Supporting People and Diversity unit (ZAC101)

Online

Introduction

This unit will explore diversity in the context of individuals, their unique lives, needs and networks of support. You will use self-awareness to reflect upon your own values, beliefs and self-care needs, as well as those of others, in order to broaden your understanding of ‘the individual’ and the positive, respectful and empowering relationships that underpin quality personalised support. In this unit, you will explore diversity by considering a range of lived experiences and cultural contexts. You will be introduced to the ethical principles of human rights, equity, justice, choice and control, and examine ways in which the needs, goals and preferences of each person can be reflected in the planning and delivery of meaningful, personalised support.

Summary

Unit name	Supporting People and Diversity
Unit code	ZAC101
Credit points	12.5
College/School	University College
Discipline	Pathways
Coordinator	Miss Kendal Sylvester
Available as an elective?	Yes
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Introductory

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Online	Semester 1

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 1	22/2/2026	16/3/2026	19/4/2026	13/6/2026

* 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 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Critically reflect upon personhood from multiple perspectives and in diverse contexts.
• Analyse and apply domains of diversity to build professional relationships with individuals and their support networks.
• Use reflective and deliberative thinking to generate plans for personal and professional development.

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
061309	$1,192.00	$1,192.00	not applicable	$2,562.00

• 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

Teaching Pattern	2 x 2-hour online tutorials and 1 x 3-hour online workshop per semester. 6-hours per week of asynchronous, self-directed engagement with online learning materials and activities. 4-hours per week (on average, peaking around assessment task due dates) of independent study associated with the completion of assessment tasks.
Assessment	Personal Values Inventory and Analysis (20%)|Planning for the Future (30%)|Diversity Principles Exploration (50%)
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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