CAFS

Course No: 11060

Course Description

Community and Family Studies utilises an ecological framework to investigate the interactions among the individual, family, community and society. Recognition of the interdependence of the individual and other groups is central to the framework. Consequently, this syllabus focuses the Preliminary course on the individual and their interactions with personal groups, family and community. The HSC course builds upon this by examining how the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities is affected by broader societal influences including sociocultural, economic and political factors.

What Students Learn

Preliminary course:

Resource Management

Basic concepts of resource management.
Indicative course time: 20%

Individuals and Groups

The individual’s roles, relationships and tasks within and between groups.
Indicative course time: 40%

Families and Communities

Family structures and functions, and the interaction between family and community.
Indicative course time: 40%

HSC course:

Core topics (60%)

Research Methodology

Research methodology and skills culminating in the production of an Independent Research Project.
Indicative course time: 25%

Groups in Context

The characteristics and needs of specific community groups.
Indicative course time: 25%

Parenting and Caring

Issues facing individuals and groups who adopt roles of parenting and caring in contemporary society.
Indicative course time: 25%

Options component (25%)

Select one of the following options:

Family and Societal Interactions
- Government and community structures that support and protect family members throughout the lifespan.
- Indicative course time: 25%
Social Impact of Technology
- The impact of evolving technologies on individuals and lifestyle.
- Indicative course time: 25%
Individuals and Work
- Contemporary issues confronting individuals as they manage roles within both family and work environments.
- Indicative course time: 25%

Individual Research Project

As part of the HSC, students are required to complete an Independent Research Project in the context of the HSC core module — Research Methodology. The IRP forms part of the internal HSC assessment program. The focus of the Independent Research Project should be related to the course content of one or more of the following areas:

individuals
groups
families
communities
resource management.

The Independent Research Project consists of three parts:

the project plan
the project diary
the product.

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Who SHOULD do this course?

Post-school opportunities

The study of Community and Family Studies Stage 6 provides students with knowledge, understanding and skills that form a valuable foundation for a range of courses at university and other tertiary institutions.

In addition, the study of Community and Family Studies Stage 6 assists students to prepare for employment and full and active participation as citizens. In particular, there are opportunities for students to gain recognition in vocational education and training. Teachers and students should be aware of these opportunities.

If you are thinking of a career in:

health and wellbeing
- teaching
- sociology
- psychology
- nursing
- social work

Important NESA Information

2 units for each of Year 11 and Year 12

Board Developed Course

Exclusions: Nil

Course Description

Community and Family Studies Stage 6 syllabus is designed to develop in each student an understanding of the diverse nature and interdependence of families and communities within Australian society. The course enables students to plan and manage resources effectively in order to address contemporary issues facing families and communities.

Year 11 Course

Resource Management (20%): Basic concepts of the resource-management process
Individuals and Groups (40%): The individual's roles, relationships and tasks within and between groups
Families and Communities (40%): Family structures and functions, and the interaction between family and community

Year 12 Course

Research Methodology (25%): Research methodology and skills culminating in the production of an Independent Research Project
Groups in Context (25%): The characteristics and needs of specific community groups
Parenting and Caring (25%): Issues facing individuals and groups who adopt roles of parenting and caring in contemporary society

HSC modules

Select ONE of the following: (25%)

Family and Societal Interactions
Social Impact of Technology
Individuals and Work

Particular Course Requirements

The Preliminary course consists of three mandatory modules and the indicative course time allocated to their study.

The HSC course consists of three mandatory modules representing 75 per cent of course time. An options component representing 25 per cent of course time includes three modules of which students are to study only one.

Students are required to complete an Independent Research Project (IRP) in the context of the HSC core module – Research Methodology – and forms part of the HSC internal assessment. The focus of the IRP should be related to the course content of one or more of the following areas: individuals, groups, families, communities, resource management.

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