Abstract
This subject develops knowledge of the health and well-being perspectives of Indigenous Australian peoples. It will enhance understandings of the underlying historical, political, social, economic and cultural factors that contribute to Indigenous health in a contemporary context. It examines a range of social, cultural, historical, and institutional factors that impact … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
Module 1: Standpoint investigations (LO1, LO4)Standpoint investigations: institutions and historical narrativesStandpoint investigations: Social and cultural spheresExamining racial influences: Historical and contemporary institutionsCritical reflexivity in group work and the professionsModule 2: History, health and society (LO1, LO2, LO3, LO5)Historical and contemporary health policy and practiceSocial determinants of healthBeyond deficit discoursesIndigenous Australian … For more content click the Read More button below.
Assessment items
1. Reflections
2. Information Package
3. Personal Learning Objective
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to describe, analyse and theorise individual and collective standpoint in relation to Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples' historical experiences of the health professions;
2.
be able to investigate, compare and reflect on health practices and the social determinants of health for Indigenous Australians;
3.
be able to critically reflect on historical and socio-economic factors that frame Indigenous Australian peoplesÂ’ health and critique deficit paradigms and their impact on health service provision to Indigenous Australians;
4.
be able to critically examine how the invention of racial science influences historical and contemporary structures of Australian society and its health institutions;
5.
be able to demonstrate an understanding of the significance of Indigenous Australian perspectives on health and wellbeing through reflection on contemporary Australian health practice and service delivery; and
6.
be able to relate and map new knowledge and understandings to demonstrate ethical practice in the health professions, and to explore principles for respectful partnerships with Indigenous Australian communities.