| Short Description: | Foun Human Services Discipline |
| Units : | 1 |
| Faculty or Section : | Faculty of Health, Engineering and Sciences |
| School or Department : | School of Health and Wellbeing |
| Student contribution band : | Band 2 |
| ASCED code : | 061309 - Community Health |
| Grading basis : | Graded |
| Version produced : | 5 March 2021 |
Synopsis
This course provides an overview and introduction of social welfare and health theories, services, values, and practice from Australian and international perspectives. It establishes the intellectual and value context for the broader human service field and introduces students to key perspectives of health, welfare, vulnerability and disadvantage. Content covered includes national and international history of health and social welfare provision and explores the philosophies, underpinning values, debates, and practice in Australia and abroad through interactive lectures and tutorial activities.
Course offers
| Semester | Mode | Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 2, 2021 | On-campus | Ipswich |
| Semester 2, 2021 | Online |