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Bachelor of Inclusive Education and Disability Studies
BInclEd&DisabSt
240 cp
Minimum duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time.
Course available at: Sydney (Strathfield), NSW
EFTSL value of units: All 10 cp units in this course have an EFTSL value of 0.125. Units with a cp value of a multiple of 10 have corresponding EFTSL values.
1. Admission Requirements1
To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites:
Assumed knowledge: Completion of Higher School Certificate.
Additional selection criteria: Applicants with experience working in community-based organisations which provide a service to people with a disability are also encouraged to apply.
2. Requirements for Completion of the Degree2
2.1 To qualify for the degree, a student must complete 240 cp from the Schedule of Unit Offerings, consisting of:
- 180 cp from Discipline Studies;
- 60 cp from one of the Professional Practice Specialisations;
2.2 A student who has completed the Associate Degree in Inclusive Education and Disability Studies (previously named the Diploma in Education (Habilitation)) may be granted advanced standing.
3. Exit Point
A student who has completed the requirements prescribed for the Associate Degree in Inclusive Education and Disability Studies may exit with that award.
Schedule of Unit Offerings
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Prerequisite (Pre), co-requisite (Co) and incompatible (Inc) units are indicated in parentheses where applicable.
Discipline Studies
Education Studies
| Unit Code | Credit Points | Unit Name |
|---|---|---|
|
EDAC116 |
10 |
Interpersonal Communication Skills |
|
EDAC133 |
10 |
Attitudes and Inclusive Education |
|
EDFD167 |
10 |
Contexts for Learning and Development |
|
EDRE309 |
10 |
Ethics in Professional Practice |
Learning/Teaching
| Unit Code | Credit Points | Unit Name |
|---|---|---|
|
EDAC134 |
10 |
Technology and Independence |
|
EDAC135 |
10 |
Person Centred Planning and Inclusive Learning |
|
EDAC136 |
10 |
Adaptive Communication Supports |
|
EDAC223 |
10 |
Instructional Delivery in Community Settings |
|
EDAC224 |
10 |
Understanding Behaviours and Disability |
|
EDAC314 |
10 |
Positive Behaviour Approaches |
Community Inclusion
| Unit Code | Credit Points | Unit Name |
|---|---|---|
|
EDAC137 |
10 |
Disability Studies |
|
EDAC218 |
10 |
Supporting Social Relationships |
|
EDAC225 |
10 |
Family Studies and Disability |
|
EDAC226 |
10 |
Employment Support Issues and Practice |
|
EDAC312 |
10 |
Physical and Mental Health Issues |
Professional Practice Studies
| Unit Code | Credit Points | Unit Name |
|---|---|---|
|
EDAC138 |
10 |
Implementing Disability Competencies |
|
EDAC227 |
10 |
Implementing Person Centred Supports |
|
EDAC313 |
10 |
Implementing Action Research in the Community/FBL |
Professional Practice Specialisations
Community Services
| Unit Code | Credit Points | Unit Name |
|---|---|---|
|
EDAC220 |
10 |
Social Justice, Legal and Policy Issues |
|
EDAC228 |
10 |
Case Work and Management in Community Settings |
|
EDAC309 |
10 |
Strategic Management of Resources |
|
EDAC310 |
10 |
Advocacy, Power and Empowerment |
|
EDAC311 |
10 |
Professional Communication and Guidance |
|
EDAC315 |
10 |
Lifelong Learning and Ageing |
School Education
| Unit Code | Credit Points | Unit Name |
|---|---|---|
|
EDLA107 |
10 |
Linguistics for Literacy |
|
EDLA108 |
10 |
Children’s Literature for Literacy |
|
EDMA103 |
10 |
Exploring Mathematics 1 |
|
EDMA309 |
10 |
Exploring Mathematics 2 |
|
EDST107 |
10 |
Science and Technology for Early Childhood and Primary Teachers 1 |
|
EDST204 |
10 |
Science and Technology for Early Childhood and Primary Teachers 2 |
1A student must also comply with the Admission Rules.
2Requirements for working with children: All students enrolled must have the appropriate approvals before they may enter a classroom. These are: Blue Card (Qld) or Working with Children Check (ACT, NSW and Vic). International students must bring police check documentation from their own countries.
