Application
Not applicable.
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements and Performance Criteria | |||
Element | Performance Criteria | ||
1 | Develop environmental health education, promotion and awareness strategies | 1.1 | Goals and objectives for health education, promotion and awareness are established in accordance with council requirements. |
1.2 | Information to assist in needs analysis is identified, researched and collated. | ||
1.3 | Health surveys that identify community health needs are developed. | ||
1.4 | Existing services and strategies are reviewed and evaluated to ensure relevance. | ||
1.5 | Community networks are established and maintained to ensure broad exposure to local development needs. | ||
2 | Implement environmental health education, promotion and awareness strategies | 2.1 | Appropriate health education, promotion and awareness programs are developed based on community development needs and in accordance with council policy. |
2.2 | Programs are implemented using appropriate educational, promotional and awareness activities and responding to state legislative requirements . | ||
2.3 | Health education, promotional and awareness programs are monitored and evaluated in conjunction with the community to assess performance in relation to goals and objectives of the program. | ||
3 | Undertake marketing programs | 3.1 | The opportunity for a marketing program is identified from the market place. |
3.2 | The viability of a program is assessed by internal and external consultation . | ||
3.3 | Reports are prepared for management and council with recommendations and supporting information. | ||
3.4 | The program is implemented and monitored to ensure objectives are met within budget, resource and time limitations. | ||
3.5 | The program is reviewed and assessed using consumer response and internal audits. |
Required Skills
Not applicable.
Evidence Required
The Evidence Guide describes the underpinning knowledge and skills that must be demonstrated to prove competence. It provides essential advice for assessment of the unit of competency and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines of the relevant Training Package.
Overview of assessment requirements
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Goals and objectives of programs are achieved.
Context of assessment
On the job or in a simulated work environment.
Relationship to other units
(prerequisite or co-requisite units)
To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completing workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor.
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Competency must be demonstrated in all Elements across a range of variables relevant to council's size, location and strategic plan.
Required knowledge:
council structure, services and relevant policies
health services
health education policy
understanding of technical health issues such as infectious diseases.
Required skills:
promotional strategies
program planning
consultation with public
presentations to public
budget management.
Resource implications
Access to a workplace or simulated case studies that provide relevant equipment and materials such as:
videotapes
pamphlets
health legislation
council policies and procedures.
The Evidence Guide describes the underpinning knowledge and skills that must be demonstrated to prove competence. It provides essential advice for assessment of the unit of competency and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines of the relevant Training Package.
Overview of assessment requirements
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Goals and objectives of programs are achieved.
Context of assessment
On the job or in a simulated work environment.
Relationship to other units
(prerequisite or co-requisite units)
To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completing workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor.
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Competency must be demonstrated in all Elements across a range of variables relevant to council's size, location and strategic plan.
Required knowledge:
council structure, services and relevant policies
health services
health education policy
understanding of technical health issues such as infectious diseases.
Required skills:
promotional strategies
program planning
consultation with public
presentations to public
budget management.
Resource implications
Access to a workplace or simulated case studies that provide relevant equipment and materials such as:
videotapes
pamphlets
health legislation
council policies and procedures.
Range Statement
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect performance.
The following variables may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the trainee, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts. If bold italicised text is shown in Performance Criteria, details of the text are provided in the Range Statement.
Promotion and awareness programs may include:
immunisation
nutrition
smoking
sun smart
mosquito control
sexually transmitted diseases
council
public health plan
public health policy
personal skill development
community action strengthening
supportive environments
reorienting services
behavioural and environmental adaptation
community development.
Marketing collateral materials may include:
videotapes
slide tapes
hard copy
pamphlets
books
software
badges
ties
stickers
professional consultancy
online support.
Internal and external consultation may include:
staff
councillors
schools
police
experts
community
parents
funding organisations
regional groups
relevant agencies, including welfare agencies
hospitals
medical institutes
church groups
industry and professional expertise
government departments
marketing department and consultants
media developers.
Community health needs may include special requirements of:
ethnic or minority groups
demographic groups.
Council requirements may include:
council policies, procedures and guidelines
strategic, business and management plans
local ordinances, laws and by-laws
state legislation.
Legislative requirements may include:
federal
state or territory
local government.
Viability may include
profit or loss
break-even
community value.
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that will affect performance.
The following variables may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the trainee, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts. If bold italicised text is shown in Performance Criteria, details of the text are provided in the Range Statement.
Promotion and awareness programs may include:
immunisation
nutrition
smoking
sun smart
mosquito control
sexually transmitted diseases
council
public health plan
public health policy
personal skill development
community action strengthening
supportive environments
reorienting services
behavioural and environmental adaptation
community development.
Marketing collateral materials may include:
videotapes
slide tapes
hard copy
pamphlets
books
software
badges
ties
stickers
professional consultancy
online support.
Internal and external consultation may include:
staff
councillors
schools
police
experts
community
parents
funding organisations
regional groups
relevant agencies, including welfare agencies
hospitals
medical institutes
church groups
industry and professional expertise
government departments
marketing department and consultants
media developers.
Community health needs may include special requirements of:
ethnic or minority groups
demographic groups.
Council requirements may include:
council policies, procedures and guidelines
strategic, business and management plans
local ordinances, laws and by-laws
state legislation.
Legislative requirements may include:
federal
state or territory
local government.
Viability may include
profit or loss
break-even
community value.
Sectors
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
Not applicable.
Licensing Information
Not applicable.