Courses – Faculty of Education
Human Services
Stage I
Psychology for Human Services
An introduction to the study of psychology and its application to working in human services. Students will explore key theorists and theories of psychology. A particular emphasis on learning theory, developmental processes of social, cognitive, moral and personality interaction. A central theme is an understanding of human behaviour in social settings.
Restriction: ACE 962.507
Lifespan Development for Human Services
An introduction to the theories of lifespan development. Key issues affecting human development and its relevance and application to the work of human service practitioners will be explored. The consideration of social contexts of human development will be a central theme.
Restriction: ACE 990.506, ACE 435.503
Applied Professional Practice 1
An introduction to processes of evaluation to identify best practice strategies in human services. Students will collect evidence and assess an aspect of their own practice. Based on this investigation, and with supervision, they will formulate and implement a small scale plan to change an aspect of their practice as a human service worker.
Restriction: ACE 962.500
Stage II
Leadership in Human Services
An exploration of contemporary leadership concepts, organisation structures and models with a view to their implementation within human service settings. Various approaches to team structure found in human services will be examined. Organisational structures and culture will be explored with a view to understanding how they are created, sustained and changed.
Prerequisite: SOCWORK 111, or 30 points passed from the BHumServ Schedule
Restriction: ACE 961.603
Reflective Practice in Human Services
Developing the processes of reflective practice to evaluate 'self' in their role as a human service practitioner. Using an experiential and collaborative approach, students will apply action learning and gather data on their own practice. In consultation with a colleague or mentor, students will implement and evaluate change in their professional practice.
Prerequisite: HUMSERV 103 and 30 points passed from the BHumServ Schedule
Restriction: ACE 962.606
Ethics and Social Justice
An introduction to major normative ethical theories and to the moral controversies of applied ethics that are relevant to the fields of disability studies and youth work. An examination of the application of the principles of justice to disabled people and youth as expressed in relevant universal declarations and conventions and national legislation.
Prerequisite: Any 30 points passed from the BHumServ Schedule
Restriction: ACE 961.605
Assessment, Planning and Coordination
An examination of the practical components and implications of assessment, planning and coordination in human services. The theory and practice of needs assessment, service coordination and budget management are examined. The professional ethics and related practice issues are examined in relation to these activities.
Prerequisite: Any 30 points passed from the BHumServ Schedule
Social Psychology for Practitioners
An extended exploration of social psychology for human services workers, with a specific focus on the empirical research that places behaviour in the context of social/applied settings. An understanding of how behaviour is influenced by the actual or imagined presence of other(s), drawing on approaches such as, attribution theory, social cognition, and self.
Prerequisite: HUMSERV 101 and any 30 points passed from the BHumServ Schedule
Restriction: ACE 961.607
Stage III
Quality Assurance in Human Services
An examination of the core concepts of quality in relation to human service provision. A range of quality management approaches and their applications will be explored. Critical regard will be taken of the relationship between quality of life and service practice.
Prerequisite: 30 points in HUMSERV or DISABLTY courses
Applied Professional Practice 3
A consolidation of understanding of the function of reflection as a professional tool in human service practice. A critical analysis of their own practice, connecting it to theory. With supervision and using appropriate methodology they will identify underlying assumptions, values and beliefs. Students will implement and evaluate change in their professional practice.
Prerequisite: HUMSERV 202 and 30 points passed at Stage II from the BHumServ Schedule
Communication and the Community
Involves four weeks of practice providing opportunities to consider the social context of assessment, planning and coordination. The social imperatives unique to Aotearoa New Zealand are examined including acknowledgement of and respect for cultural beliefs, in particular those of Māori, Pasifika and migrant people. Highlights service responsibilities to consult with families and assist them to develop support networks. Identification of natural and community supports and living options for disabled people and their families are promoted.
Needs Assessment and Service Coordination
Fosters skilled practice in needs assessment and service coordination. In consultation with an off-site professional supervisor and on-site colleague, students will complete the practical requirements of a range of tasks related to needs assessment and service coordination.
Special Topic
Prerequisite: Any 30 points passed at Stage II from the BHumServ Schedule
Source: The University of Auckland 2013 Online Calendar
Last updated on: Thursday 1 November 2012
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