EDMAS6067 Youth Identities, Diversity and Wellbeing
This unit focuses on adolescence and young peoples¿ diverse identities and socio-cultural worlds. It celebrates the creativities and achievements of young people and begins with a focus on youth rights and responsibilities. PSTs examine the cognitive development of young people and the implications for wellbeing. They explore the impact of technology and social media on young peoples¿ lives and come to see young people as global citizens who require intercultural capabilities. PSTs consider ways to place resilience and mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing at the centre of educators¿ work. They develop their understandings of disability and ways of working with young people who have diverse additional needs. They learn teaching strategies that foster inclusive participation and engagement of students who have a full range of abilities. PSTs will identify ways to effectively engage families/carers in young peoples¿ education.
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).
2025 contribution amount* $578
2025 grandfathered contribution amount^ $578