Unit details
Prerequisites
96 credit points of first year core ABSW units.
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Learning Outcomes
1. | Apply knowledge of trauma to demonstrate its potential effect on human development, wellbeing and agency; | ||
2. | Demonstrate trauma informed approaches with individuals, families, groups and communities; | ||
3. | Apply a systems perspective to understanding the impact and experience of trauma for individuals, groups and communities; and | ||
4. | Reflect on social work use of self when responding to trauma. |
Assessment
Assessment type | Description | Grade |
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Test | Written Review (800 words) | 20% |
Other | Practice scenario, including team consultation (15 mins) and individual written student statement of learning responding to set questions (1000 words) | 50% |
Portfolio | Trauma-Informed Practice Portfolio (1500words) | 30% |
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