AD-INDCHL v.1 Associate Degree in Indigenous Community Health
AssocDIndigComHlth(Curtin)
This course is not available to International Onshore Students on Student Visas
Course Overview
Associate Degrees prepare students to develop broad knowledge and skills for paraprofessional/highly skilled work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 6 qualifications.
This course provides Indigenous students with the skills and knowledge necessary to work in the policy, planning, health promotion and project management areas of the Indigenous health industry. It aims to empower and strengthen the well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities through an holistic, multidisciplinary approach that encompasses contemporary Indigenous healing practices, Indigenous self-determination in health, the application of Indigenous knowledge, primary health care, health promotion concepts and practices. This course will enable Indigenous primary health care practitioners to take leadership roles in the formulation and implementation of programs, in particular, through the development and application of Aboriginal Terms of Reference.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.
Course Entry and Completion Details
Applicants for an Associate Degree are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au and include flexible entry pathways. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met.
Education, personal and work experience, existing skills, community, family and employer support, and other evidence are evaluated in an assessment process which takes place at regional centres towards the end of each year. It is preferable that prospective students be working, or prepared to undertake voluntary work, in an Indigenous Australian health-related position or similar community work.
Credit for Recognised Learning
Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au.
Pathway to Further Study
Graduates may qualify for entry to a Bachelor Degree. For further details, see the University website http://curtin.edu.au.
Course Organisation
Associate Degrees typically contains a series of units which may include compulsory (core), optional or elective units to cater for student preferences.
This course is delivered using a block system of education as the mode of delivery. There are four, two-week blocks per annum with a number of individual student field visits (reverse blocks) supported by academic staff each year.
Course Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply knowledge of Indigenous Health and Health Promotion principles and practices and understand how they integrate with other health systems
2. analyse issues related to Indigenous health to generate sustainable health outcomes for Indigenous communities
3. access and synthesise information relevant to the development of sustainable health outcomes for Indigenous communities
4. communicate with all stakeholders effectively to ensure Indigenous health needs are addressed
5. use customary and modern technologies relevant to Indigenous Health to interact with, and on behalf of, Indigenous communities
6. take responsibility for own learning and continuing professional development in the health profession
7. work with consideration of pan-Indigenous and global health perspectives
8. respect and understand human rights and cultural diversity, particularly of Indigenous Australians
9. develop ethical leadership and work professionally within a range of multi-disciplinary professions associated with Indigenous Health
Duration and Availability
This course is two years full-time study. Four study blocks per year are conducted at the Bentley Campus and or regional learning centres. Study blocks may also be held at other locations depending upon student numbers and available funds.
Location and delivery Mode
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| INCD1002 | v.1 | Indigenous Australian Issues and Factors in Local Region | 30.0 | 25.0 | |
| INCD1004 | v.1 | Introduction to Indigenous Australian Ways of Working | 30.0 | 25.0 | |
| INDH1001 | v.1 | Indigenous Australian Healing Practices | 30.0 | 25.0 | |
| INCD1007 | v.1 | Study Management and Communication Skills for Indigenous Australians | 30.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| INCD1001 | v.1 | Indigenous Australian Organisational Practice | 30.0 | 25.0 | |
| INDS1001 | v.1 | Indigenous Australian Spirituality | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| INCD1003 | v.1 | Indigenous Australian Community Practices | 30.0 | 25.0 | |
| INCD1006 | v.1 | Introduction to Managing Australian Indigenous Projects | 30.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| INCD2007 | v.1 | Australian Political and Health Systems | 30.0 | 25.0 | |
| INDH2001 | v.1 | Indigenous Australian Health Project Management | 30.0 | 25.0 | |
| INDH2002 | v.1 | Health Promotion for Indigenous Australians | 30.0 | 25.0 | |
| INCD2005 | v.1 | Indigenous Australian Organisational Practice and Management Skills | 30.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| INDH2003 | v.1 | Indigenous Australian Health Project Implementation | 30.0 | 25.0 | |
| PUBH2003 | v.1 | Global Health Perspectives | 30.0 | 25.0 | |
| INDH2004 | v.1 | Indigenous Australian Health Project Evaluation | 30.0 | 25.0 | |
| PUBH2004 | v.1 | Indigenous Australian Professional Practice and Leadership | 30.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Further Information
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