PDHPE Flashcards
REMEMBER (33 cards)
What is employment?
Employment is a relationship where an individual works for a company or person and receives a wage or salary in return.
Define the types of employment: full-time, part-time, casual, and contract.
Full-time: Regular work hours (38+ per week) with benefits like sick leave and holiday pay.
Part-time: Fewer hours than full-time with proportional benefits.
Casual: Flexible hours without guaranteed shifts; often no benefits.
Contract: Fixed-term work with specified duties.
What is youth unemployment?
Youth unemployment is when individuals aged 15-24 actively seek but cannot find work.
What are the trends in youth unemployment?
Youth unemployment rates are generally higher than overall unemployment, with variations due to education, skills, and economic conditions.
Compare youth unemployment with overall unemployment.
Youth unemployment is usually higher due to lack of experience, fewer qualifications, and more part-time job preferences.
How can employment and unemployment impact an individual?
Employment: Provides income, purpose, and social connections.
Unemployment: Can lead to financial stress, low self-esteem, and mental health issues.
How can employment and unemployment impact a community?
- Employment: Boosts economic growth and community well-being.
- Unemployment: Can increase poverty, crime, and strain on social services.
What are THREE important workforce skills?
Communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.
What are some barriers to youth unemployment?
Lack of experience, limited education, and transportation issues.
What strategies can help reduce youth unemployment?
Training programs, apprenticeships, and improved access to education.
Describe pathways to employment.
- University: Academic qualification for skilled roles.
- TAFE: Practical training for specific industries.
- Private colleges: Specialized, often costly training.
- Apprenticeships/Traineeships: Work + training combo.
- Entry-level jobs: Minimal experience required, a starting point.
What is a Tax File Number (TFN) and what is it used for?
A unique number for tax purposes, required for employment in Australia.
What is the tax-free threshold, and how much is it?
Income under $18,200 per year is not taxed.
What is Medicare?
Australia’s public healthcare system providing free or low-cost medical services.
What services are covered by Medicare?
GP visits, public hospital stays, and some prescription medications.
Compare Medicare and private health insurance.
- Medicare: Public, free or low-cost basic services.
- Private health insurance: Covers extras like dental and private hospital care.
What are the types of car insurance?
- Compulsory Third Party (CTP): Covers injury claims.
- Third Party Property: Covers damage to others’ property.
- Fire and Theft: Adds coverage for fire and theft.
- Comprehensive: Covers all risks, including your car.
Define the terms market value, agreed value, premium, and excess.
- Market Value: The current worth of your car.
- Agreed Value: A fixed insured amount.
- Premium: The cost of insurance.
- Excess: The amount paid by the policyholder in a claim.
What is the difference between mental health and mental illness?
- Mental Health: General well-being of emotional and psychological states.
- Mental Illness: Diagnosed conditions affecting mental health.
Identify some triggers for mental illness.
Trauma, financial stress, relationship issues, or genetic predisposition.
What strategies can help if an individual feels triggered?
Deep breathing, physical activity, talking to a trusted person, or seeking professional help.
Define anxiety and depression.
- Anxiety: Persistent worry or fear about everyday situations.
- Depression: A prolonged feeling of sadness and loss of interest.
What are the signs and symptoms of anxiety?
Restlessness, rapid heartbeat, difficulty concentrating, and excessive worry.
What are the signs and symptoms of depression?
Persistent sadness, loss of interest, fatigue, and changes in sleep or appetite.
