WS5002 - Rural and Remote Welfare

Credit points:	03
Year:	2005
Student Contribution Band:	Band 1
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This subject provides students with the opportunity to explore the issues and concepts relevant to social welfare practice in rural and remote areas of Australia. Particular attention will be paid to the position of Indigenous people in rural and remote Australia. Students will be encouraged to critically analyse the provision of social welfare services and the practice dilemmas that impact on this provision.

Learning Outcomes

• understanding of social needs, social planning, social development, human services provision and welfare practice in provincial, rural and remote areas.

Graduate Qualities

• The ability to think critically, to analyse and evaluate claims, evidence and arguments;
• The ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences;
• The ability to speak and write logically, clearly and creatively;
• The ability to learn independently and in a self-directed manner.

Availabilities
, Study Period 2
Census Date 31-Aug-2005
Coordinator:	Professor Debra Miles
Method of Delivery:	Printed materials
Assessment:	.

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