Students often have little or no understanding of the role of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers, Practitioners or Liaison Officers prior to their placement. Student supervisors should encourage students to develop an understanding of the roles to establish effective genuine relationships with these professions. Students also need to recognise the significant demands and time limitations often experienced by these professionals.
Useful resources
- Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet
- A Unique Profession: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers
- Unique and Valued Profession Learning Guide
- A Valued Profession: Cultural Expertise in the Health Team
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers: Case Studies
- History of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers | Queensland Health
- About the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioner role | Queensland Health
