Unit

School Of Science And Health

Practice Management for Health ProfessionalsWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 400156.2

Discipline: BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Student Contribution Band: 3

Level: 3

Credit Points: 10

About this Unit
From 2017 students should take 401149 - Exercise Physiology Across the Lifespan. This unit is aimed to introduce the student to the management issues in establishing and working in a clinical practice. While the unit will cover issues related to health professionals and public sector management, the focus of the unit will be on issues in private practice. The aim of the unit is to introduce the student to a wide range of topics, including an over view of health care funding in Australia, private and public health system, developing a business plan, different business structures, financial management, managing staff and occupational health and safety issues.