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Course Overview
Course Overview
Contemporary society is characterised by rapid social and technological change, cultural diversity, conflicting values and competitive pressures. Developing understanding about society and living in society requires a comprehensive knowledge of its complex nature. Consequently, Community and Family Studies is an interdisciplinary course drawing upon selected components of family studies, sociology, developmental psychology and students’ general life experiences.
This course focuses on skills in resource management that enable people to function effectively in their everyday lives, in families and communities. As students develop into young adults they are faced by challenges of increasing complexity and there is a range of strong influences on the decisions they make. Schools complement the role of families and other social groups by helping students to make informed decisions and to take responsible action in all aspects of their lives. This includes preparing students for vocational options and acting to enhance the wellbeing of themselves and others.
To this end, Community and Family Studies develops students’ knowledge, skills and attitudes relevant to effective decision-making leading to confidence and competence in solving practical problems in the management of everyday living.
Course Structure - Year 11
Course Structure - Year 11
Core 1: Resource Management
Core 1: Resource Management
• Fundamental concepts of resource management
• Influences on resource management
• Effective resource management
Core 2: Individuals and Groups
Core 2: Individuals and Groups
• Groups in the community
• Roles individuals adopt within groups
• Power within groups
• Conflict within groups
Core 3: Families and Communities
Core 3: Families and Communities
• Families
• Communities
• Managing change
• Socialisation of individuals within families and communities
Course Structure - Year 12
Course Structure - Year 12
Core 1: Research Methodology
Core 1: Research Methodology
- Research methodology
Core 2: Groups in Context
Core 2: Groups in Context
• Specific groups within the community• Exploring the specific groups within the community • Issues of concern for specific groups within the community • Creating positive social environments
Core 3: Parenting and Caring
Core 3: Parenting and Caring
• Becoming a parent or carer • Factors affecting the parenting and caring role • Support for parents and carers
Option: Social Impact of Technology
Option: Social Impact of Technology
Coursework
Theory based subject that explores many useful skills to prepare individuals for university or other research or community based employment.
Suitable Candidates
Those with a passion for learning about differing groups and communities within society. Willing to build on research skills and implement them for research.
Career pathways
Dance teacher, performer, event coordinator, journalist, education, childcare, musician, fashion designer
Equipment Required
Exercise book / folder, laptop, calculator, black leather lace up shoes
Mandatory Course Fees? $30
Other Course Costs
Coordinating Faculty
PDHPE
Head Teacher
Mr. K Bray
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