Module Outline
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Family Studies
Family Studies
Module
National Code
State Code
50523
50523
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/02/2001
Field of Education
090599 - Human Welfare Studies And Services, N.e.c.
Nominal Hours
30
Description
To define the structure and function of the family
in Australian society, and to analyse the impact of
socialisation which groups individuals into
families.
To recognise the changing roles within families, and examine the effect of
family breakdown and separation on family members.
To calculate the extent of domestic violence,
examine the damage done to women and children, and
to develop practical skills and principles for
action.
To review the concept of childhood, and discuss the issues of child abuse and
incest, and develop practical skills for intervention.
To analyse the impact of poverty in families, and
examine the needs and resources available to single
parents, youth and the aged in families.
in Australian society, and to analyse the impact of
socialisation which groups individuals into
families.
To recognise the changing roles within families, and examine the effect of
family breakdown and separation on family members.
To calculate the extent of domestic violence,
examine the damage done to women and children, and
to develop practical skills and principles for
action.
To review the concept of childhood, and discuss the issues of child abuse and
incest, and develop practical skills for intervention.
To analyse the impact of poverty in families, and
examine the needs and resources available to single
parents, youth and the aged in families.
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Evidence Guide
Internal Assessment 60%
Examination 40%
Internal Assessment
A presentation of a topic chosen from the lecture
series. Students will research the topic, present their research, enable
questions and discussion, and summarise topic
clearly. 30%
Topic Summary 30%
Students will distribute to class members a 1-2 page
summary of their presentation.
Examination 40%
One two-hour written paper. Students must answer
four questions in essay form.
Examination 40%
Internal Assessment
A presentation of a topic chosen from the lecture
series. Students will research the topic, present their research, enable
questions and discussion, and summarise topic
clearly. 30%
Topic Summary 30%
Students will distribute to class members a 1-2 page
summary of their presentation.
Examination 40%
One two-hour written paper. Students must answer
four questions in essay form.
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6898 | 50777 | Certificate I in Communication and Community | Accredited course |
| 6897 | 50779 | Certificate II in Community and Relationships | Accredited course |
| 6993 | Residential and Community Care | Accredited course | |
| 9700 | 0571 | Social Science Welfare Studies | Accredited course |
| 6896 | 50778 | Certificate II in Work and Community Participation | Accredited course |