Bachelor of Health, Ageing and Community Services
Why study the Bachelor of Health, Ageing and Community Services at UNE?
The Bachelor of Health, Ageing and Community Services is multi-disciplinary and is designed to attract a broad range of health and community care workers from diverse health and community-related settings. The course aims to equip candidates with the knowledge and skills required to work effectively in health-related community settings and health care facilities. It aims to promote candidates' understanding of the societal contexts in which they work and their legal ethical responsibilities, and it aims to develop their skills of analysis and problem solving, as well as concepts and skills specific to different subject areas.
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DURATION
1 Year Full-time2 Years Full-time
2 Years Part-time
4 Years Part-time
FEES
Commonwealth Supported PlaceOP
Information available from 20082007 STUDY OPTIONS
Not offered in 2007.How to Apply
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| Official Abbreviation | BHACS |
| Course Type | Undergraduate |
| Commencement | Sem 1 and Sem 2 if available |
| Study Mode | Off Campus |
| Course Duration |
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| 2006 UAI | Information available from 2008 |
| 2006 OP | Information available from 2008 |
| Fees | Commonwealth Supported Place |
| Total Credit Points | 96 |
| Benefits | Pathway: Completion of the Bachelor degree provides a pathway into a range of Graduate Diploma and Master programs available from the School. |
| Entry Requirements | A candidate must have professional experience of at least one year relevant to the course. There are two entry points. The entry point for each applicant is determined by recognition of prior education and training undertaken by candidates. Training courses, years of experience and formal studies are taken into account when granting entry. Recognition of previous studies includes certificates and diplomas from TAFE institutes, and other registered education and training institutions in the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector. Candidates possessing a one year qualification from an institution approved by the Faculty or other qualifications considered by the Faculty to be equivalent to one year will be required to complete a maximum of 16 units (96 cp). Candidates possessing a two year qualification from an institution approved by the Faculty or other qualifications considered by the Faculty to be equivalent to two years will be required to complete a maximum of 8 units (48 cp). Evidence in respect to previous experience and previous training and studies must be provided to determine entry eligibilty, and to support applications for advanced standing. |
| Academic Colours |
peony red (BCC 37) |
| Further Information | 
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Credit Point Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate shall complete a total of 96 or 48 credit points
Program of Study
Course Structure: Continuing Students 96 credit point version
Course Structure |
Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Core Units | 24 cps |
| Elective Units | 72 cps |
| Total | 96 cps |
To view the complete 96cp Course Structure click here
Course Structure: Continuing Students 48 credit point version
Course Structure |
Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Core Units | 24 cps |
| Elective Units | 24 cps |
| Total | 48 cps |
To view the complete 48cp Course Structure click here
Approved Majors
Aged Care
Community Care
Counselling Studies
Disability Care