This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Essential knowledge

The candidate must be able to demonstrate underpinning 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

Nature and nurture

Genetic inheritance

Lifespan development theories

Freudian concepts

Piagets stages of cognitive development

Eriksons psychosocial stages

Maslows hierarchy of needs

Essential skills

It is essential that competence be demonstrated in the analysis of personality and human development and their application in the clientcounsellor relationship and the counselling process The candidate must be able to

Explore the development of theories of behaviour

Apply concepts of personality and development theories to counselling practice

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 theoretical concepts to case study

Compare theories to evaluate the impact and contributions of each theorist to the understanding of personality cognitive and human development

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 work context under the normal range of workplace conditions

Consistency in performance should consider the range of clients and situations encountered in 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 andor Torres Strait Islander clients and communities

Method of assessment

For valid and reliable assessment of this unit competency should be demonstrated in a range of situations which may include

Observation of performance in an actual workplace or in a setting that realistically simulates work conditions

observation should include key aspects described in elements performance criteria and relevant aspects of the Range Statement of the unit

where facetoface observation is not possible video recordings may be provided

candidates critique of their performance to demonstrate cognitive understanding of theory

written questioning

relevant case studies andor scenarios

role play

focused discussion

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit can be assessed independently however holistic assessment practice is encouraged with other units of competency relating to counselling practice

Resources required for assessment include access to relevant workplace or simulated realistic work environment where assessment may take place

Related units

Assessment of this unit is recommended but not required before or in conjunction with assessment of

CHCCSLA Apply learning theories in counselling

CHCCSL505A Apply learning theories in counselling

Nature-nurture theory may include:

Freudian concepts may include:

Maslow's hierarchy of needs relates to:

Piaget's stages of cognitive development include:

Erikson's psychosocial stages include:

Lifespan development may include: