Students who successfully complete this subject will be able to:  demonstrate an appreciation of the diversity of cultural perspectives, values, and beliefs  identify the principles of effective...

Students who successfully complete this subject will be able to:  demonstrate an appreciation of the diversity of cultural perspectives, values, and beliefs  identify the principles of effective cross cultural communication between nurses and clients with whom they work  describe the impact of colonisation, history and the policy eras on current health inequalities experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples  compare current Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health status, mortality and morbidity patterns with Indigenous populations from other countries  identify and discuss social determinants of health and health inequalities that contribute to the excess mortality and morbidity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples  outline strategies to "close the gap" in health disparities between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians  discuss health services, workforce, policy and political issues that impact on health care planning and the delivery of health services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people  identify the principles of culturally safe practice with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. These outcomes will contribute to your overall achievement of course learning outcomes