
Fail	0 - 49	When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see guide to grades.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

You can use generative AI tools for open assessments. Restrictions on AI use apply to secure, supervised assessments used to confirm if students have met specific learning outcomes.

Refer to the assessment table above to see if AI is allowed, for assessments in this unit and check Canvas for full instructions on assessment tasks and AI use.

If you use AI, you must always acknowledge it. Misusing AI may lead to a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy.

Visit the Current Students website for more information on AI in assessments, including details on how to acknowledge its use.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

Written work submitted electronically after the specified due date and time on the due date will be considered to have been submitted late. For every calendar day up to and including ten calendar days after the due date, a penalty of 5% of the maximum awardable marks will be applied to late work. The penalty will be calculated by first marking the work, and then subtracting 5% of the maximum awardable mark for each calendar day after the due date. For work submitted more than ten calendar days after the due date a mark of zero will be awarded. The marker may elect to, but is not required to, provide feedback on such work

Academic integrity

The University expects students to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

Our website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. This includes advice on how to avoid common breaches of academic integrity. Ensure that you have completed the Academic Honesty Education Module (AHEM) which is mandatory for all commencing coursework students

Penalties for serious breaches can significantly impact your studies and your career after graduation. It is important that you speak with your unit coordinator if you need help with completing assessments.

Visit the Current Students website for more information on AI in assessments, including details on how to acknowledge its use.

Learning support

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

Support for students

The Support for Students Policy reflects the University’s commitment to supporting students in their academic journey and making the University safe for students. It is important that you read and understand this policy so that you are familiar with the range of support services available to you and understand how to engage with them.

The University uses email as its primary source of communication with students who need support under the Support for Students Policy. Make sure you check your University email regularly and respond to any communications received from the University.

Learning resources and detailed information about weekly assessment and learning activities can be accessed via Canvas. It is essential that you visit your unit of study Canvas site to ensure you are up to date with all of your tasks.

If you are having difficulties completing your studies, or are feeling unsure about your progress, we are here to help. You can access the support services offered by the University at any time:

Support and Services (including health and wellbeing services, financial support and learning support)
Course planning and administration
Meet with an Academic Adviser

Weekly schedule

WK	Topic	Learning activity
Week 01	Introduction to the Australian Health Care system and Roles and Responsibilities of Allied Health Professionals	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 01	Introduction to the Australian Health Care system and Roles and Responsibilities of Allied Health Professionals	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 02	Communication	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 02	Communication	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 03	Communication	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 03	Communication	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 04	Ethical and Professional Practice	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 04	Ethical and Professional Practice	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 05	Working with Other Health Care Professionals	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 05	Working with Other Health Care Professionals	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 06	Inclusive Practice	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 06	Inclusive Practice	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 07	Inclusive Practice	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 07	Inclusive Practice	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 08	Inclusive Practice	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 08	Inclusive Practice	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 09	Making Clinical Decisions	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 09	Making Clinical Decisions	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 10	Making Clinical Decisions	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 10	Making Clinical Decisions	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 11	Becoming a Health Care Professional	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 11	Becoming a Health Care Professional	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 12	Becoming a Health Care Professional	Lecture (1 hr)
Week 12	Becoming a Health Care Professional	Tutorial (2 hr)
Week 13	Interactive Oral Exchange Assessment	Assessment (3 hr)

Attendance and class requirements

In person attendance at all lectures and tutorials is expected. Interactive discussions support learning and the quality of audio recordings is variable, so come to class ready to participate in these discussions.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

Outcomes
Graduate qualities

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

LO1. Understand what it means to be a health care professional
LO2. Develop personal and professional attributes required in the transition from student to health care professional, including professional and ethical behaviour, client-centeredness, cultural awareness, social responsibility and empathy.
LO3. Outline the relevant areas of the Australian Healthcare system and where various medical and allied health practitioners fit within this system
LO4. Understand and respect the roles of other health professionals
LO5. Communicate clearly, sensitively and effectively with clients and others.
LO6. Adapt communication style to suit the particular needs of the recipient(s)
LO7. Adapt your clinical practice to meet the unique social, ethical, cultural and professional needs of the recipient(s)

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1	Depth of disciplinary expertise Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.
GQ2	Critical thinking and problem solving Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.
GQ3	Oral and written communication Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.
GQ4	Information and digital literacy Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.
GQ5	Inventiveness Generating novel ideas and solutions.
GQ6	Cultural competence Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.
GQ7	Interdisciplinary effectiveness Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.
GQ8	Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.
GQ9	Influence Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes	Graduate qualities
Learning outcomes

Responding to student feedback

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

Assessment information and rubrics have been updated based on feedback from students in 2025. The teaching format has been updated to increase tutorial time, providing students with more opportunities to practice skills and competencies.

Disclaimer

Important: the University of Sydney regularly reviews units of study and reserves the right to change the units of study available annually. To stay up to date on available study options, including unit of study details and availability, refer to the relevant handbook.

To help you understand common terms that we use at the University, we offer an online glossary.

Current students

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Early feedback task

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Disclaimer

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Useful links

HSBH2010: Health Care Professional Skills

Semester 1, 2026 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Overview

Overview

Unit details and rules

Teaching staff

Assessment

Assessment

Early feedback task

Assessment summary

Assessment criteria

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI)

Late submission

Academic integrity

Learning support

Learning support

Simple extensions

Special consideration

Using AI responsibly

Support for students

Weekly schedule

Weekly schedule

Attendance and class requirements

Study commitment

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes

Graduate qualities

Outcome map

Responding to student feedback

Responding to student feedback

Disclaimer

On this page

Useful links