Unit Set Structure

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SPAAMR  Alcohol and Other Drugs Area of Specialisation 

This unit set is available in the following courses:
W61 GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF PUBLIC HEALTH

The alcohol and other drug area of specialisation is intended to equip students with skills and understandings that will facilitate their career effectiveness and aid the transition into leadership roles within organisations that deliver this category of public health services and programs. It will suit students who have an interest in understanding alcohol and other drug issues in a broader societal context, who want to understand the ways in which alcohol and other drug issues are being interpreted and addressed, and who want to extend their skills in reducing alcohol- and other drug-related harm. Students are required to complete 120 credit points (6 units) to complete the area of specialisation.

 
UNIT SET LOCATION
This unit set is available on Joondalup Campus.
 
MODE OF DELIVERY
This unit set is available in the following mode of delivery - Online.
 
CORE UNITS
Alcohol and Other Drugs Area of Specialisation
 
ADS5103 Understanding Addictive Behaviour 20 
ADS5203 Addiction Studies: Behaviour Change 20 
ADS5204 Addiction Studies: The Policy and Practice of Prevention 20 
HST5111 Health Promotion Strategies 20 
HST5605 Leadership and Health Advocacy Skills 20 
HST5607 Strategic Decision Making and Program Planning 20 
 
Students who complete 60 credit points in this Area of Specialisation and choose to conclude their studies are eligible to apply for the exit award of Graduate Certificate in Public Health.
 

Last Updated - Higher Education: 12/07/2011 VET: 12/07/2011