IN2100 - Cultural Capability
| When | Prior to or within 4 weeks of commencing work in the rural and remote setting | ||
| For | All Staff | Average Time | 70 Minutes |
| Topics | Modules | Overview | Learning Objectives |
| 1. Introduction | Framework |
This course discusses the factors that impact on the ability of health professionals to work effectively in a multicultural setting. Topic 1 defines culture and introduces the cultural capability framework which provides a basis for the development of skills that will assist health staff to work with and provide services to the multicultural population. Topic 2 examines the impacts on culture on health and discusses the importance of effective communication including using interpreters when required. It also discusses factors that will assist health practitioners to work effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, including protocols that should be adopted when working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
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On completion of this topic learners will be able to
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| Defining Culture | |||
| Influences of culture on health | |||
| Communication | |||
| 2. Culture and Health | Working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities |
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