- CHCNET301D - Participate in networks
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CHCNET301D
Participate in networks
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: June 2024
The skills described in this unit may be applied across a range of community services workplace contexts
This unit describes the knowledge and skills required to participate in a network in order to gather information, forge links with other workers and services and to promote activities
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Prerequisites
Not Applicable
Employability Skills
This unit contains Employability Skills
Evidence Required
List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package. | |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this unit of competency: | The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills This unit is most appropriately assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace and under the normal range of workplace conditions Assessment may be conducted on one or more occasions but must include a range of network types relevant to the workplace |
Access and equity considerations: | All workers in community services should be aware of access, equity and human rights issues in relation to their own area of work All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment In recognition of particular issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities |
Context of and specific resources for assessment: | This unit can be assessed independently, however holistic assessment practice with other community services units of competency is encouraged Resource requirements for assessment of this unit include access to: an appropriate workplace where assessment can be conducted or simulation of realistic workplace setting for assessment |
Method of assessment: | Assessment may include observations, questioning and evidence gathered from the workplace environment |
Submission Requirements
List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here
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Assessment Tasks
Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit. |
Essential knowledge: The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role These include knowledge of: Relevance of networking and specific networks and target group in relation to the organisation and own work role Networking principles and needs required to support service delivery Resource constraints in relation to networking Appropriate communication techniques and constraints, such as confidentiality within networks |
Essential skills: It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to: Participate in both formal and information network Participate in a network as a member not representing an organisation Participate in a network as a representative of the workers' own organisation In addition, the candidate must be able to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role These include the ability to: Apply oral communication skills including asking questions, listening to information, providing information, in particular by: engaging in interpersonal exchanges, clarifying meaning and maintaining interaction, for the purposes of establishing, and maintaining relationships exploring issues problem solving eliciting and providing factual information and opinions |
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts. | |
Networks may be informal and include: | Other workers, particularly those in the community services industry Trainers, teachers and academics Contacts in policy and funding bodies |
Networks may be formal and include: | Local interagency networks Interest and support groups Regional, specialist and peak associations Professional/occupation associations |
The purposes of networks and networking may include: | Learning about the role, services and resources of other organisation Learning about the roles and resources of other workers Providing advice and information about own service and organisation Peer support and review Professional development Maintaining coordination among organisations and workers Supporting joint programs or activities Providing information for policy development Supporting the interests of young people |
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.
Observation Checklist
Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice | Yes | No | Comments/feedback |
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Identify and prioritise networking needs in order to enable the organisation and the worker to optimise client service delivery | |||
Identify and prioritise networks relevant to work role, organisation's priorities and target groups | |||
Contribute appropriately to network within principles and resource constraints of worker and organisation | |||
Identify information and other support that network may provide and seek to optimise and support collaboration on client service delivery | |||
Use knowledge of values, beliefs and perspectives of network participants to inform communication within the network | |||
Implement appropriate confidentiality measures to protect client, organisation and network | |||
Monitor ongoing participation in networks against benefits to worker, organisation and client group | |||
Report outcomes in networks to worker's own organisation and other stakeholders where appropriate |
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