HUMA307 to HUMA500

HUMA307 The Nature and Management of Dementia                                                                          10 cp

Prerequisites Nil

Teaching Organisation Lectures, discussion of topics in study guide through distance education mode.

Although only a small number of older persons experience dementia, the design of services and the training of staff to assist such persons is becoming more specialised in nursing homes and respite centres. It is essential for employees to understand the different conditions which result in dementia and the recommended ways of interacting with persons who have dementia. Dementia not only affects people and changes their lifestyle dramatically and tragically, but also has effects on the families and others who care about them. A person’s diminished capacity for making informed decisions has legal implications relating to consent and financial management.

HUMA309 Aged Care in the Community                                                                                               10 cp

Prerequisites Nil

Teaching Organisation Lectures, discussion of topics in study guide through distance education mode.

The majority of older persons in Australia do not move into supported residential care but remain living in their own homes. As people get older their lifestyle changes. Their care needs tend to increase due to an increase in health problems, possible reduction of mobility and decreased social networks. This unit will provide students with an understanding of the home-based support options, the potential for the development of more flexible services and the legislation in place to ensure quality service delivery to meet the ongoing changing needs of the older person, such older persons maintaining social networks and interests and to establish new ones.

HUMA313 Lifestyle Facilitation 3                                                                                                          10 cp

Prerequisites Nil

Teaching Organisation Lectures, discussion of topics in study guide through distance education mode.

The main approach of lifestyle facilitation is an individual one: meeting needs on a one–to–one basis. On occasions, however, the individual’s needs may be met within a group setting. Workers employed to assist people with a disability may be responsible for the organising and functioning of the group process. Within the social context, lifetime friendships develop through interaction with others who have similar interests and similar life experiences. Acknowledging that it is best that people choose their own friends, people with a disability often choose as friends other people with a disability who have had similar life experiences. With inclusion in the community as a principle of practice, workers who assist people with a disability have a role to play in encouraging inclusion by the methods used to assist the organisation of group activities. The units Lifestyle Facilitation 1 and Lifestyle Facilitation 2 provided students with practical facilitation exercises on an individual basis. This unit focuses on the development of a groups program in accordance with the needs of the individuals. Program implementation and evaluation are also integral components of the development process.

HUMA314 Social Issues in Australia                                                                                                     10 cp

Prerequisites Nil

Teaching Organisation Lectures, discussion of topics in study guide through distance education mode.

The aim of human service workers is to facilitate lifestyles for those who have disabilities in which they have equality of opportunities and access to facilities and benefits of Australian society. This requires an understanding of specific issues as they relate to those with disabilities including sexuality, employment, housing, and social security systems and benefits.

The impact of the legal system regarding inclusion and equity includes such issues as advocacy and rights, Disability and Mental Health Acts, guardianship, and other legislation. Because some issues are dealt with differently in the Australian states, this unit also provides references for information access according to local situations.

HUMA315 Intellectual Disability Issues                                                                                                 10 cp

Prerequisites Introductory Units

Teaching Organisation Each semester is 12 weeks in length and is taught by distance education.

This unit examines the varying types of intellectual disability and how these forms of disability impact upon the lifestyle of a person. It provides students with the opportunity to explore how and why intellectual disability occurs and the therapeutic responses available to lessen the effect of this disability and enhance the skills of an individual. This unit will provide discussion on the lifestyle issues and current legislation that particularly affect people with intellectual disability and the types of support services available.

HUMA316 The Law and Duty of Care                                                                                                   10 cp

Prerequisites Introductory Units

Teaching Organisation This unit is taught by distance education.

This unit introduces residential supervisors to the legal issues concerned with care of residents in the residential education setting. Although seen as a formidable area of concern in the care and supervision of residents, there are guidelines to follow and precedents set which enable a common sense approach to management of these issues. Concepts and ramifications of the term “in loco parentis” are studied, as well as policy and practice concerned with standards of care, risk assessment and reporting. The development of best practice ensuring the highest quality of care, are of primary concern.

HUMA400 Honours Thesis A (Full–time)                                                                                                20 cp

HUMA406 Honours Thesis B (Full-time)                                                                                                30 cp

HUMA401 Honours Thesis A (Part–time)                                                                                               10 cp

HUMA402 Seminar in Research Methods                                                                                             10 cp

Prerequisites Entry into Honours Course

This unit is an interdisciplinary study of theory and practice of research and writing with a particular focus on research technique, literature searches, information technology and thesis presentation. Its objectives are to establish the principles of research; to introduce literacy skills central to independent research and to master the skills of thesis planning and writing.

HUMA407 Honours Thesis B (Part-time)                                                                                                10 cp

HUMA408 Honours Thesis C (Part-time)                                                                                                10 cp

HUMA409 Honours Thesis D (Part-time)                                                                                                20 cp

Prerequisites Entry into the Honours course

Teaching Organisation The thesis will be prepared under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by the School Committee on the recommendation of the Head of School.

The selection of a topic or general area of research should be discussed with appropriate staff well before the commencement ofthe academic year. An initial proposal for a research area is to be submitted to the relevant Head of School on the prescribed form no later than 1 December of the previous year. Students may be advised at this stage to discuss their proposals with particular staff members. A more detailed research proposal, set out according to Faculty guidelines, is to be submitted. At this stage, the Head of School will make a formal recommendation to the School Committee concerning the appointment of a supervisor.

The preparation and presentation of a thesis of 15,000 words related to a discipline in which a Major has been undertaken in the Pass degree and involving appropriate individual research supervised by staff appointed by the School Committee.

HUMA500 Professional Development: Special Study                                                                           10 cp

Prerequisites Nil

Teaching organisation 2 hours of lectures for 12 weeks or equivalent.

This unit allows students to enrol in postgraduate level study for purposes of professional development reflecting the needs of a particular group or organisation and will generally have a focus on the mission and institutional identity of the group or organisation. It is intended to allow, at postgraduate level, a unit of professional development designed to meet a specific purpose and is normally undertaken by flexible delivery as non-award study.