OverviewAbout this course
Connect with the oldest living culture on Earth. Delve into Aboriginal history and gain a greater understanding of the present. Be inspired to engage with your community as you become an advocate for positive change in your professional practice.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Engage effectively with the community
Understand Aboriginal cultural practices and protocols
Analyse Aboriginal history and the continuing effects of intergenerational trauma
Understand available support services
Develop ethical practices
Demonstrate leadership skills for active community contributions
Conduct research to gain up to date industry information
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
A nationally accredited qualification at diploma level
An enriched understanding of Aboriginal culture, history and cultural protocols to apply in your work
Practical strategies to reinforce cultural identity and knowledge
Leadership skills to contribute actively in the community
Strong employment opportunities in service delivery roles with Aboriginal people
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
- There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
Emotional maturity and work/life experience to handle challenging and emotionally confronting situations and learning contexts
The ability to interpret complex documents and prepare written and oral reports
A goal to create change in the community by building your knowledge on Aboriginal history, cultural practices and protocols
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) level 4
Note:
If you are a non-Aboriginal student, please be aware that completing this course does not allow you to become a cultural advisor and bypass cultural protocols
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: Aboriginal project officer, project officer, Aboriginal community development officer, community development officer, Aboriginal policy officer and policy officer.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study1 Course
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
Further study1 Course
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Related study0 Courses
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
The Diploma of Aboriginal Studies for Professional Practice does not have any related courses.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Diploma of Aboriginal Studies for Professional Practice qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 14 units of competency, including 4 core and 10 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Analyse aspects of Aboriginal CulturesNAT11222001
Analyse responses to the effects of invasion on Aboriginal societyNAT11222002
Analyse Aboriginal human rights issues and social justice issuesNAT11222003
Research ethical practices in research and Community engagementNAT11222004
TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
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