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Nutritional Diversity in the Australian Population
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SCBFN3003 - Nutritional Diversity in the Australian Population
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<p>This unit addresses the diverse dietary needs of various ethnic groups, considering religious restrictions, traditional dietary preferences, socioeconomic status (SES), and sub-climates. The focus will be on: recognising the needs of an identified target group; developing and assessing a program to meet the identified priority need; implementing and managing the program in a selected setting; evaluating and reporting the outcomes of the program. The content of this unit will also provide a solid grounding for any further study in public health, the health sciences, or other courses where graduates will be working with diverse populations. Particular emphasis is placed on the development of presenting, critiquing, and problem-solving skills that are required when working with individuals to support their nutritional needs within Australia’s diverse population.</p>
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<li>Topics may include:1.Dietary Needs and Cultural Preferences</li>
<li>Socioeconomic Status and Diet</li>
<li>Indigenous Australians and Nutrition</li>
<li>Gender, Food, and Body Image</li>
<li>Obesity: A Global Issue</li>
<li>Social Determinants of Nutritional Choices</li>
<li>Nutrition and the Media</li>
<li>Resolving Issues in Nutrition</li>
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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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Unit description
<p>This unit addresses the diverse dietary needs of various ethnic groups, considering religious restrictions, traditional dietary preferences, socioeconomic status (SES), and sub-climates. The focus will be on: recognising the needs of an identified target group; developing and assessing a program to meet the identified priority need; implementing and managing the program in a selected setting; evaluating and reporting the outcomes of the program. The content of this unit will also provide a solid grounding for any further study in public health, the health sciences, or other courses where graduates will be working with diverse populations. Particular emphasis is placed on the development of presenting, critiquing, and problem-solving skills that are required when working with individuals to support their nutritional needs within Australia’s diverse population.</p>
Unit content
<ul> <li>Topics may include:1.Dietary Needs and Cultural Preferences</li> <li>Socioeconomic Status and Diet</li> <li>Indigenous Australians and Nutrition</li> <li>Gender, Food, and Body Image</li> <li>Obesity: A Global Issue</li> <li>Social Determinants of Nutritional Choices</li> <li>Nutrition and the Media</li> <li>Resolving Issues in Nutrition</li> </ul>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
090701 - Psychology
Offering:
<p><strong>Teaching Period 1</strong><p>Federation University Online</p></p> <p><strong>Teaching Period 3</strong><p>Federation University Online</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/scbfn3003">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
<p> must have completed all of <a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=SCBCH1001" target="_blank">SCBCH1001</a>/<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=SCBFN2002" target="_blank">SCBFN2002</a></p>
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None
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None
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<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>Describe the historical origins of nutritional diversity in Australia, including the influence of migration, colonization, and globalization on dietary patterns.</p>
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<p>Identify and explain the roles of key organizations involved in addressing the nutritional needs of Australia’s diverse populations.</p>
K3
<p>Compare various health programs and their effectiveness in different cultural and socioeconomic contexts.</p>
K4
<p>Outline the steps involved in managing Nutritional Health programs for diverse populations</p>
K5
<p>Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of individual, group, high-risk population, and whole population strategies in catering for nutritional diversity</p>
S1
<p>Identify and prioritize health needs from diverse demographical groups</p>
S2
<p>Develop and implement appropriate strategies tailored to meet the needs of diverse populations.</p>
S3
<p>Plan and design programs that address the dietary needs of specific target groups, considering cultural and socioeconomic factors.</p>
S4
<p>Evaluate and utilize various resources, including written, audio-visual, and digital materials, to enhance the support of nutritional advice and activities.</p>
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<p>Compare and contrast the characteristics and outcomes for diverse groups conducted in different settings.</p>
A1
<p>Develop the skills and competencies necessary for Nutrition Professionals across a range of settings and demographical groups</p>
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<p>Conduct a comprehensive assessment of a community’s dietary needs, identifying key challenges and existing initiatives</p>
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<p>Propose a program to address the identified needs of a specific demographic group, incorporating culturally sensitive approaches.</p>
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<p>Critically evaluate and provide constructive feedback on peer presentations, fostering a collaborative learning environment</p>
Assessment
Learning Tasks and Assessment
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Learning outcomes assessed
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<p>Community Nutrition AnalysiS</p>
<p>Analytical report</p>
<p>30-50%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S1, S3, S4, A2
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<p>Develop and present plan to address the nutritional needs of a particular demographic group </p>
<p>Presentation</p>
<p>20-40%</p>
K3, K4, K5, S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, A1, A3
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<p>Peer Review Feedback – Critique and Incorporation of Feedback into Nutritional Plan</p>
<p>Peer Review</p>
<p>20-40%</p>
K4, K5, S4, A4
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.
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
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.
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 Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Science
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
090701 - Psychology
Offering:
<p><strong>Teaching Period 1</strong><p>Federation University Online</p></p> <p><strong>Teaching Period 3</strong><p>Federation University Online</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/scbfn3003">View unit fees</a>
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