Course overview
This course aims to explore the historical and contemporary perspectives of social and cultural determinants of Aboriginal health and wellbeing. The course aims to develop introductory knowledge and understanding of the relationship and tensions between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and mainstream health services as the basis for developing reflective and culturally responsive health professionals.
- Past Policy
- Community and Context
- Moving Forward
Course learning outcomes
- Describe the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians pre-colonisation and identify key events since colonisation that have impacted the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
- Discuss Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander concepts of health, wellness and wellbeing, including interrelationships with culture, family and connection to Country
- Reflect on approaches to Aboriginal Wellness and Wellbeing and implications for professional practice
- Reflect on own positioning as a health worker, and your understandings of racism, power and privilege
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus West
Group 1
Class number 29175
Section LE01
Size 100
Available 91
Class number 29176
Section TU02
Size 48
Available 45
Class number 29177
Section TU01
Size 48
Available 42
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