Course Title: Participate in the implementation of individualised plans

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2013

Course Code: HWSS5699C

Course Title: Participate in the implementation of individualised plans

School: 365T Global, Urban & Social Studies

Campus: City Campus

Program: C3304 - Certificate III in Aged Care

Course Contact : Renee Costa

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99250886

Course Contact Email:renee.costa@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Nominal Hours: 15

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

There are no formal pre-requisites for this course, however you will need to obtain a police check in order to participate in the practical placement and gain work in the sector as per legislative requirements.
You need knowledge of spoken English, as well as English literacy to a standard that is likely to meet workplace needs to enter the course. If you would like advice on the standard of English that is recommended for the course please contact the Course Co-ordinator via the details above.

Course Description

In this course you will learn how to plan work activities according to an individualised plan, and how to establish and maintain appropriate relationships with clients (and carers). You will also learn how to provide support for clients and monitor it according to an individualised plan. You will learn how to contribute to the ongoing relevance of individualised plans. You will also gain the skills to respond to situations of risk for the client within your work role. You will learn how to complete the documentation of this in your work role.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CHCICS302B Participate in the implementation of individualised plans

Element:

1.Plan work activities according to an individualised plan

Performance Criteria:

1.1Apply understanding of organisation's policies, protocols and procedures in relation to the individualised planning process
1.2Confirm individualised plan details with the client
1.3Work with client to identify actions and activities that support the individualised plan
1.4Prepare for support activities according to client's individualised plan, preferences and organisation policies, protocols and procedures
1.5Prepare for support activities that promote the client's participation and independence
1.6Clarify own role in implementing individualised plan and seek appropriate support for any aspects outside scope of own knowledge/skills or job role

Element:

2.Establish and maintain appropriate relationships with client (and carer)

Performance Criteria:

2.1Introduce oneself appropriately and maintain courtesy to the client, and carer where appropriate
2.2Conduct exchanges with the client in a manner that develops and maintains trust
2.3Maintain confidentiality and privacy of the client within organisation policy and protocols
2.4Conduct exchanges with the client in a manner that respects cultural sensitivities and needs
2.5Support the interests, rights and decision-making of the client in all dealings

Element:

3.Provide and monitor support according to the individualised plan

Performance Criteria:

3.1Provide support according to the individualised plan, the client’s preferences and organisation policies, protocols and procedures
3.2Provide support in a manner that contributes to the client’s skill development and/or maintenance
3.3Provide support according to duty of care requirements
3.4Monitor support activities to determine capacity for the client’s participation
3.5Monitor support activities to determine contribution to the client’s independence
3.6Monitor support activities to determine contribution to the client’s emotional well being
3.7Monitor support activities to determine relevance to the client’s individualised plan
3.8Monitor aspects of the individualised plan that might need review and report to supervisor

Element:

4.Contribute to ongoing relevance of the individualised plan

Performance Criteria:

4.1Participate in discussion with the client and supervisor to identify areas of the individualised plan that require review
4.2Participate in discussion with the client and supervisor in a manner that acknowledges the client as their own experts
4.3Participate in discussion with the client and supervisor in a manner that supports client self determination

Element:

5.Respond to situations of risk to the client within work role and responsibilities

Performance Criteria:

5.1Provide assistance to maintain a safe and healthy environment
5.2Identify situations of risk, or potential risk, to the client and report to a supervisor
5.3Respond to situations of risk, or potential risk appropriately and communicate to a supervisor
5.4Implement strategies to minimise risk and communicate to a supervisor and colleagues
5.5Report uncharacteristic or behaviours of concern to a supervisor

Element:

6.Complete documentation and reporting

Performance Criteria:

6.1Comply with the organisation's reporting requirements
6.2Complete documentation according to organisation policy and protocols
6.3Maintain documentation in a manner consistent with reporting requirements
6.4File documentation in accordance with organisation policy and protocols


Learning Outcomes


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


Details of Learning Activities

Learning activities will take place in campus classrooms as well as in simulated workplace rooms that are equipped with equipment and facilities that are used in the Aged Care sector workplaces. You will receive training using current industry practices from trainers who are working in the industry. A range of educational resources are used including case studies, scenarios and practical information materials, audio visual materials, class discussions and practical demonstrations. Practical placement is an important learning activity and you will receive support, guidance and de-briefing from the trainers to maximise your learning in the work environment


Teaching Schedule

This unit will be taught alongside other relevant units. You will be required to attend the session on the dates listed below:

Wednesday   17/04/2013 - 09:30 to 16:30
Thursday       18/04/2013 - 09:30 to 16:30
Wednesday   24/04/2013 - 09:30 to 16:30
Thursday       25/04/2013 - 09:30 to 16:30
Wednesday  01/05/2013 - 09:30 to 16:30
Thursday      02/05/2013 - 09:30 to 16:30

The final assessment will be conducted on Thursday 2 May.
You will be expected to engage in some homework/research activities throughout the period from 17/04/2013 to 02/05/2013
Note: If dates and times may need to change due to unforeseen circumstances every effort is made to notify in advance.
 


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

To support delivery of this Unit you will have access to the RMIT simulated home room which provides industry standard equipment and resources. In addition you will be provided with the latest information on current memos and updates from within the industry.


Overview of Assessment

In this course you will be assessed on the knowledge and skills that you have developed to meet the competency requirements of this course. You will complete assessments to determine your knowledge throughout the course which ensures you are equipped to perform your job role in the Aged Care sector, and the second method of assessment is where you give practical demonstrations of the tasks required in the job role for this course. These assessment tasks are conducted after you have had adequate preparation for the assessment and you will be supported throughout the assessment process. Some of the practical tasks will be done in the purpose-built facilities at RMIT; others will be done in your placement in a workplace setting.
 


Assessment Tasks

For this Unit you will be assessed on your skills and knowledge in a number of ways. Most of the skills you need can be developed and then demonstrated within the classroom as you communicate with your fellow students, and in addition, particular scenarios will be provided by the teacher where you can show further competence to meet the requirements of the unit.
A further check of your skills will be included as you undergo your work placement, and finally there will be a knowledge questionnaire, Final Assessment Eight at the conclusion of the teaching period (02/05/13) to to finalise your demonstration of competence.

The teacher and coordinator will prepare you throughout the program for the assessment tasks and assistance is available.
 


Assessment Matrix

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