HPER71-110: Evidence Based Practice and Policy

Description

This subject is designed to support health professionals and those working in the health field to find, appraise, and apply evidence relevant to population, community and individual health needs. In this subject you will develop essential skills in evidence-based practice and policy, including framing relevant clinical questions and searching electronically to find studies to answer these questions.  You will then be able to critically appraise studies based on an understanding of research study designs; and applying the results of those studies to individuals, communities and populations. This includes a foundational understanding of clinical epidemiology and biostatistics. These skills will enable you to independently evaluate the worth of newly proposed health policy and clinical management options.

Subject details

Learning outcomes

1. Formulate a clear question from a practice or health policy problem.
2. Design and apply the most appropriate search to answer the question.
3. Critically appraise relevant literature identifying strengths and weaknesses, with an emphasis on controlled trials and systematic reviews.
4. Interpret quantitative statistical methods used in clinical research.
5. Apply valid and relevant conclusions from the literature to develop recommendations for practice and or health policy.
6. Communicate findings in an appropriate way for the target audience.

Enrolment requirements

Subject outlines

• January 2020 [Mixed (Face-to-Face)]

Subject dates