Curriculum standards

Ready to perform without supervision

Expected behaviours of a trainee who can routinely perform this activity without needing supervision

The trainee will:

• use written and oral communications to describe the health status and health risks of different population groups
• use written and oral communications to convey the breadth of risks (such as financial, reputational, and political) to the organisation, using a variety of media
• use the principles of science communication to share information clearly, accurately, respectfully, responsibly, and empathetically
• identify and act on misinformation as a deliberate barrier to fact-based understanding of the world
• appropriately communicate research findings and data on markers of health and disease risk in the population
• appropriately communicate results of epidemiological studies, including the difference between absolute and relative risk, and its relevance
• tailor communication formats and styles as appropriate for specific audiences

Requires some supervision

Possible behaviours of a trainee who needs some supervision to perform this activity

The trainee may:

• present health information in a variety of forms, including written and oral
• present health information to different audiences using a standardised format and language
• ensure documentation is structured, formatted, and referenced appropriately

Ready to perform without supervision

Expected behaviours of a trainee who can routinely perform this activity without needing supervision

The trainee will:

• employ health information systems, registers, and disease coding
• critically appraise the quality of information
• use informatics and information and communications technology, including new developments
• ensure safety and quality are key considerations in providing public health information

Requires some supervision

Possible behaviours of a trainee who needs some supervision to perform this activity

The trainee may:

• ensure the requirements for mandatory notification are met
• ensure privacy and security of information

Ready to perform without supervision

Expected behaviours of a trainee who can routinely perform this activity without needing supervision

The trainee will:

• demonstrate effective supervision skills and teaching methods that are adapted to the training context
• encourage questioning among junior colleagues and students
• organise and participate in in-service training on new technologies
• provide specific and constructive feedback and comments to junior colleagues
• regularly reflect upon and self-evaluate professional development
• set defined objectives for teaching encounters, and solicit feedback on mutually agreed goals

Requires some supervision

Possible behaviours of a trainee who needs some supervision to perform this activity

The trainee may:

• provide constructive feedback to junior colleagues to contribute to improvements in individuals’ skills
• supervise and coordinate teaching for junior colleagues
• participate in continuing professional development
• actively seek feedback on personal practice

Ready to perform without supervision

Expected behaviours of a trainee who can routinely perform this activity without needing supervision

The trainee will:

• recognise and use Indigenous research principles, including reciprocity and involvement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and Māori (tangata whenua)
• recognise and support Indigenous data sovereignty
• access and use appropriate information sources
• systematically search published and ‘grey’ literature
• document the search strategy
• select studies based on predefined criteria, with formal assessment of bias
• demonstrate an understanding of the appropriate use and correct interpretation of null hypothesis significance testing (p-values and confidence intervals) based on contemporary best practice
• interpret the results of studies in terms of both relative and absolute risks and benefits, costs, and feasibility
• assess internal and external validity
• interpret meta-analyses
• consider issues of causality (chance, bias, confounding, and reverse causality)
• demonstrate an understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of research designs
• grade evidence
• evaluate the applicability of the results to the relevant population
• present well-reasoned conclusions and recommendations
• use national sources of information, such as bureaus of statistics and disease registries

Requires some supervision

Possible behaviours of a trainee who needs some supervision to perform this activity

The trainee may:

• demonstrate efficient searching of literature databases to retrieve evidence
• identify and critique information from credible sources to aid in decision making
• appraise the literature using appropriate tools for the study design
• refer to evidence-based guidelines and protocols
• demonstrate an understanding of the limitations of the evidence and the challenges of applying research in daily practice

Ready to perform without supervision

Expected behaviours of a trainee who can routinely perform this activity without needing supervision

The trainee will:

• consider cultural and religious values and beliefs when providing public health information
• consider the values, beliefs, practices, models of health, biological factors, and unique health needs of specific population groups
• work with affected cultural groups to ensure information is culturally appropriate
• show respect for knowledge and expertise of colleagues and communities

Requires some supervision

Possible behaviours of a trainee who needs some supervision to perform this activity

The trainee may:

• practice cultural safety appropriate for the relevant community
• proactively identify risks in the communication of public health information to different groups, including through different types of media

Ready to perform without supervision

Expected behaviours of a trainee who can routinely perform this activity without needing supervision

The trainee will:

• consider ethical requirements, and adhere to legal requirements, when managing and sharing public health information

Requires some supervision

Possible behaviours of a trainee who needs some supervision to perform this activity

The trainee may:

• identify ethical principles relevant to the provision of public health information

Ready to perform without supervision

Expected behaviours of a trainee who can routinely perform this activity without needing supervision

The trainee will:

• balance risks and benefits in communicating public health information
• use the principles of decision science to formalise decision-making processes

Requires some supervision

Possible behaviours of a trainee who needs some supervision to perform this activity

The trainee may:

• identify risks and benefits in communicating public health information

Ready to perform without supervision

Expected behaviours of a trainee who can routinely perform this activity without needing supervision

The trainee will:

• work collaboratively with other staff
• lead teams, maintaining engagement and a focus on outcomes
• maintain strong communication with other health and intersectoral professionals about the appropriate release of public health information
• work in collaboration with finance / accounting colleagues to make good financial decisions

Requires some supervision

Possible behaviours of a trainee who needs some supervision to perform this activity

The trainee may:

• collaborate with and engage other team members, based on their roles and skills
• ensure appropriate multidisciplinary engagement
• encourage an environment of openness and respect
• attend relevant meetings regularly
• use available tools, under supervision, to build skills in chairing meetings
• use spreadsheets effectively
• prepare for and conduct meetings in a well-organised and time-efficient manner
• work effectively as a member of multidisciplinary teams or other professional groups

Ready to perform without supervision

Expected behaviours of a trainee who can routinely perform this activity without needing supervision

The trainee will:

• use a considered and rational approach to the responsible use of resources, balancing costs against outcomes
• have an equity focus, and consider available healthcare resources
• advise on global trends in health and emerging health risks
• maintain good relationships with health agencies and services
• apply the principles of efficient and equitable allocation of resources to meet individual, community, and national health needs
• use effective methods of advocacy appropriate to the issues being considered and the organisational context

Requires some supervision

Possible behaviours of a trainee who needs some supervision to perform this activity

The trainee may:

• demonstrate an understanding of the role of physician leadership and advocacy in appraising population health and systems of care to improve population health outcomes
• demonstrate awareness of the role and place of different organisations within the healthcare system