Courses & Units

Social Conflict Resolution A HSP134

This unit is being phased out, no new enrolments are being taken.

This unit is only available to students accepted into the In-Service Pathway of 13D Bachelor of Social Sciences (Police Studies).

Introduction

This unit examines the concepts, principles and practices of effective communication with focus on oral intervention tactics to de-escalate and resolve conflict in a variety of contexts. It provides direct practice skills in negotiation and conflict management techniques appropriate when communicating with individuals and groups - including those affected by alcohol and drugs and by mental illnesses, as well as those from non-English speaking backgrounds and those threatening or attempting suicide. In addition, knowledge and skills in the use of enabling technologies for critical incident and emergency responses such a police radio, telephone and computer systems, local and national data bases are demonstrated and practiced. The relationship between police and the media is also explored. Integrity principles and issues when dealing with sensitive and personal information are examined.

Summary

Unit name	Social Conflict Resolution A
Unit code	HSP134
Credit points	12.5
College/School	College of Arts, Law and Education School of Social Sciences
Discipline	Policing and Emergency Management
Coordinator	Professor Nicole Asquith
Available as an elective?	No
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Introductory

Availability

This unit is currently unavailable.

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Learning Outcomes

demonstrate and apply knowledge of the key concepts, legislation, policy and procedures related to the subject matter
identify, analyse and evaluate relevant issues and arguments, using evidence to justify your answers and /or actions.
communicate knowledge and research/investigation related to the subject matter in an eportfolio (eworkbook).
these learning outcomes guide the assessment for this unit.

Fee Information

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution ^1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution ^1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution ^2,3	Domestic Full Fee ⁴
			not applicable

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Teaching

Assessment	Assignment (100%)
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Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.
Links	Booktopia textbook finder

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