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Overview

In this subject, students will develop understanding of the organisation and functions of the aged care service sector in Australia. Services are analysed from the perspectives of healthy ageing and population diversity. The course is organised into five modules: (i) Introduction to the aged care systems in Australia, (ii) The … For more content click the Read more button below.

Portfolio

Office of the Provost

School

Psychology and Public Health

Subject coordinator

Karen Teshuva

Year level

Year Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG

Available as elective

No

Available to study abroad / exchange students

Yes

Capstone subject

No

Academic progress review - Schedule A subject

No

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Career ready

Work based learning (placement):No

Subject intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:
1.
To be able to demonstrate an understanding of the aged services in Australia
2.
To be able to describe the reablement/wellness model of aged care service delivery and demonstrate an understanding of the Victorian Active Service Model.
3.
To be able to discuss the relationship between formal and informal care and impacts on frail older people.
4.
To be able to describe the issues in the provision of aged care and support services for groups with particular needs.
5.
To demonstrate knowledge about the care services for people with dementia whose particular needs are related to their condition