Introduction
In this unit you will learn the principles of culturally respectful, safe and trauma informed care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults, including those people with dementia. In the context of the social determinants of health relevant to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, this unit will focus on strength, resilience, and holistic approaches to care provision. Core concepts are drawn from the quality of life tool Good Spirit, Good Life, the online Caring for Spirit program, Let’s CHAT (Community Health Approaches To) Dementia in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities and Aboriginal women learning on Country. Your study experience has been co-designed with Aboriginal Elders from lutruwita (Tasmania), the Koori Regions of Victoria and New South Wales, and the Noongar Country of Western Australia. In this fully online unit, you will learn through a variety of learning approaches coupled with authentic assessments.
Summary
| Unit name | Culturally Respectful and Safe Care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People with Dementia |
| Unit code | CAD122 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Health Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre |
| Discipline | Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre |
| Coordinator | Associate Professor Lyn Goldberg |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Recognize the specific needs and challenges faced by older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the context of healthcare and aged care services.
- Describe and reflect upon what culturally respectful, safe and trauma informed care means for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with dementia.
- Apply knowledge of culturally safe care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in community settings.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Assessment | Discussion Board Activities (30%)|Written Assignment (30%)|Oral Presentation (40%) |
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| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
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