CRANAplus Diversity in Aged Care
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CRANAplus Diversity in Aged Care

Topic

Cultural diversity in aged care
 

Content

Provides an introduction to some diversity themes including: 

  •  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People
  •  People from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds
  •  People with a disability
  •  People that identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, intersex, queer/questioning (LGBTIQ)
  •  People who live in rural and remote areas of Australia

Depth

Basic

Target audience

The aged care workforce, and carers and volunteers assisting older Australians

Time to complete

Approximately one hour

Authors

CRANAplus in collaboration with Northern Queensland Primary Health Network

Comments

Stated learning objectives:

  • To gain an understanding of diversity in the aged care setting.
  • To consider ways to promote inclusivity in the aged care setting including the home, community and residential aged care facility.
  • To identify perceived or actual barriers which may prevent people from accessing the aged care services they need.
  • To explore communication methods that enhance better understanding in care planning.

Registration required

Yes

Payment required

No

Student support

No

Certificate

Yes

Country of origin

Australia

Web Address

https://crana.org.au/learning-opportunities/online-courses/diversity-in-aged-care

 

Page updated 28 February 2024