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    Course code: 901-00093

    Statement of Attainment in Aboriginal Studies for Professional Practice (4 units)

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    OverviewAbout this course

    Enrich your understanding of Aboriginal Culture with this short course. Immerse yourself in the depth of Indigenous history so you can advocate for positive change. Customise your study to suit your career, and select 4 units from the available 6.

    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

    • 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 Statement of Attainment

    • Credit towards a full qualification

    • The ability develop skills and knowledge to integrate Aboriginal Cultural understandings for practical application in a workplace or Community context

    • A strong pathway to complete further learning in Aboriginal studies

    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.

    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

    • An empathetic approach to listening and learning

    • 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: healthcare, education, community services, policy advisors and more.

    Study pathways

    Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

    Previous study0 Courses

    Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

    The Statement of Attainment in Aboriginal Studies for Professional Practice (4 units) does not have any pre-requisite courses.

    Further study1 Course

    Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

    Related study2 Courses

    Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.

    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

    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.

    There are no core units in this course

    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

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

    • Student associations – get social with our student community

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