ORALHLTH 3312AHO - Clinical Practice IIIOH (Modified) Part 1

Course Details

Course Code	ORALHLTH 3312AHO
Course	Clinical Practice IIIOH (Modified) Part 1
Coordinating Unit	Oral Health
Term	Semester 1
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	Teaching Hospitals
Contact	Up to 15 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	N
Prerequisites	ORALHLTH 2211HO, ORALHLTH 2312A, ORALHLTH 2312B, ORALHLTH 2204AHO and ORALHLTH 2200HO
Corequisites	ORALHLTH 3311AHO, ORALHLTH 3204AHO
Restrictions	Available to B. Oral Health students only
Assessment	Clinical practice

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Jennifer Gray

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

Course Learning Outcomes

1	demonstrate an understanding of the ethical and legal responsibilities of an oral health therapist by applying knowledge of scope of practice and codes of ethics to clinical conduct and decision making, to accurately mirror professional practice standards as indicated by professional associations and Dental Board of Australia.
2	demonstrate an understanding of OH&S and infection control by applying and adapting knowledge of these principles and practices to work safely and effectively in the clinical environment.
3	demonstrate effective communication skills to work collaboratively as a member of the dental team and create and maintain effective working relationships with patients and other health professionals.
4	demonstrate an understanding of hard and soft tissue diagnosis by utilizing clinical investigation skills and appropriate diagnostic aids to gather information for clinical diagnosis and decision making, and the ability to make appropriate managment decisions including when to refer and when to refer for specialist consultation
5	maintain and demonstrate an understanding of the aetiology and pathogenesis of periodontal diseases by applying existing knowledge and skills to analyse and manage patient needs, through appropriate treatment plans, preventive regimens and couselling.
6	demonstrate an understanding of th aetiology of dental caries, deciduous exodontia, cavity preparation, dental materials and pulp therapy and apply knowledge to clinical situations to provide appropriate treatment plans, preventive regimens and restorative solutions for children and adolescents.
7	maintain and demonstrate skills in intra-oral radiography and expertise in radiographic diagnosis, and skills in exposure and interpretation of extra-oral radiographs.
8	demonstrate appropriate patient management through an understanding of pain control by applying knowledge of psychological and physical pain control methodologies to manage dental pain and anxiety during treatment.

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

University Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.	4 - 8
Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.	4 - 8
Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.	3 - 6, 8
Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.	1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8
Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.	1, 3
Attribute 6: Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency Graduates have an understanding of, and respect for, Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander values, culture and knowledge.	1, 3
Attribute 7: Digital capabilities Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.	1, 2, 4, 7
Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.	1, 3, 4

Required Resources

Clinic jacket, safety glasses, Radiography log book (includes 2nd year log book)

Recommended Resources

See MyUni for details.

Online Learning

Some lectures and resources are available as online recordings/interactive learning modules - See MyUni for details.

Learning & Teaching Modes

1. Clinical practice
2. Class meetings/debriefing sessions
3. Self-assessment
4. Self-directed learning

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

Clinic Sessions
Clinical Practice - OHT Paediatric care (Dental Therapy)

There will be paediatric and possibly extended adult care (if selected for pilot program in 2022-2023), clinic sessions each week across the 48 week clinical year. Clinic sessions, locations and tutors may change during the year. Students will be informed of rosters and any changes in advance.

All clinic sessions are compulsory. You may be required to make up missed clinic sessions at nominated times.

Where an excessive number of sessions have been missed (and it is not possible or reasonable to offer make up sessions) the student may be precluded from undertaking final assessments (written assessments).

Learning Activities Summary

The course will consist of a range of learning/teaching activities which focus on the following disciplines:
• Behavioural Science
• Orthodontics
• Conservative Dentistry
• Paediatric Dentistry
• Oral Diagnosis
• Dental Materials
• Preventive Dentistry
• Radiology and Radiography
• Rural & Remote Practice
• Periodontics*
• Special Needs*
• Geriatric Dentistry*

* see information below regarding requirements for maintaining competency of adult care (dental hygiene) skills and knowledge

Specific Course Requirements

OHT Adult care (dental hygiene) - maintaining competency
You are expected to maintain a satisfactory standard in the provision of adult (dental hygiene) care.

To demonstrate your ongoing dental hygiene proficiency you must maintain a log of hours worked as a dental hygienist across the semester. This should be equivalent to 1 day per week for each of the semester weeks.

The log of hours must be submitted to the Clinical Practice Coordinator at the end of each semester unless otherwise indicated. The log should be counter-signed (by your employer/clinic manager) to validate the hours.

The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Assessment Task	Task Type	Weighting	Learning Outcome
Paediatric care Clinic Dental Therapy	Formative mid-sem 1 mid-sem 2	NGP	1 - 8
Paediatric care Clinic Dental Therapy	Summative end-sem 1 end-sem 2	30% 70&	1 - 8
Community projects and specialist placements		NGP	1 - 8

Assessment Related Requirements

Assessment overall consists of one hurdle, see below.

Hurdle 1: Practical component – Paedo practice (Dental therapy)
Performance in clinic (and any simulated clinic) is based on written assessments of performance in clinical and sim clinic sessions over Semester 2 (approx mid-year to the end of the year). Assessment addresses application of knowledge, clinical examination, diagnostic and management skills, practical/technical skills, professional behaviour and interpersonal skills (refer to Clinical Assessment Criteria and Standards Book).

You are responsible for monitoring your own learning and therefore you should be familiar with the Clinical Assessment Criteria and Standards. Clinic and sim clinic tutors provide verbal and written feedback related to the assessment criteria and standards to you during each session to assist your learning and development. You should be proactive with your tutors to seek feedback on your progress. This includes identifying and discussing areas that require improvement and seeking assistance to identify and implement realistic strategies for improvement.

At the end of semester 1, each student receives written feedback regarding the standard of performance achieved during Semester 1. During Semester 2, students will have a face-to-face discussion with their tutor about their clinic learning plans and standard of performance. At the end of semester 2, tutors submit a final written summative assessment of the standard of performance you have achieved in Semester 2 (refer to Clinical Assessment Criteria and Standards Book).

Formative and summative clinic performance in CPIIIOH is based on a criterion-based grading system (E, G, S, B, U) for clinic. These grades are converted to a score that contributes the practical components for the year (see Table 2).

To pass the CPIIIOH course overall you must achieve a satisfactory grade for both your paedo and perio clinic components. The final grade in the clinical component of CPIIIOH is not just the sum of individual assessments in your self-assessment booklet. These assessments provide feedback to help you with your learning. Your final assessment is based on an overall review of your clinical examination, diagnostic and management skills, practical/technical skills, professional behaviour, and interpersonal skills in the clinic context across the whole academic year. This includes overall professional behaviour, such as attendance and monitoring your own performance.

Assessment Detail

Formative Assessment

Ongoing feedback on your performance during your assessment tasks is for your benefit and allows you to assess how you are progressing in CP III OH. It also provides the staff with opportunities to monitor your performance, both theoretical and practical. It is your responsibility to incorporate this feedback into your learning.

At around Weeks 14 and 33 (mid-semesters 1 & 2), you will have a feedback session with your tutor, who will discuss a formative grade with you, based upon your self- assessment sheets (these formative grades are used for feedback purposes only).

These are designed to give you feedback on your progress, and to provide a scaffold to assist you in identifying areas not yet meeting the required standard and develop approaches for improvement. You should use each source of formative feedback to monitor your own performance and implement strategies to address any issues.

Summative Assessment

Summative assessment 1
At around Week 22 (end semester 1), you will receive a written review of your progress and summative grades will be awarded by the course coordinator towards your final practical grade. This summative component will be weighted 30% towards your final grade. Students that have not achieved a satisfactory standard will be required to meet with the course coordinators and discuss strategies for improvement.

Summative assessment 2
At the end of semester 2 Week 48 a summative grade will be awarded by the course coordinator towards your final practical grade. This summative component will be weighted 70% towards your final grade.

Your community projects and specialist placements are included in the relevant summative clinical practice grade.

Further information about the practical assessment component will be given during class meetings. However, you should be aware that your final grade in the clinical component of Clinical Practice is not just the sum of individual assessments in your self-assessment booklet. These assessments are formative comments and provided to help you with your learning.

It is also important to note that the final assessment for each semester is based upon the standard obtained towards the end of the assessment period. It is not based on an average of the entire semester.

Your final assessment will be based on an overall review of your knowledge, skills, attitudes and professional behaviour in a clinical context. You should discuss your overall performance with your tutors and mentors throughout the year.

Submission

All written work must be submitted through Turnitin, an plagiarism detection tool.
Further information on submission process and requirements will be available through MyUni.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

NOG (No Grade Associated)
Grade	Description
CN	Continuing

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.

The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.

SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.

This section contains links to relevant assessment-related policies and guidelines - all university policies.

Students are reminded that in order to maintain the academic integrity of all programs and courses, the university has a zero-tolerance approach to students offering money or significant value goods or services to any staff member who is involved in their teaching or assessment. Students offering lecturers or tutors or professional staff anything more than a small token of appreciation is totally unacceptable, in any circumstances. Staff members are obliged to report all such incidents to their supervisor/manager, who will refer them for action under the university's student’s disciplinary procedures.

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