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