Courses & Units

Social Conflict Resolution A HSP134

Hobart

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

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?
Delivered By Delivered wholly by the provider
Level Introductory

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Hobart Spring school (extended) Off-Campus International Domestic
Hobart Police Study Period 1 Off-Campus International Domestic
Hobart Police Study Period 2 Off-Campus International Domestic

Key

On-campus
Off-Campus
International students
Domestic students

Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Police Study Period 1 3/1/2021 2/12/2021 6/12/2021 29/6/2022
Spring school (extended) 25/10/2021 17/11/2021 20/12/2021 13/2/2022
Police Study Period 2 27/9/2021 23/12/2021 5/5/2022 4/12/2022

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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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
090501 $1,812.00 $850.00 $993.00 $2,108.00
  • Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
  • HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
  • FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4

1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

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Teaching

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Textbooks

Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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