Course Title: Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2023

Course Code: BUSM7998C

Course Title: Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach

Important Information:

Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.  

To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption.  

 

Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance.  

This course is delivered and assessed in a cluster with Follow established person-centered behaviour supports (CHCDIS002).

School: 535T Social Care and Health

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4365 - Certificate IV in Disability

Course Contact: Clare McGlone

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99257929

Course Contact Email: clare.mcglone@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Nominal Hours: 50

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

None

Course Description

This course describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, implement and review formal and informal ongoing skills development, in collaboration with a person with disability and incorporate into the person’s individualised plan.

This course applies to workers in varied disability contexts. Work performed requires a range of well developed, person-centred skills where some discretion and judgement is required and workers will take responsibility for their own outputs.

This unit is delivered and assessed in a cluster with CHCDIS002 - Follow established person-centered behaviour supports


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CHCDIS009 Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach

Element:

  1. Identify individual skill development needs

1.1 Identify the person with disability s skill development needs using a person-centred approach

1.2 Document development needs in line with organisation program guidelines

1.3 Identify skills development opportunities in collaboration with the person and/or family and/or carer and/or other relevant person for inclusion in the individualised plan

1.4 Make referrals to other staff or specialist services according to the persons needs

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Identify the person with disability’s skill development needs using a person-centred approach

1.2 Document development needs in line with organisation program guidelines

1.3 Identify skills development opportunities in collaboration with the person and/or family and/or carer and/or other relevant person for inclusion in the individualised plan

1.4 Make referrals to other staff or specialist services according to the persons needs

Element:

2. Plan person-centred, ongoing skill development

2.1 Use appropriate communication techniques to engage the person in identifying learning goals

2.2 Identify a range of learning strategies and opportunities to address the person s goals

2.3 Develop formal ongoing skills development activities using a person-centred approach and, where appropriate, in conjunction with other relevant personnel

2.4 Document ongoing skills development in the person s individualised plan

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Use appropriate communication techniques to engage the person in identifying learning goals

2.2 Identify a range of learning strategies and opportunities to address the person’s goals

2.3 Develop formal ongoing skills development activities using a person-centred approach and, where appropriate, in conjunction with other relevant personnel

2.4 Document ongoing skills development in the person’s individualised plan

Element:

3. Implement person-centred, ongoing skills development strategies

3.1 Work with the person to implement ongoing skills development strategies in a manner that is respectful, motivating and empowering

3.2 Inform and support colleagues and relevant others to implement person-centred ongoing skills development in line with the person s individualised plan

3.3 Access and utilise equipment and resources as required to facilitate the learning process

3.4 Document outcomes in the person s individualised plan

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Work with the person to implement ongoing skills development strategies in a manner that is respectful, motivating and empowering

3.2 Inform and support colleagues and relevant others to implement person-centred ongoing skills development in line with the person’s individualised plan

3.3 Access and utilise equipment and resources as required to facilitate the learning process

3.4 Document outcomes in the person’s individualised plan

Element:

4. Evaluate skills development and review plan

4.1 Monitor the person s development and provide feedback to the person and/or carer and/or relevant other regarding progress towards objectives and goals

4.2 Evaluate effectiveness of ongoing skills development using the person s records and update plan to meet changing needs of the person

4.3 Identify opportunities for ongoing skill development

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Monitor the person’s development and provide feedback to the person and/or carer and/or relevant other regarding progress towards objectives and goals

4.2 Evaluate effectiveness of ongoing skills development using the person’s records and update plan to meet changing needs of the person

4.3 Identify opportunities for ongoing skill development

Element:

5. Identify and implement incidental learning opportunities to enhance skills development

5.1 Identify situations that can act as potential informal learning opportunities and encourage learning

5.2 Provide appropriate constructive advice to the person and/or family and/or carer and/or relevant other as soon as possible in appropriate format

5.3 Provide encouragement when the person takes initiative in learning situations

5.4 Withdraw support to an appropriate level in order to encourage experiential learning and development

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Identify situations that can act as potential informal learning opportunities and encourage learning

5.2 Provide appropriate constructive advice to the person and/or family and/or carer and/or relevant other as soon as possible in appropriate format

5.3 Provide encouragement when the person takes initiative in learning situations

5.4 Withdraw support to an appropriate level in order to encourage experiential learning and development


Learning Outcomes


 On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.


Details of Learning Activities

During face-to-face workshops delivered on line via collaborate ultra  or on campus ( at RMIT or our industry partners) information is shared through talks and discussions, and workshops where exercises are conducted to apply learning. Time is spent during classes for students to work on group and individual assessment tasks.

  • The workshop themes link units and ideas, strategies and current beliefs, values and philosophies about disability and community sector work. 
  • The schedule is planned to address those themes but we will be seeking to include guest presenters and other options to enrich your learning throughout the program.
  • Guest presenters will be scheduled as they are available, and this may mean changes to the topics in workshops.  Students will be informed as these opportunities are finalised.
  • We welcome any suggestions or requests from students that would add to the content or experiences.


Teaching Schedule

Week

Topic

Assessment / Learning activities

Week 1

 

Person Centred approach

Individual skills development

  • Supporting people to maintain their activities of daily living
  • Strengths based practice
  • Behaviours of concern
  • Skills development

Week 2

 

Person Centred approach

Individual skills development

  • Supporting people to maintain their activities of daily living
  • Strengths based practice
  • Behaviours of concern
  • Positive behaviour support
  • Support plans
  • Skills development activities

Week 3

 

 

Person Centred approach

Individual skills development

  • Supporting people to maintain their activities of daily living
  • Strengths based practice
  • Behaviours of concern
  • Health and medication considerations
  • Support plans
  • Skills development strategies

 

Week 4

Person Centred approach

Individual skills development

  • Policies and procedures for safe practice
  • Support plans

AT1

AT2

Week 5

 

Review

Practical observations

Assessment support

 

  • Identify the scope and nature of own legal rights and responsibilities
  • Identify and take opportunities to contribute to the review and development of policies and protocol

AT3

AT4


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through: 
The learning Lab 
www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab 
The Study Support Hub 
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub 
English for uni workshops 
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops 

 


Overview of Assessment

This course is assessed with the course CHCDIS002 Follow established person-centered behaviour supports.

There will be three forms of assessment including knowledge quizzes, simulated assessments and practical assessments undertaken in the work place.

Students are given two (2) attempts for each assessment to demonstrate the required skills. A third (3rd) attempt can only be offered after discussions between teacher and the Program Coordinator and is not automatic. Resubmissions beyond two (2) attempts are at the discretion of the teacher and/or coordinator.


Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task 1 - Unit Knowledge Questions 

Assessment Task 2 - Supervisor's Report and Student Responses   

Assessment Task 3 - Scenario Simulation in pairs 

Assessment Task 4 - Case Study, Simulation and Development Plan 


Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. 

The assessment matrix is located in Canvas, at the end of each assessment task. 

Other Information

Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters: rmit.edu.au/students 

Attendance
It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to gain the competency.

Applying for an Extension
Extension of time for assessment tasks may be granted where circumstances beyond your control prevent submission by the published due date. Speak with your teacher or course coordinator regarding applying for an extension.

Applying for Special Consideration
If you are seeking an extension of more than seven calendar days (from the original due date) you must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form, preferably prior to, but no later than two working days after the official due date. Late applications will only be accepted in exceptional circumstances. For information about Special Consideration and how to apply, see:
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity means honesty and responsibility in scholarship through respecting the work of others whilst having the freedom to build new insights, new knowledge and ideas. RMIT University upholds the values of academic integrity as fundamental to the scholarship undertaken by all members of its community. Whenever you refer to another person’s research or ideas (either by directly quoting or paraphrasing them) you must acknowledge your source
If you are even in doubt about how to properly cite a reference, consult your lecturer or the academic integrity website:http://www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity

Complaints Procedure:
RMIT University is committed to providing a harmonious study and work environment for all students and staff. The University recognises your right to raise concerns about academic, administrative or support services without recrimination and has policies and procedures to assist in the resolution of complaints.
Most issues are resolved at the local level and you are encouraged to take steps to resolve your issue locally. The student complaint procedure details steps to take if your problem is not resolved or you believe the response you received is unreasonable.
Student Complaints Policy: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/policies/studentcomplaintspolicy

Student complaints Procedure: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=i1lexipvjt22

Student Complaints Form: http://mams.rmit.edu.au/v4ujvmyojugxz.pdf

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