Cultural Orientation to the South West
In partnership with South West Aboriginal Medical Service SWAMS the UDRH SW provides Cultural Orientation for all UDRH SW students.
This orientation training gives you a chance to learn about and reflect on the significance of this country to the Wardandi people and other Noongar groups in the SW.
You will learn about Aboriginal culture and protocols related particularly to the South West from local Aboriginal cultural experts, and how these protocols can inform clinical practice. You will have the opportunity to examine your own cultural knowledges and attitudes and how these may affect communication and relationships with Aboriginal clients and families.
You will learn to apply an Aboriginal model of health and principles of culturally secure practice to your clinical work. You will also gain an understanding of the role Aboriginal Medical Services play in working with Aboriginal families.
Image Elder Troy Bennell with students at the Wardandi Boodja at Koombana Bay
South West Orientation
UDRH SW provides orientation to the South West region for all UDRH SW students.
You will learn to apply the social determinants of health to the South West region and relate them to your placement.
You will be able to discuss specific health care needs unique to the South West and how to go about building strong interprofessional relationships.
Additionally, you will learn to evaluate the benefits and challenges of working in a rural area and plan for your own wellbeing throughout the placement and into your career.
Harvest Sessions
UDRH SW conducts regular tutorials to bring and gather ideas and support from your peers and mentors as we hope to harvest you for the rural workforce!
Have mentoring in cultural competence and secure practice
Advocate for yourself and your profession to your peers
Reflect on your placement experiences
Views on rural working and gaining job skills
Encouragement for the journey through your placement
Support and wellbeing activities
Team building and interprofessional networking
