Certificate IV in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Research Theory and Practice

This course is designed to provide graduates with a vocational qualification in research methods and practices in a first nations context. The proposed course addresses a significant gap in both culturally safe practice and in research support, providing vocational outcomes and a community focus. The graduate will be encouraged and have increased confidence to enter pathways for further research studies, qualifications and associated professions.

It will provide participants with a range of knowledge, and skills to:

* utilise research methods and practices in a first nations context

* undertake ethical research with a foundation in co-design

* engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island communities

* ensure culturally safe practice

* provide research support with a community focus