Impairment Assessment Training Victoria

Delivery: Online This is a Stream 2 module and it is designed for doctors that have already successfully completed the Stream 1 module and hold that accreditation. Stream 2 modules do not have any assessment requirements, they will help you improve your proficiency by updating your skills in applying the AMA4 Guides and/or other prescribed assessment methods. Successful completion of the Stream 2 module will lead to awarding of one update to accreditation: Infectious Occupational Diseases update If you have not already successfully completed this module and you want to gain this accreditation, please go back to the homepage and enrol in Infectious Occupational Diseases (Stream 1). Module information This module covers the evaluation criteria set in the prescribed Guidelines for assessing Occupational Infectious Diseases. The module includes: The methodology of the prescribed Guidelines for assessing Occupational Infectious Diseases and the fact that these Guidelines do not apply for some but not all compensation jurisdictions.​ *Course cost includes GST. *Participants need to have their AMA4 Guide with them when they complete the training. Read more

IMPORTANT NOTE: This Stream 1 module requires you to also complete Core (Stream 1) to become an approved assessor.  Delivery: Online  This is a Stream 1 module and it’s designed for doctors that have never successfully completed the Stream 1 module and do not hold this accreditation. Accreditation requires you to complete the online modules as well as successfully completing the module assessment. Successful completion of the module will lead to awarding of one accreditation Urological System If you have already successfully completed Stream 1 module and you want to undertake continuing education, please go back to the homepage and enrol in Urological System update (Stream 2). Module information This module teaches the approach required from parts of Chapter 11 of the Guides to assess permanent impairment of the urinary system and the male reproductive system. The module covers: The methodology for evaluating upper urinary tract impairment, including loss of kidney and assessment of overall upper urinary tract impairment. The methodology to evaluate upper bladder, urethra and urinary diversions. The methodology to evaluate the male reproductive organs including the penis, scrotum, testes, epididymides, prostate and spermatic cords. Apportionment of impairment to disentangle what impairment may or may not be related to a compensable event.​ *Course cost includes GST. *Participants need to have their AMA4 Guide with them when they complete the training. Read more

Delivery: Online  This is a Stream 2 module and it’s designed for doctors that have already successfully completed the Steam 1 module and hold that accreditation. Stream 2 modules do not have any assessment requirements, they will help you improve your proficiency by updating your skills in applying the AMA4 Guides and/or other prescribed assessment methods. Successful completion of the Stream 2 module will lead to awarding of one update to accreditation: Urological System update If you have not already successfully completed the Stream 1 module and you want to gain that accreditation, please go back to the homepage and enrol in Urological System (Stream 1). Module information This module teaches the approach required from parts of Chapter 11 of the Guides to assess permanent impairment of the urinary system and the male reproductive system. The module covers: The methodology for evaluating upper urinary tract impairment, including loss of kidney and assessment of overall upper urinary tract impairment. The methodology to evaluate upper Bladder, Urethra and Urinary Diversions. The methodology to evaluate the male reproductive organs including the penis, scrotum, testes, epididymides, prostate and spermatic cords. Apportionment of impairment to disentangle what impairment may or may not be related to a compensable event.​ *Course cost includes GST. *Participants need to have their AMA4 Guide with them when they complete the training. Read more

IMPORTANT NOTE: This Stream 1 module requires you to also complete Core (Stream 1) to become an approved assessor.  Delivery: Webinar This is a Stream 1 module and is designed for doctors that have never successfully completed the Stream 1 module and do not hold this accreditation. Accreditation requires you to attend the session as well as successfully completing the module assessment. Successful completion of the module will lead to awarding of one accreditation Nervous System If you have already successfully completed this module and you want to undertake continuing education, please go back to the homepage and enrol in Nervous System update (Stream 2). *Course cost includes GST. *Participants need to have their AMA4 Guide with them during the training session. Module information The module teaches the methodology in the Guides for evaluating permanent impairments resulting in dysfunction of the brain, brain stem, cranial nerves, spinal cord, nerve roots, and peripheral nerves. While much of the methodology is found in Chapter 4 of the Guides, the module also covers the approach required to use other parts of the Guides to assess certain impairments, particularly peripheral nerve injury. The module covers The methodology for assessing impairment of the forebrain including evaluation of mental status, brain injury causing behavioural change, epilepsy, and major motor and sensory disorders The methodology for assessing impairment from spinal cord injury and the approach to be taken when an alternative spine assessment has been conducted using Chapter 3 of the Guides The methodology for assessing cranial nerve dysfunction, including the approach to be taken when a more specific method of assessment is available from another Chapter of the Guides (such as when cranial nerves affecting vision are involved) The methodology for assessing peripheral nerves which includes the approach to estimate (or grade) the extent of damage of a peripheral nerve, including the branchial plexus. Read more

Delivery: Webinar This is a Stream 2 module and is designed for doctors that have already successfully completed the Stream 1 Nervous System module and have been awarded that accreditation. Stream 2 modules do not have any assessment requirements, they will help you improve your proficiency by updating your skills in applying the AMA4 Guides and/or other prescribed assessment methods. Successful completion of the Stream 2 module will lead to awarding of one update to accreditation: Nervous System update If you have not already successfully completed the Nervous System Stream 1 Module and you want to gain that accreditation, please go back to the homepage and enrol in Nervous System (Stream 1). *Course cost includes GST. *Participants need to have their AMA4 Guide with them during the training session. Module information The module teaches the methodology in the Guides for evaluating permanent impairments resulting dysfunction of the brain, brain stem, cranial nerves, spinal cord, nerve roots, and peripheral nerves. While much of the methodology is found in Chapter 4 of the Guides, the module also covers the approach required to use other parts of the Guides to assess certain impairments, particularly peripheral nerve injury. The module covers The methodology for assessing impairment of the forebrain including evaluation of mental status, brain injury causing behavioural change, epilepsy, and major motor and sensory disorders The methodology for assessing impairment from spinal cord injury and the approach to be taken when an alternative spine assessment has been conducted using Chapter 3 of the Guides The methodology for assessing cranial nerve dysfunction, including the approach to be taken when a more specific method of assessment is available from another Chapter of the Guides (such as when cranial nerves affecting vision are involved) The methodology for assessing peripheral nerves which includes the approach to estimate (or grade) the extent of damage of a peripheral nerve, including the branchial plexus. Read more

IMPORTANT NOTE: This Stream 1 module requires you to also complete Core (Stream 1) to become an approved assessor.  Delivery: Webinar This is a Stream 1 module and it’s designed for doctors that have never successfully completed the Dermatology Stream 1 module and do not hold this accreditation. Accreditation requires you to attend the session as well as successfully completing the module assessment. Successful completion of the module will lead to awarding of one accreditation Dermatology ( Skin System/Scar) If you have already successfully completed this module and you want to undertake continuing education, please go back to the homepage and enrol in Dermatology (Skin System/Scar) update (Stream 2). *Course cost includes GST. *Participants need to have their AMA4 Guide with them during the training session. Module information This module covers the methodology in the Guides for evaluating permanent impairment of the skin and its appendages. The module mostly covers Chapter 13 of the Guides but does include how and when to refer to other part of the Guides (including part of Chapter 9) to assess facial impairment. The module covers The assessment of skin as organ system which includes assessments of scars (including surgical scar), burns, skin grafts, and stumps, but also includes dermatological conditions such as dermatitis. The approach to evaluate the impact of a skin condition on activities of daily living. The approach to use when considering what symptoms and signs or skin disorder may be present, whether these will change with treatment, and the extent of any treatment that may be required. The use of part of Chapter 9 to assess facial impairment. The approach to be taken when other parts of the Guides are used to assess the effect of certain skin conditions. Read more