This tutorial is a general guide for a student to plan and prepare for a rural placement. It covers the following topics:
- preparing for the placement - orientation, things to find out about the placement before you go and knowing about the community
- practical considerations - accommodation, financial considerations, settling in, and looking after yourself
- scope of the rural placement
- confidentiality and professional boundaries
- cultural safety and cultural awareness
Topics
Be Prepared For the Placement
Working in a rural and remote setting can be a challenging...
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Scope Of The Rural Placement
In rural or remote settings clinicians have a broad scope...
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Confidentiality and Professional Boundaries
Living and working in a rural community presents additional...
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Cultural Awareness and Safety
This section will introduce students to the concepts of...
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