Introduction
In this unit, you will explore and compare different models of service design, articulation and delivery and how they influence health and wellbeing outcomes for diverse population groups. With a focus on rights, self-determination and strengths-based approaches, you will investigate the key principles of consumer engagement and participation, person-centred partnerships, and co-design. You will explore the concepts of wellness, empowerment, reablement, and recovery and how they can be used to support individuals, families and their support networks to achieve meaningful, purpose-driven outcomes.
Summary
| Unit name | Contemporary Support in Health and Community Services |
| Unit code | ZAC103 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | University College |
| Discipline | Pathways |
| Coordinator | Doctor Carolyn King |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Evaluate different models of service design and delivery to inform quality personalised support.
- Communicate and use person-centred and strengths-based approaches to achieve purpose-driven outcomes for individuals and their support networks.
- Apply engagement, partnership and co-design principles and skills to facilitate planning and decision making for personalised support.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
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. |
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| Assessment | AT1: Strengths Assessment and Reflection (25%)|AT2: Co-design Interview (35%)|AT3: Case Study (40%) |
| 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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