Become a disability and health care worker of the future

Are you interested in the wellbeing of others and a role within government, community or health and social care organizations? With a Bachelor of Human Services (Health and Wellbeing) from USQ you will acquire knowledge and skills to organize services and case manage people with a disability or the healthy older person. Your studies will look at assessment and support strategies to assist people to maintain independence and quality of life.

This program will explore a variety of best practice methods to ensure individuals sustain a quality of life at home or in the community. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of social wellbeing, disability care, healthy ageing, assessment of individuals and families, counseling and provision of services.

Practical experience

You will gain valuable experience in the areas of disability, rehabilitation and healthy ageing by completing 400 hours of professional experience placements. Students will be required to provide the following to USQ.

• a current Australian Federal Police Criminal History Check Certificate
• a current Blue Card from the Queensland Government Commission for Children and Young People and Young Guardian.

Career outcomes

As a graduate of this degree you will possess skills in assessment, rehabilitation, case management and organizing services as well as leadership and entrepreneurship. You will be well-equipped to be a leader within the health care sector to meet future demands and requirements following the implementation of Australia’s National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

Professional accreditation

The Bachelor of Human Services (Child and Family Studies) is accredited with the Australian Community Workers Association (ACWA).

If you successfully complete a minimum of 400 hours of professional placement (fieldwork) courses you will be eligible to apply for ACWA accreditation. You will need to attend a mandatory 3-day residential school as part of the ACWA accreditation requirement.

Other majors

Other majors for the Bachelor of Human Services include: Child and Family Studies, Community Development and Indigenous Studies, Counselling, and Human Resource Management.