Undergraduate TAS-CNA156-2021
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and Well Being
$1,307 $0
Your upfront cost: $0
Duration
14 weeks
Study method
100% online
Available loans
- HECS-HELP
- FEE-HELP
Assessments
100% online
Prior study
Not required
Study terms
- 12 Jul 2021
QS RANKING 2021
19
Times Higher Education Ranking 2021
25
Subject details
Upon completion of this subject, the student should be able to:
- Demonstrate understanding of the impact of colonisation and the policy eras on current health inequalities experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- Identify and understand the social determinants of health and health inequalities that contribute to the current health status of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- Discuss the health services, workforce, policy and political issues that impact on health care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- Reflect upon and examine your own cultural beliefs, values and attitudes, and the influence these may have on providing health care with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians
- Develop strategies to “close the gap” with reference to the principles of culturally safe health care practice with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
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- Introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and Wellbeing
- Health Impacts of Colonisation
- Principles and Practices of Cultural Safety
- Models of Health Service Delivery
No eligibility requirements
Special requirements
No special requirements
This subject explores how historical, cultural and social elements and policy frameworks have shaped the health and wellbeing of Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. Cultural safety, self-determination and collaboration are central concepts within this unit. You will have the opportunity to explore your own cultural beliefs, values and attitudes, and the influence these may have on health care with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. You will also engage in activities that strengthen self-awareness and reflection, and which promote your capacity to demonstrate sensitivity, awareness and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures in the context of providing culturally safe health care. This subject will equip you to become a health service provider who can advocate for improved health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- Multiple Choice Quiz (30%%)
- Reflective Essay (70%%)
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