Course Title: Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2023
Course Code: HWSS6115C
Course Title: Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability
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 Provide individualised support (CHCCS0015)
School: 535T Social Care and Health
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4365 - Certificate IV in Disability
Course Contact: Clare McGlone
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 7929
Course Contact Email: clare.mcglone@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 100
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
In this course you will acquire the skills and knowledge required to facilitate the empowerment of people with disability to deliver rights based services using a person-centred approach. It should be carried out in conjunction with individualised plans.
This course applies to workers in varied disability contexts. This course is delivered and assessed with: CHCCS0015 - Provide individualised support
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CHCDIS007 Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability |
Element: |
1. Demonstrate commitment to empowerment for people with disability |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify changes in the legal, political and social frameworks within which the work is undertaken 1.2 Identify ways society can affect the level of impairment experienced by a person with disability 1.3 Reflect on personal values and attitudes regarding disability and acknowledge their potential impact when working in disability contexts 1.4 Develop and adjust own approaches to facilitate empowerment |
Element: |
2. Foster human rights |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Assist the person with disability to understand their rights 2.2 Deliver services that ensure the rights and needs of the person are upheld in the context of person-centeredness 2.3 Ensure the cultural needs of the person are identified, accepted and upheld 2.4 Identify breaches of human rights and respond and report according to organisation procedures 2.5 Identify indications of possible abuse and/or neglect and report according to organisation procedure |
Element: |
3. Facilitate choice and self-determination |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Using a person-centred approach work in a manner that acknowledges the person with disability as their own expert 3.2 Facilitate person-centred options for action on relevant issues and discuss with the person and/or family and/or carer and/or relevant other 3.3 Provide assistance to the person with disability to facilitate communication of their personal goals 3.4 Provide person-centred support in a manner that encourages and empowers the person with disability to make their own choices 3.5 Assist with strategies to ensure that the person is comfortable with any decisions that are being made on their behalf 3.6 Assist with accessing advocacy services and other complaint mechanisms as required |
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 |
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Week 1
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Empowerment for participants Individualised support |
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Week 2
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Workplace Integrated Learning Placement |
AT1 AT3 |
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Week 3
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Workplace Integrated Learning Placement |
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Week 4
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Workplace Integrated Learning Placement |
AT2 AT4
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Week 5 |
Review Practical observations Assessment support
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Week 6 |
Review Practical observations Assessment support
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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 CHCCS0015 Provide individualised support.
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
Assessment Task 3 - Case studies Responses
Assessment Task 4 - Workplace Observation
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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