Overview
This unit will focus on childhood development, with specific focus on paediatric disorders related to the lower extremity. Students will develop history taking and physical examination skills specific to the paediatric podiatry patient. Students will also be exposed to psycho-social issues affecting children, which may affect the management of paediatric lower limb conditions. An evidence-based approach to clinical management of the paediatric patient in podiatry practice will be central to this unit.
Details
Pre-requisites or Co-requisites
PODI13008 Clinical Biomechanics of the Lower Limb
Important note: Students enrolled in a subsequent unit who failed their pre-requisite unit, should drop the subsequent unit before the census date or within 10 working days of Fail grade notification. Students who do not drop the unit in this timeframe cannot later drop the unit without academic and financial liability. See details in the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).
Offerings For Term 2 - 2025
Attendance Requirements
All on-campus students are expected to attend scheduled classes - in some units, these classes are identified as a mandatory (pass/fail) component and attendance is compulsory. International students, on a student visa, must maintain a full time study load and meet both attendance and academic progress requirements in each study period (satisfactory attendance for International students is defined as maintaining at least an 80% attendance record).
Recommended Student Time Commitment
Each 6-credit Undergraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 12.5 hours of study per week, making a total of 150 hours for the unit.
Class Timetable
Assessment Overview
Assessment Grading
This is a graded unit: your overall grade will be calculated from the marks or grades for each assessment task, based on the relative weightings shown in the table above. You must obtain an overall mark for the unit of at least 50%, or an overall grade of 'pass' in order to pass the unit. If any 'pass/fail' tasks are shown in the table above they must also be completed successfully ('pass' grade). You must also meet any minimum mark requirements specified for a particular assessment task, as detailed in the 'assessment task' section (note that in some instances, the minimum mark for a task may be greater than 50%). Consult the University's Grades and Results Policy for more details of interim results and final grades.
All University policies are available on the CQUniversity Policy site.
You may wish to view these policies:
- Grades and Results Policy
- Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework)
- Review of Grade Procedure
- Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure
- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure - Domestic Students
- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure - International Students
- Student Refund and Credit Balance Policy and Procedure
- Student Feedback - Compliments and Complaints Policy and Procedure
- Information and Communications Technology Acceptable Use Policy and Procedure
This list is not an exhaustive list of all University policies. The full list of University policies are available on the CQUniversity Policy site.
Feedback, Recommendations and Responses
Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.
Feedback from Unit Coordinator reflection
It has been identified that there is a large volume of content covered in this unit.
It is recommended that the Unit Coordinator conducts a thorough review of content for duplication and relevance.
Feedback from Unit Coordinator reflection
A prescribed textbook would be a useful addition to this unit.
It is recommended that the Unit Coordinator reviews relevant and up-to-date textbooks for implementation as teaching resources in subsequent deliveries of this unit.
Feedback from Unit Coordinator reflection
The engagement of guest speakers into the delivery of this unit was successful in conveying the nature of multidisciplinary care in paediatric podiatry, especially in the context of disability.
It is recommended that the Unit Coordinator continues to engage guest speakers into this unit to enhance the teaching and learning experience and to provide a range of paediatric specialist content.
- Describe the developmental milestones of a child relevant to podiatry practice
- Demonstrate effective communication skills with paediatric patients and their parents/ guardians, taking into consideration possible underlying psycho-social and medical issues.
- Identify lower limb conditions seen clinically in paediatric patients, select relevant diagnostic assessments and Implement safe, effective and evidence-based management plans.
- Discuss the role of inter-professional practice within the paediatric healthcare system
Per NPC1312
Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes
| Assessment Tasks | Learning Outcomes | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |
| 1 - Written Assessment - 20% | ||||
| 2 - Presentation - 30% | ||||
| 3 - In-class Test(s) - 50% | ||||
| 4 - On-campus Activity - 0% | ||||
Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes
| Graduate Attributes | Learning Outcomes | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |
| 1 - Communication | ||||
| 2 - Problem Solving | ||||
| 3 - Critical Thinking | ||||
| 4 - Information Literacy | ||||
| 5 - Team Work | ||||
| 6 - Information Technology Competence | ||||
| 7 - Cross Cultural Competence | ||||
| 8 - Ethical practice | ||||
| 9 - Social Innovation | ||||
| 10 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures | ||||
Textbooks
There are no required textbooks.
IT Resources
- CQUniversity Student Email
- Internet
- Unit Website (Moodle)
- Zoom (both microphone and webcam capability)
All submissions for this unit must use the referencing style: American Psychological Association 7th Edition (APA 7th edition)
For further information, see the Assessment Tasks.
s.purvis@cqu.edu.au
Module/Topic
Welcome and unit overview lecture
Prenatal development and foot and ankle development
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Working with children in the clinical setting, psychosocial aspects of care and gross motor milestones
Paediatric footwear
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Hip, pelvis, spine, and knee development
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Development stages pre-walking, gait development, in-toeing, toe walking
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This week we will explore a variety of genetic and neuromuscular conditions in paediatric populations and how this relates to podiatry
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Assessment item 1 due: Written Assessment, 20%
Written assessment Due: Week 5 Friday (15 Aug 2025) 11:59 pm AEST
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VACATION WEEK
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No lecture this week.
Ensure that this time is used to revise learnt content to date
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This week will commence with oral presentations followed by a lecture and tutorial session pertaining to the multidisciplinary team involved in paediatric clinical care.
You will have the opportunity to listen to a guest speaker from a different allied health profession presenting in their field
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Assessment item 2 due: oral presentation, 30%
Friday 5th September 1pm-5pm MDT session in the Allied Health Clinic.
Oral Presentation Due: Week 7 Monday (1 Sept 2025) 1:00 pm AEST
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Pes planus and tarsal coalition
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Paediatric sporting injuries, osteochondroses and traction apophysitis
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This week we will continue exploring a varied range of podopaediatric conditions
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This week will explore a range of more complex podopaediatric conditions
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Assessment item 3: Practical day Wednesday 1/10/25 8am-4pm
Practical Due: Week 11 Wednesday (1 Oct 2025) 8:00 am AEST
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This is a public holiday so use your time wisely and revise
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Assessment item 4 due: In-class test, 50%
In-Class Test Due: Exam Week Monday (20 Oct 2025) 1:00 pm AEST
Week 7: You are required to attend the CQU Allied Health Clinic 1pm-5pm on Friday September 5th 2025 for a multidisciplinary session. Ensure you arrive 15minutes prior. More information will be made available to you in the lead up to this session.
1 Written Assessment
You will be required to complete a written assessment regarding a condition commonly encountered in podopaediatrics.
Your task is to clearly justify how thorough history taking and assessment in paediatric consultations can provide insight into typical and atypical development of a child, develop provisional and differential diagnoses, appropriate management strategies, and education to children at different stages of development and their caregivers.
Further information regarding this assessment task will be provided during term in Moodle.
AI assessment scale level 2 (AI planning): You may use Al for planning, idea development, and research. Your final submission should show how you have developed and refined these ideas. All AI must be appropriately referenced. If the use of AI is suspected to be beyond what is stipulated, it will be managed according to university policy and procedures.
Week 5 Friday (15 Aug 2025) 11:59 pm AEST
Submission via Moodle
Week 7 Friday (5 Sept 2025)
Feedback will be returned to you within 2 weeks from submission.
A detailed assessment criteria and marking rubric will be made available during term in Moodle. This will include content knowledge, academic writing and referencing information.
- Describe the developmental milestones of a child relevant to podiatry practice
- Demonstrate effective communication skills with paediatric patients and their parents/ guardians, taking into consideration possible underlying psycho-social and medical issues.
2 Presentation
You have been asked to present to a community parent's group. Your target audience are parents from varied backgrounds.
You will be required to give a 15-minute presentation, with 5 minutes for Questions and Answers on a designated topic provided to you early in the term. You will also be required to develop an interactive resource relevant to your topic to include alongside your presentation which may take the form of an information resource, game or conversation card.
Your presentation will take place during the normal scheduled lecture and tutorial time for PODI13012.
Further information regarding this assessment task will be provided during term in Moodle.
AI assessment scale level:
Presentation AI assessment scale level 2 (AI planning): You may use Al for planning, idea development, and research. Your final submission should show how you have developed and refined these ideas. All AI must be appropriately referenced. If use of AI is suspected to be beyond what is stipulated, it will be managed according to university policy and procedures.
Resource development AI assessment scale level 3 (AI collaboration): You may use Al to assist with specific tasks such as drafting text, refining and evaluating your work. You must critically evaluate and modify any Al-generated content you use. This must be referenced appropriately. If the use of AI is beyond what is stipulated, this will be managed according to university policy and procedures.
The 72 hour grace period does not apply to this assessment item.
Week 7 Monday (1 Sept 2025) 1:00 pm AEST
Students must upload their PowerPoint presentation to Moodle 2 hours prior to class commencement.
Week 9 Monday (15 Sept 2025)
Results and feedback will be returned to you via Moodle.
A detailed rubric and assessment criteria will be made available in Moodle and will include factors such as presentation skills, content knowledge, ability to answer questions and adhere to time limit.
- Describe the developmental milestones of a child relevant to podiatry practice
- Demonstrate effective communication skills with paediatric patients and their parents/ guardians, taking into consideration possible underlying psycho-social and medical issues.
- Identify lower limb conditions seen clinically in paediatric patients, select relevant diagnostic assessments and Implement safe, effective and evidence-based management plans.
- Discuss the role of inter-professional practice within the paediatric healthcare system
3 On-campus Activity
You will be required to attend campus for a full day practical session where you will be taught and provided practical time to practice paediatric lower limb assessments.
You will be working through assessments within the Central Queensland University Paediatrics in Podiatry Manual which will be made available to you at the commencement of term.
You are expected to be prompt for an on-time commencement and ensure you are dressed in appropriate clothing to perform biomechanical assessment in.
AI assessment scale Level 1 (No AI): You must not use AI at any point during the assessment.
The 72 hour grace period does not apply to this assessment item.
Week 11 Wednesday (1 Oct 2025) 8:00 am AEST
Class will commence at 8am and conclude at 4pm.
Week 11 Wednesday (1 Oct 2025)
Marks will be returned via Moodle
Assessments will be those covered in the 2024 paediatric practical handbook which will be made available to you on Moodle at the commencement of term.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills with paediatric patients and their parents/ guardians, taking into consideration possible underlying psycho-social and medical issues.
- Identify lower limb conditions seen clinically in paediatric patients, select relevant diagnostic assessments and Implement safe, effective and evidence-based management plans.
4 In-class Test(s)
The In-class Test will cover all content taught during the term from week 1-week 12. Further information regarding the examination will be provided during term in Moodle.
AI assessment scale level 1 (No AI): You must not use Al at any point during the assessment. You must demonstrate your core skills and knowledge.
The 72 hour grace period does not apply to this assessment item.
Exam Week Monday (20 Oct 2025) 1:00 pm AEST
IThe location for the in-class test will be made available to you closer to the date.
Exam Week Friday (24 Oct 2025)
Results will not be made available prior to the finalisation of grades.
You will be marked according to a purpose made marking sheet for this assessment task.
- Identify lower limb conditions seen clinically in paediatric patients, select relevant diagnostic assessments and Implement safe, effective and evidence-based management plans.
- Discuss the role of inter-professional practice within the paediatric healthcare system
As a CQUniversity student you are expected to act honestly in all aspects of your academic work.
Any assessable work undertaken or submitted for review or assessment must be your own work. Assessable work is any type of work you do to meet the assessment requirements in the unit, including draft work submitted for review and feedback and final work to be assessed.
When you use the ideas, words or data of others in your assessment, you must thoroughly and clearly acknowledge the source of this information by using the correct referencing style for your unit. Using others’ work without proper acknowledgement may be considered a form of intellectual dishonesty.
Participating honestly, respectfully, responsibly, and fairly in your university study ensures the CQUniversity qualification you earn will be valued as a true indication of your individual academic achievement and will continue to receive the respect and recognition it deserves.
As a student, you are responsible for reading and following CQUniversity’s policies, including the Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure. This policy sets out CQUniversity’s expectations of you to act with integrity, examples of academic integrity breaches to avoid, the processes used to address alleged breaches of academic integrity, and potential penalties.
What is a breach of academic integrity?
A breach of academic integrity includes but is not limited to plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, cheating, contract cheating, and academic misconduct. The Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure defines what these terms mean and gives examples.
Why is academic integrity important?
A breach of academic integrity may result in one or more penalties, including suspension or even expulsion from the University. It can also have negative implications for student visas and future enrolment at CQUniversity or elsewhere. Students who engage in contract cheating also risk being blackmailed by contract cheating services.
Where can I get assistance?
For academic advice and guidance, the Academic Learning Centre (ALC) can support you in becoming confident in completing assessments with integrity and of high standard.
What can you do to act with integrity?
