10820NAT - Diploma of Leadership in Healthcare Practice
The Diploma of Leadership in Healthcare Practice has been designed by practice managers for practice managers. This contemporary qualification builds on 30 years of collaboration between UNE Partnerships and AAPM, with a strong focus on continuous improvement, customer service, patient-centred care, and emerging trends in the sector. Our qualification aims to help practice managers lead successful and sustainable medical practices in an increasingly dynamic healthcare environment. You will learn the skills and knowledge to apply effective leadership strategies for your practice to succeed within the challenging medical environment that faces healthcare leaders today.
Fees
$6,990 AUD
- AAPM members are entitled to a 10% discount on full fee enrolment*
(*This discount does not apply to funded qualifications). - Payment plans are available for this qualification.
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Course Duration
The estimated time to complete this qualification is:
- 6-7 hours per week over a study period up to 24 months
comprising of:
- on-the-job learning
- workplace practice
- self-directed study
- assessment preparation.
Entry Requirements
Students should be working as a practice manager or in another other role with suitable opportunities in the work environment to carry out the learning and assessment activities associated with this course.
- Please refer to the Admissions and Enrolment Policy for more detailed information about the entry requirements for this qualification.
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Graduate Outcomes
On successful completion of this qualification, you will have the skills and knowledge to:
- identify and manage the risks associated with professional practice
- organise, document and institute a range of measures to ensure compliance with Australian legislation and relevant professional standards
- manage the human resource function of the practice from the identification of job roles, through the recruitment and training process and culminating in the management of performance, to achieve the best outcomes for the practice
- review performance across all aspects of the business, identify opportunities for improvement and utilise the principles of continuous quality improvement in the delivery of services by the practice
- actively and positively lead the practice team
- work with practice principals to identify business vision and goals
- translate business vision and goals into organisational objectives and create plans to achieve those objectives using a range of tools
- monitor organisational performance against documented plans and report to practice principals using a range of tools.
Industry Recognition
The Australian Association of Practice Management (AAPM)
- 100 AAPM Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points are recognised by AAPM upon full completion of this qualification.
For more information on AAPM CPD points please click here.
University of New England (UNE)
- Successful attainment of the Diploma of Leadership in Healthcare Practice will allow for articulation into higher awards including a range of undergraduate and postgraduate awards offered by the UNE Business School.*
*Applications must address UNE Program entry criteria. Enrolment fees are set annually by the UNE.
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Unit information
12 units of competency must be successfully completed to attain this qualification.
| Unit | Description |
| BSBLDR511 | Develop and use emotional intelligence |
| CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
| CHCDIV003 | Manage and promote diversity |
| CHCLEG003 | Manage legal and ethical compliance |
| BSBMGT605 | Provide leadership across the organisation |
| BSBMGT516 | Facilitate continuous improvement |
| BSBFIM501 | Manage budgets and financial plans |
| FNSCUS503 | Review business performance |
| BSBPMG522 | Undertake project work |
| BSBRSK501 | Manage risk |
| BSBMGT519 | Incorporate digital solutions into plans and practices |
| SIRXCEG004 | Create a customer-centric culture |
