Governance in Health Care: Principles and Practices

Governance in health care is the set of relationships and responsibilities established by a health service organisation between its state or territory department of health, governing body, executive, workforce, patients, consumers and other stakeholders to ensure good clinical outcomes. Governance in health care is essential for the effective and efficient operation of health care facilities, such as hospitals, clinics, and other medical institutions. Governance in health care also supports the delivery of safe, high-quality, and person-centred care and services that meet the needs and expectations of the community.

This course will provide you with a comprehensive overview of the key principles and practices of governance in health care, and how they can be applied to real-world problems and cases. You will learn about the roles and functions of different governance actors and structures, the standards and frameworks for governance in health care, the tools and techniques for governance assessment and improvement, the methods and measures for governance monitoring and reporting, and the best practices and examples of governance in health care.