WHAT IS SKILLS RECOGNITION & RPL:

    Skills Recognition and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows people like you to achieve this qualification without any classroom study, and usually within weeks.

    In order to obtain this qualification so quickly, all you need to do is supply evidence which proves your experience in the units that make up the qualification. Our Skills Recognition & RPL Facilitators will assist you with this process. From there, we’ll work with our RTO partners so that you’ll receive your qualification in no time!

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    DETAILS:

    RPL Price: $1500

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    Who This Is For:

    In order to achieve this qualification via Skills Recognition & RPL, you should be able to perform or have a strong knowledge of the skills listed in the course units below. You will need to be able to provide evidence of this knowledge, such as videos, photographs, work orders, your resume, letters of validation, and statements of attainment. The more evidence you can provide, the better your case. Feel free to read more about RPL and evidence suggestions here.

    Why Get Qualified Australia:

    We provide candidates with Skills Recognition & RPL services nationwide. You never need to visit our office, nor do you have to sit in a classroom. Our 100% money back guarantee ensures that, if we can’t get you qualified, you can get your money back. Please refer to our terms & conditions for more details. As Australia’s leading Skills Recognition & RPL Specialists, we offer hundreds of qualifications via dozens of our RTO partners..

    How To Achieve This Qualification:

    As this is not a course, you do not need to complete the units listed below. Instead, you simply need to prove that you’re competent in the units shown. Our Facilitators will help make this an easy process for you.

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    Units of Competency:

    You’ll need to show you’re experienced in the following units:

    PACKAGING RULES 

    15 units are required for award of this qualification including:

    • 6 core units
    • 9 elective units

    A wide range of elective units is available, including:

    • Group A electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
    • Group B electives which are recommended for advanced care work
    • Group C electives which are recommended for service coordination work
    • Other relevant electives listed below
    • Units of competency to address workplace requirements and packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in Community Services and/or Health Training Packages
    • Where appropriate, to address workplace requirements, up to 3 units of competency packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Training Packages or accredited courses where the details of those courses are available on the TGA or other public listing

    Core units 

    CHCAC416A Facilitate support responsive to the specific nature of dementia

    CHCCS411C Work effectively in the community sector

    CHCHC401B Coordinate and monitor home based support

    CHCICS402B Facilitate individualised plans

    AND oneofeach of the following pairs of units:

    HLTWHS300A Contribute to OHS processes

    OR 

    CHCWHS312A Follow safety procedures for direct care work

    AND 

    HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers

    OR 

    HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people

    The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice 

    All workers in the home and community care sector need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Community Services Training Package.

    Group A electives  - recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice 

    This qualification has been structured to provide a specific focus on either Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander or culturally diverse clients. Where work involves a specific focus on both Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and culturally diverse clients or communities, candidates are recommended to select whichever of the following units not selected as core:

    HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers

    HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people

    Group B  - electives recommended for advanced care work 

    Those working in delivery of advanced care services should have the skills and knowledge addressed by:

    CHCICS401B Facilitate support for personal care needs

    In addition, at least 4 of the following units are recommended as electives for work in advanced care services delivery in a home and community care context:

    CHCAC410B Collect technical data to support client health care plan (Note pre-requisite HLTAP301B)

    CHCAD401D Advocate for clients

    CHCCM404A Undertake case management for clients with complex needs

    CHCCS426B Provide support and care relating to loss and grief

    CHCPA301B Deliver care services using a palliative approach

    HLTAP301B Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context

    HLTAP401B Confirm physical health status

    Group C  - electives recommended for service coordination work 

    At least 5 of the following units are recommended to be selected for service coordination work in a home and community care context

    CHCADMIN403D Undertake administrative work

    CHCCOM403A Use targeted communication skills to build relationships

    CHCCS400B Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework

    CHCNET404B Facilitate links with other services

    CHCORG406C Supervise work

    CHCORG423C Maintain quality service delivery

    Other relevant electives 

    Electives are to be selected in line with specified Packaging Rules. The following grouping of relevant electives is provided to facilitate selection and does not necessarily reflect workplace requirements. Electives may be selected from one or more groups. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address specific workplace needs.

    Client support 

    CHCCOM403A Use targeted communication skills to build relationships

    CHCCS400C Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework

    CHCCS401C Facilitate responsible behaviour

    CHCCS417B Provide support and care relating to suicide bereavement

    CHCCS422B Respond holistically to client issues and refer appropriately

    CHCCS426B Provide support and care relating to loss and grief

    CHCDIS405A Facilitate skills development and maintenance

    CHCICS403A Conduct individual assessment

    CHCICS404B Plan and provide advanced behaviour support

    CHCICS405B Facilitate groups for individual outcomes

    CHCICS406B Support client self management

    CHCICS407B Support positive lifestyle

    CHCICS408B Provide support to people with chronic disease

    CHCICS409A Recognise and respond to suspected abuse of vulnerable people

    CHCICS410A Support relationships with carers and families

    CHCLLN403A Identify clients with language, literacy and numeracy needs and respond effectively

    CHCPAS401B Undertake pastoral care work

    HLTFS207C Follow basic food safety practices

    HLTFS309C Oversee the day-to-day implementation of food safety in the workplace

    HLTFS310C Apply and monitor food safety requirements

    Medication and health professional support 

    CHCCS305C Assist clients with medication (Note pre-requisite HLTAP301B)

    CHCCS424B Administer and monitor medications (Note pre-requisites CHCCS305B, HLTAP301B)

    CHCCS425B Support health professional

    HLTFA311A Apply first aid

    HLTFA412A Apply advanced first aid (Note pre-requisite HLTFA301C)

    Working with older people 

    CHCAC317A Support older people to maintain their independence

    CHCAC412B Provide services to older people with complex needs (Note pre-requisite CHCAC318B)

    CHCAC417A Implement interventions with older people at risk of falls

    CHCPA402B Plan for and provide care services using a palliative approach

    Working with people with disabilities 

    CHCDIS400C Provide care and support

    CHCDIS409B Provide services to people with disabilities with complex needs

    CHCDIS410A Facilitate community participation and inclusion

    CHCDIS411A Communicate using augmentative and alternative communication strategies

    Working with people with mental health issues 

    CHCMH402B Apply understanding of mental health issues and recovery processes

    CHCMH411A Work with people with mental health issues

    Working with people with alcohol and other drug issues 

    CHCAOD402B Work effectively in the alcohol and other drugs sector

    Leisure and health 

    CHCRH401C Work effectively in the leisure and health industry

    CHCRH402B Undertake leisure and health programming

    CHCRH404B Plan, implement and monitor leisure and health programs

    Team coordination and supervision 

    CHCCOM403A Use targeted communication skills to build relationships

    CHCORG406C Supervise work

    CHCORG423C Maintain quality service delivery

    Organisation support 

    BSBWOR401A Establish effective workplace relationships

    CHCADMIN403D Undertake administrative work

    Oral health 

    CHCOHC303B Use basic oral health screening tools

    CHCOHC401A Inform and encourage clients and groups to understand and achieve good oral health

    CHCOHC402A Support and encourage clients and groups to learn practical aspects of oral health care

    CHCOHC404A Recognise and respond to signs and symptoms that may indicate oral health issues

    CHCOHC406B Provide or assist with oral hygiene

    CHCOHC407B Apply and manage use of basic oral health products

     

    Awarded By 

    • RTO

    • The Spectrum Organization Association Inc  (Code 2441)

    Additional information

    Entry requirements 

    To gain entry into CHC40212 Certificate IV in Home and Community Care a candidate must be recognised as competent, through a recognised training program or recognition process, against the following core units from CHC30312 Certificate III in Home and Community Care (or equivalent):

    CHCAC318B Work effectively with older people

    CHCDIS301C Work effectively with people with a disability

    CHCICS304B Work effectively with carers

     

     

     

    Not Applicable

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    Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries

    This qualification addresses work in client homes and other community settings within defined organisational guidelines and service plans.

    These workers:

    • Carry out activities related to maintaining an individual's well being through personal care and/or other activities of living
    • May provide services to individuals with complex needs, and/or work with groups of older people Work may include training and support to promote independence and community participation, which may be provided as part of activities and programs in a variety of home and community care settings
    • Report to service managers and liaise with professionals and other service providers
    • May be required to supervise and/or coordinate a limited number of other workers.

     

    Occupational titles  may include:

    • Assistant coordinator
    • In-home respite care
    • Assistant team leader
    • Personal care worker
    • Care team leader
    • Senior community care worker
    • Community house worker
    • Service coordinator
    • Community support worker
    • Support worker
    • Day activity worker
    • Transport coordinator

     

     

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