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

Community languages and dialect variations in community of work

Community protocols for researching and using languages in the community

Guidelines and procedures for development and production of learning resources

Evaluation strategies involving stakeholder participation

Essential skills

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to

Engage with students and communities where English is not the first language

Demonstrate respect for language ownership in communities where required

Apply an understanding of community protocols for accessing information for language resource development

Recognise suitable technologies to the development of resources

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

Implement strategies for valuing and celebrating diversity and inclusivity

Support the and encourage the contributions of stakeholders in the development of resources

Problem solve for managing specific projects

Communicate ideas and strategies to people of non English speaking background

Demonstrate commitment respecting the importance of traditional languages

Use a range of equipment for the production of a range of resources

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 setting under the normal range of workplace conditions

Assessment must demonstrate consistency of application of skills and knowledge described in this unit of competency

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

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

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

Method of assessment

Assessment may include observation questioning and evidence gathered from a workplace environment

Existing language sources may include:

Intended audience may include:

Type and form of language resource may include:

Purpose for resource development may include:

Community protocols may include:

Appropriate technology and equipment may include: