First Nations Cultural Awareness Journey

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In this transformative cultural awareness course, you’ll explore the cultural practices, government policies and real-world issues affecting First Nations peoples in Australia. You will also gain the skills and nuanced critical thinking to enhance your personal and professional engagement with First Nations people.

If you are part of an organisation seeking group training, or are interested in a licensing agreement for wider staff development, contact us to discuss how we can meet your needs.

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Key information

Sessions

Fees

$250

Time commitment

12 hours

Delivery

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements. However, you will need easy access to a computer and the internet, basic computer literacy skills and proficiency in English.

Who this course is for

This course is for anyone looking to deepen their knowledge of First Nations cultures and societies in Australia.

What you'll learn

You’ll learn how to:

  • reflect on the cultural and historical patterns that have shaped First Nations lives and how these continue to affect Australian society and professional practice today
  • critically examine your own values, biases and beliefs about First Nations people and their cultural backgrounds.

Course outcomes

On successful completion of this course, you'll get:

  • a digital microcredential badge
  • the ability to provide culturally safe environments and services
  • an understanding of the key cultural and historical patterns shaping First Nations lives, past and present, and their impact on Australian society and professional practice
  • the facility to reflect on personal values, biases and beliefs
  • the knowledge to critically and empathically discuss the nature and impacts of colonisation at individual, institutional and cultural levels.

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