What does the course entail?

The Children, Family and the Community course provides opportunities for students to develop an understanding of the diversity of the Australian society. Recognising this diversity and promoting inclusivity among the individuals, families and groups makes up our society and provides the foundation for a cohesive community. This course examines the factors that impact on the ability of individuals and families to develop skills that enable them to live independently or to care for others.
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This course is highly suited to students who are interested in careers in nursing, teaching, childcare, sociology or psychology.
"I really enjoyed this class, it was both interesting and fun with a wide range of different tasks. My favourite was learning about how we are influenced by both nature and nurture in our development."
- Sarah B -

What will be covered in this course?

YEAR 11
UNITS 1 & 2

The Year 11 syllabus is divided into two units, each of one semester duration, which are delivered as a pair.

Unit 1 – Families and Relationships
This unit focuses on family uniqueness. Students examine the role of families and the relationships between individuals, families and their communities.
Through an understanding of growth and development, students recognise the characteristics of individuals and families and that development is affected by biological and environmental influences. They identify roles and responsibilities of families and examine their similarities and differences, the issues that arise from family interactions and the influence of attitudes, beliefs and values on the allocation of resources to meet needs and wants.

Unit 2 – Our Community
This unit focuses on families, relationships and living in communities.
The influence of biological and environmental factors, lifestyle behaviours and health status on growth and development is studied. Students explore the health of individuals and communities and the protective and preventative strategies that impact on growth and development.

Assessment Structure
Individual and group assessment tasks covering:
  • 55% Production (practical)
  • 30% Investigation (written)
  • 15% Response (tests)
One assessment in this course requires students to take complete responsibility for the Virtual Baby over a 48 hour period.

YEAR 12
UNITS 3 & 4

The Year 12 syllabus is divided into two units which are delivered as a pair.

Unit 3 – Building on Relationships
In this unit, students investigate the principles of development and how these relate to the domains and theories of development. Students examine and evaluate the features of products, services and systems for individuals and families. They examine the diverse and dynamic nature of families in Australia. They recognise and acknowledge cultural diversity, and inequity and injustice issues.

Unit 4 – My Place in the Community
In this unit, students examine the effect on an individual’s development and wellbeing in a society characterised by rapid change. They explore contemporary Australian issues or trends relating to families and communities at the state and national level and are introduced to a range of advocacy types. Students examine developmental theories and their influence on cognitive development.

Assessment Structure
Individual and group assessment tasks covering:
  • 50% Production (practical)
  • 25% Investigation (written)
  • 10% Response (tests)
  • 15% Externally set task (written)
The Externally Set Task included in Year 12 is a written task developed by the School Curriculum and Standards Authority and administered by the school. All students studying the course in Western Australia will sit the same assessment task in Term 2.
Head of Learning Area: Ms Rebecca Tennant
Contact Number: 9591 4245
​Contact Email: [email protected]