Abstract
This subject provides students with knowledge and insight into sexual assault, family violence and the resulting associated trauma. Students will develop an understanding of the impacts experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples affected by sexual assault or family violence, and the associated trauma. This subject highlights the links … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
This subject will cover the following modules:
Module 1. Issues for the professional;Module 2. Sexual assault;Module 3. Family and domestic violence;Module 4. Understanding trauma; andModule 5. Healing from trauma.
Assessment items
1. Environmental Scan - SWOT
2. Community Safety Action Plan Review
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
research, analyse and critically discuss the impact and prevalence of family violence, sexual assault and associated trauma for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and their communities;
2.
identify issues and barriers to reporting/disclosing sexual assault and family violence for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people;
3.
critically evaluate strategies for best practice when working in the area of sexual assault, family violence and associated trauma;
4.
discuss the principles underpinning effective partnerships with community agencies when planning initiatives to address sexual assault, family violence and associated trauma; and
5.
respond appropriately and effectively to issues of sexual assault, family violence and associated trauma at a beginner practitioner level.
Enrolment restrictions
Restricted to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Restricted to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Health Science- Mental Health.
Pre-requisite
Learning activities
Intensive School
Learning resources
Additional resources required by students
Students attending compulsory intensive schools on Charles Sturt campuses will incur costs associated with travel, accommodation and required resources.