Course snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
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Duration
3 years full-time; 6 years part-time
3.5 years for students commencing in Session 2 -
Location
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Placements
NA
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ATAR
68 / 13
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Inherent Requirements
NA
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
BPed
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Course code
3007307
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Credit points
288
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Equivalent units
24
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Indicative Fee
Overview
Pedorthics is about keeping people mobile and getting the best performance from their feet, footwear or orthoses. The Bachelor of Pedorthics provides the knowledge and skills required for graduates to become a professional pedorthist.
Pedorthists work in private practice or allied health practices, and may receive patient referrals from medical professionals.
Pedorthics is a growing industry and Southern Cross University is the first to offer a Bachelor qualification in this area.
Graduate Attribute | Course Learning Outcome |
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Intellectual rigour | Apply critical analysis, prudent judgement and the use of research/evidence to inform clinical/professional practice. |
Creativity | Develop an entrepreneurial and sustainable approach to clinical/professional practice utilising appropriate leadership and management skills. Demonstrate knowledge, skill and empathy as ethical, innovative and creative professional eligible to enter clinical/professional practice. |
Ethical practice | Establish clinical/professional practice based on ethical decision-making and evidence-based practice. Demonstrate accountability and responsibility within clinical/professional practice. |
Knowledge of a discipline | Function in accordance with all relevant legislation, registration requirements, guidelines and standards affecting clinical/professional practice. Assess, plan, provide and evaluate safe and effective clinical practice with a range of client groups across the lifespan. |
Lifelong learning | Identify and reflect on the generalist and specialist skills of practice required for continuing professional development and professional practice. |
Communication and social skills | Work collaboratively in a range of health care teams with an understanding of best practice and the evidence base that supports it. Communicate and collaborate effectively with clients, families, significant others and professional colleagues in ways that are appropriate to the scholarly, professional and/or social setting. |
Cultural competence | Demonstrate cultural safety in clinical/professional practice and leadership Demonstrate an understanding of health inequalities and indigenous health (worldwide) |
During the course, students gain workplace experience to apply their skills and knowledge. They will complete approximately 1 000 hours of professional placement in various settings throughout the three years of study.
Professional experience placements require students to fulfil certain prerequisites prior to attending placement. Prior to applying for this course, please consider the important information regarding these requirements at scu.edu.au/healthplacements
The course develops comprehensive knowledge and associated skills in this new allied health profession. Students are introduced to foot care as a requirement for living independently and being mobile. Studies include learning about health problems associated with feet and footwear design and production.
Location | Teaching period | UAC code | QTAC code |
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Gold Coast | Session 1 , Session 2 , Session 3 | 335065 | 055561 |
Career Outcomes
The University is undertaking accreditation through the Pedorthic Association Australia. Once accredited, the degree will enable graduates to practise as professional pedorthists, become members of the Association, and appear on the Medical Grade Footwear Register (the Australian register of pedorthists).
Requirements
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.
Course requirements
To be eligible for the award of Bachelor of Pedorthics a candidate shall successfully complete the equivalent of twenty four (24) units (288 credit points) comprising all units listed in the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules.
Professional Experience Learning
This course includes professional experience learning. Pre-requisites to meet national and state-based regulatory requirements, as detailed on School of Health and Human Sciences Professional Experience page must be met prior to attending professional experience placement. All professional experience learning hours must be completed and professional behaviour and conduct must be demonstrated.
Inherent Requirements
Inherent Requirements apply to this course as defined on the Student Access & Inclusion website. If you have a disability or health condition which may impact on your ability to meet these requirements please refer to the Student Access & Inclusion website for further information and contact details.
Entry requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows
Language requirements
To be eligible for the award of Bachelor of Pedorthics a candidate shall successfully complete the equivalent of twenty four (24) units (288 credit points) comprising all units listed in the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules.
Professional Experience Learning
This course includes professional experience learning. Pre-requisites to meet national and state-based regulatory requirements, as detailed on School of Health and Human Sciences Professional Experience page must be met prior to attending professional experience placement. All professional experience learning hours must be completed and professional behaviour and conduct must be demonstrated.
Inherent Requirements
Inherent Requirements apply to this course as defined on the Student Access & Inclusion website. If you have a disability or health condition which may impact on your ability to meet these requirements please refer to the Student Access & Inclusion website for further information and contact details.
Course structure
Your course progression is in the recommended order you should complete your course in. It is important that you follow this to ensure you meet the course requirements. For further assistance see How to Enrol in Units using My Enrolment.
Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment.
Unit Code | Unit Title | Available | Credit points | Level of learning | Notes |
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Students commencing the BPed mid-year will take 3.5 years, not 3 years, full-time study to complete the course. | |||||
Year 1, Session 2 |
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BIO00307 - Human Physiology | Introductory | ||||
Year 1, Session 3 |
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BIO01302 - Human Anatomy | Introductory | ||||
From Year 2, following the Session 1 Admission structure (excluding the above two units) |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Available | Credit points | Level of learning | Notes |
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Complete one or both of the units under Session 3 below and then follow the Course Progression for Session 1 Commencement excluding the completed unit/s. | |||||
Session 3 |
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BIO01302 - Human Anatomy | Introductory | ||||
BIO00307 - Human Physiology | Introductory |
Note 1:
Double-weighted unit
Unit Code | Unit Title | Level of learning | Notes |
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Part A |
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BIO01302 | Human Anatomy | Introductory | |
CMM10580 | The Australian Health Care System | Introductory | |
BHS10581 | Psychology and Sociology for Health Sciences | Introductory | |
PDT10001 | Introduction to Podiatry and Pedorthics | Introductory | |
BIO00307 | Human Physiology | Introductory | |
MAT00330 | Research and Analysis in Health | Introductory | |
HLT10583 | Communication Skills for Health Sciences | Introductory | |
BIO10001 | Functional Anatomy of the Lower Limbs and Foot and Ankle | Intermediate | |
PDT20005 | Principles and Practice of Pedorthics I | Intermediate | |
PDT20002 | Orthoses and Bracing | Intermediate | |
BIO20002 | Biomechanics of Gait | Intermediate | |
PDT30002 | Lower Limb Medicine I | Advanced | |
PDT20006 | Principles and Practice of Pedorthics II | Intermediate | |
PDT20004 | Lower Limb Assessment | Intermediate | Note 1 |
PDT30003 | Lower Limb Medicine II | Advanced | |
PDT73005 | Pedorthics Clinical Placement I | Advanced | Note 1 |
PDT73006 | Pedorthics Clinical Placement II | Advanced | Note 1 |
MNG00306 | Small Business and Entrepreneurship for Allied Health, Fitness and Sport | Introductory | |
PDT30001 | Management and Treatment of the High Risk Foot | Intermediate | |
PDT73007 | Pedorthics Clinical Placement III | Advanced | Note 1 |