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<p>This unit explores the safe and effective provision of health care in partnership with women and families identifying as Australian First Nations Peoples. The central focus is an exploration of the experience of motherhood, family development, and perinatal health of First Nations Peoples. Building a depth of understanding of the historical and contemporary influences on the social determinants of health including cultural and political factors and their impact on shaping Australian First Nations diverse communities will also be examined. This unit is underpinned by a strengths-based, family centred approach, as a fundamental principle of care. Students will apply principles of culturally safe practice of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People, based on a foundation of respect for diversity and difference, addressing individual needs of the family.</p>
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<p>The CATSINaM Health Curriculum Framework (2014); ANMAC Midwife Accreditation Standards (2021); NMBA Midwife Standards for Practice (2018); NMBA Code of Conduct for Midwives (2018); Code of Ethics for Midwives (2014); NMBA Decision-making framework for nursing and midwifery (2020); NMBA Decision-making framework summary - midwifery (2020); National Digital Health Strategy (2021); National Safety and Quality Health Services Standards (2019) and Federation University Stretch Reconciliation Plan have substantially informed the syllabus/content of this unit.</p>
<p>MODULES AND MIDWIFERY THEORY</p>
<p>1. Overview of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples` history and culture</p>
<p>2. Contemporary and traditional Australian Indigenous culture and identity</p>
<p>3. Cultural safety in midwifery care</p>
<p>4. Health and wellbeing</p>
<p>5. Addressing inequities</p>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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<p>This unit explores the safe and effective provision of health care in partnership with women and families identifying as Australian First Nations Peoples. The central focus is an exploration of the experience of motherhood, family development, and perinatal health of First Nations Peoples. Building a depth of understanding of the historical and contemporary influences on the social determinants of health including cultural and political factors and their impact on shaping Australian First Nations diverse communities will also be examined. This unit is underpinned by a strengths-based, family centred approach, as a fundamental principle of care. Students will apply principles of culturally safe practice of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People, based on a foundation of respect for diversity and difference, addressing individual needs of the family.</p>
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<p>The CATSINaM Health Curriculum Framework (2014); ANMAC Midwife Accreditation Standards (2021); NMBA Midwife Standards for Practice (2018); NMBA Code of Conduct for Midwives (2018); Code of Ethics for Midwives (2014); NMBA Decision-making framework for nursing and midwifery (2020); NMBA Decision-making framework summary - midwifery (2020); National Digital Health Strategy (2021); National Safety and Quality Health Services Standards (2019) and Federation University Stretch Reconciliation Plan have substantially informed the syllabus/content of this unit.</p> <p>MODULES AND MIDWIFERY THEORY</p> <p>1. Overview of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples` history and culture</p> <p>2. Contemporary and traditional Australian Indigenous culture and identity</p> <p>3. Cultural safety in midwifery care</p> <p>4. Health and wellbeing</p> <p>5. Addressing inequities</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Health and Wellbeing
Discipline:
Midwifery
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
060303 - Midwifery
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 1</strong><p>Berwick (On Campus)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/midbm2005">View unit fees</a>
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None
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None
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None
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<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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<p>Discuss Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s history, health and culture identifying strategies for delivery of effective care</p>
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<p>Describe historical, political, cultural and social influences that have led to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People health outcomes</p>
K3
<p>Examine and reflect on how one’s own culture and dominant cultural paradigms, influence perceptions of and interactions with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples</p>
K4
<p>Examine the basis of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People’s identities including cultural diversity, cultural vulnerability, resilience and place in contemporary Australia</p>
K5
<p>Recognise the impact of different cultural perspectives and suggest how an individual’s understandings can influence engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families, organisations, and communities</p>
S1
<p>Demonstrate theoretical understanding and skills development in communication, interpersonal skills, and education for health promotion in relation to the childbearing continuum</p>
S2
<p>Analyse the rationale for the development of health policies that affect Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities</p>
S3
<p>Recognise factors relating to health inequity between Indigenous and non-Indigenous families. Explore the current efforts in closing the gap in perinatal outcomes and consider future interventions to address inequalities</p>
A1
<p>Utilise critical thinking, problem solving and reflective practice skills to provide culturally safe woman/family centred care throughout the perinatal period</p>
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<p>Critique the role of midwives in the broader context of public and primary health care provision and the impact on long term maternal and infant health</p>
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<p>Exploration and analysis of important concepts of historical and contemporary social privileges and the potential influence on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health outcomes in the context of Australian maternity care</p>
<p>Audio visual presentation</p>
<p>40-60%</p>
K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, S1
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<p>Application of theoretical concepts to the context of midwifery care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and families.</p>
<p>Written assessment</p>
<p>40-60%</p>
K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, S1, S2, S3, A1
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplementary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Health and Wellbeing
Discipline:
Midwifery
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
060303 - Midwifery
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 1</strong><p>Berwick (On Campus)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/midbm2005">View unit fees</a>
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