Diploma of Aboriginal Studies for Professional Practice 11222nat
Introduction
Diploma of Aboriginal Studies for Professional Practice 11222nat is a Diploma program taught at TAFE NSW, Australia. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options.
The Diploma of Aboriginal Studies for Professional Practice (11222NAT-01) at TAFE NSW builds knowledge of Aboriginal cultures, protocols, and history. Students learn to engage effectively with the community, understand Aboriginal cultural practices, analyse Aboriginal history and intergenerational trauma, and recognise available support services. The course also includes ethical practices, leadership skills for community contributions, and research to gain up-to-date industry information.
TAFE NSW teaches the qualification through a mix of theory and practical course work. Students complete 14 units of competency, including 4 core and 10 specialty units. Core units cover Aboriginal cultures, invasion effects on Aboriginal society, Aboriginal human rights and social justice issues, and research ethics with community engagement. Specialty units include topics such as board meetings, cultural safety, policy work, partnerships, communication, and workplace documents.
This qualification is nationally accredited at diploma level. The course is intended to prepare learners for service delivery roles with Aboriginal people, including employment opportunities in chosen fields.
Modules
- 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
- Plan and chair Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisation board meetingsBSBFNG401
- Interact with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisation members and the communityBSBFNG402
- Maintain and protect cultural values in an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisationBSBFNG404
- Manage personal health and wellbeingBSBPEF401
- Manage personal and professional developmentBSBPEF501
- Facilitate responsible behaviourCHCCCS009
- Support collaborative planning processesCHCCDE017
- Develop and support community resourcesCHCCDE021
Admission Requirements
The minimum requirements for admission in Diploma of Aboriginal Studies for Professional Practice 11222nat at TAFE NSW for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:
- program specific academic requirment set by TAFE NSW.
- English Language OR any other language requirments as set by TAFE NSW as pre-requiste for admission in Diploma of Aboriginal Studies for Professional Practice 11222nat.
Note: Please check the university website in the link below.
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.
- 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're a non-Aboriginal student, please be aware that completing this course does not allow you to become a cultural advisor and bypass cultural protocols
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) level 4
Courses Units
Please check detail of study units at https://www.tafensw.edu.au/course-areas/aboriginal-cultural-programs/courses/diploma-of-aboriginal-studies-for-professional-practice--11222NAT-01
More Information
- Aboriginal project officer
- Project officer
- Aboriginal community development officer
- Community development officer
- Aboriginal policy officer
- Policy officer
Scholarships
43 fully funded scholarships are listed for Australia. See Australia scholarships.