Community and Family Studies

Community and Family Studies aims to develop in each student an ability to manage resources and take action to support the needs of individuals, groups, families and communities in Australian society.

Students will develop:

• knowledge and understanding about resource management and its role in ensuring individual, group, family and community wellbeing
• knowledge and understanding about the contribution positive relationships make to individual, group, family and community wellbeing
• knowledge and understanding about the influence of a range of societal factors on individuals and the nature of groups, families and communities
• knowledge and understanding about research methodology and skills in researching, analysing and communicating
• skills in the application of management processes to meet the needs of individuals, groups, families and communities
• skills in critical thinking and the ability to take responsible action to promote wellbeing
• an appreciation of the diversity and interdependence of individuals, groups, families and communities.

A syllabus is a document that gives teachers an outline of what students are to be taught in a specific learning area.

The syllabus and other supporting material for Community and Family Studies 11-12 is available from the Board of Studies.