Abstract
In this subject you will be introduced to key concepts relating to service provision and service delivery and will explore the strategies and competencies required when working with a range of culturally diverse communities throughout Australia. The relationship between cultural diversity and policy development as well as its implementation will … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
Anti discrimination and cultural competencies, including: historical background.Practicing cross cultural competencies, including: racial/cultural identity development; use of different cultural frameworks; worldviews.Frameworks for future practice and countering structural stigma, including: the impact of policies on special needs groups with possible reference to young people within families; institutional discrimination; systemic racism; structural … For more content click the Read More button below.
Assessment items
1. Report
2. Reflective statement and essay
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to analyse critically the key issues that have influenced service provision and service delivery to culturally diverse communities
2.
be able to understand the strategies and policy implications of access and equity in relation to welfare programs throughout Australia
3.
be able to demonstrate an understanding of cross cultural competencies in delivering services to individuals, groups and communities from diverse cultural backgrounds
4.
be able to assess the impact of policies on special needs groups with possible reference to young people within families