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Elements and Performance Criteria

Required Skills

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

Inclusion nondiscriminatory practices and associated legislation

Knowledge of child development build on strengths of child

Organisation standards policies and procedures

Essential skills

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to

Develop programs to meet additional needs of children

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

Demonstrate respect for family expectations and desired outcomes for child

Demonstrate application of skills in

communication skills

consultative skills

local community resources

Evidence Required



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 could be assessed either on the job or off the job through an appropriate workplace simulation for a range of age groups and a range of conditions over a number of assessment situations

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 Assessment requires access to a range of opportunities defined in the Range Statement including a childcare workplace childrens services resources and equipment the local environment

Method of assessment	In cases where the learner does not have the opportunity to cover all relevant aspects in the work environment the remainder should be assessed through realistic simulations projects previous relevant experience or oral questioning on What if scenarios Assessment of this unit of competence will usually include observation of processes and procedures oral andor written questioning on Essential knowledge and skills and consideration of required attitudes Where performance is not directly observed andor is required to be demonstrated over a period of time andor in a number of locations any evidence should be authenticated by colleagues supervisors clients or other appropriate persons

Related units	This unit should be assessed in conjunction with one of the following related units CHCICA Plan the inclusion of children with additional needs CHCIC512A Plan the inclusion of children with additional needs or CHCSDC Facilitate the inclusion of children with additional needs CHCSD611C Facilitate the inclusion of children with additional needs

Range Statement



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.

Children having additional needs may include needs due to:	Language difficulties Physical, sensory or developmental disability Health problems Behavioural or psychological disorders Family circumstances and needs A child recently arrived in Australia from a very different culture A child whose culture is different from the culture of the centre Child at risk Unknown diagnosis Known diagnosis Cultural / religious practices Communication difficulties Giftedness

Communication difficulties of a child may be due to:	Trauma, violence and crises Disabilities e.g. hearing, visual, speaking Health problems and disorders Learning problems Deprivation of sensory stimulation

Specialist resources may include:	Professionals with expertise about particular needs of children Written information Special equipment Information and education videos Resource networks Family members Bilingual workers Interpreter services Resource units Extra staffing

Additional resources may include:	Worker training Toy libraries

Review of current program could include:	Review for child with additional needs Review of strategies for meeting needs of child within context of whole group