Course Title: Facilitate the empowerment of older people

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2018

Course Code: HWSS6078C

Course Title: Facilitate the empowerment of older people

School: 365T Global, Urban and Social Studies

Campus: City Campus

Program: C3319 - Certificate III in Individual Support

Course Contact: Renee Costa

Course Contact Phone: 9925 0886

Course Contact Email: renee.costa@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

 In this unit you will acquire the skills and knowledge neccesary to respond to the goals and aspirations of older people and provide support services in a manner that focuses on improving health outcomes and quality of life, using a person-centred approach.

This unit will assist you when working in residential or community contexts.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people

Element:

1. Develop relationships with older people

 

Performance Criteria:

.1 Conduct interpersonal exchanges in a manner that promotes empowerment and develops and maintains trust and goodwill

1.2 Recognise and respect older people’s social, cultural and spiritual differences

1.3 Maintain confidentiality and privacy of the person within organisation policy and protocols

1.4 Work with the person to identify physical and social enablers and disablers impacting on health outcomes and quality of life

1.5 Encourage the person to adopt a shared responsibility for own support as a means of achieving better health outcomes and quality of life

Element:

2. Provide services to older people

 

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Identify and discuss services which empower the older person

2.2 Support the older person to express their own identity and preferences without imposing own values and attitudes

2.3 Adjust services to meet the specific needs of the older person and provide services according to the older person’s preferences

2.4 Provide services according to organisation policies, procedures and duty of care requirements

Element:

3. Support the rights of older people

 

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Assist the older person to understand their rights and the complaints mechanisms of the organisation

3.2 Deliver services ensuring the rights of the older person are upheld

3.3 Identify breaches of human rights and respond appropriately

3.4 Recognise signs consistent with financial, physical or emotional abuse or neglect of the older person and report to an appropriate person

3.5 Assist the person to access other support services and the complaints mechanisms as required

Element:

4. Promote health and re-ablement of older people

 

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Encourage the older person to engage as actively as possible in all living activities and provide them with information and support to do so

4.2 Assist the older person to recognise the impact that changes associated with ageing may have on their activities of living

4.3 Identify strategies and opportunities that maximise engagement and promote healthy lifestyle practices

4.4 Identify and utilise aids and modifications that promote individual strengths and capacities to assist with independent living in the older person’s environment

4.5 Discuss situations of risk or potential risk associated with ageing

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

This unit of competency is delivered and assessed with the unit of competency Provide Individualised Support (CHCCCS015)

Some of the examples of learning activities are:

·         class exercises and discussions

·         practical demonstrations in a simulated environmen

·         peer learning

·         guest speakers

·         group discussions

·         independent assessment tasks which require research

·         practical placement

·      group activities and group discussions

 


Teaching Schedule

Session 1
• Develop relationships with older people
• Recognize and respect older people’s social cultural and spiritual differences
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy of the person within organisation policy and procedures

  • Determine support needs
  • Ensure the person is aware of their rights and complains procedure

Session 2
• Access and equity
• Respect of individual differences
• Provide services according to organisation policies, procedures and duty of care requirements

  • Work with the person to identify actions and activities that support the individualised plan and promote the person’s independence and rights to make informed decision making
    • Provide support according to the to the individualised plan, the person’s preference and strengths, and organisation policies, protocols and procedures
    • Individualised planning

 

Session 3
• Assist older person to understand their rights and complaints mechanisms of the organisation
• Aged care complaints scheme
• Elder abuse
• Discuss situations of risk or potential risk associated with ageing
 • Participate in discussion with the person and supervisor in a manner that supports the persons self determination

  • Provide assistance to maintain a safe and healthy environment
  • Involve the person in discussions about how support services are meeting their needs and any requirement for change
  • Maintain confidentiality and privacy of the person in all dealings within organisation policy and protocols


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems and access to specialised facilities and relevant software. You will also have access to the library resources. Students will need to purchase an RMIT polo top as uniform for placement


Overview of Assessment

   

This unit of competency is delivered and assessed with the unit of competency Provide individualised support (CHCCCS015 )There will be three forms of assessment and they will include a two questions and answers tasks in relation to the unit of competency and practical assessment either in a simulated or workplace environment.

The assessment tasks are as follows:

Task 1: Written activity

Task 2: Research and report

Task 3: Observation in a simulated and or practical environment

 

If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or the Disability Liaison Unit if you would like to find out more.

A student charter http://www.rmit.edu.au/about/studentcharter summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers.

Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies, procedures and instructions which are available for review online: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=c15i3ciaq8ca


Assessment Tasks

This unit of competency is delivered and assessed with the unit of competency Provide Individualised Support (CHCCCS015)

There will be three forms of assessment and they will include a research task, questions and answers in relation to the unit of competency and practical assessment either in a simulated or workplace environment.

The assessment tasks are as follows:

Task 1: Written activity

Task 2: Research and report - You are required to research and report  to ensure you have an understanding of the delivery of services across the sector and ensuring you empower your residents/clients and provide individualised support.

Task 3: Observation in a simulated and workplace environment-

 Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated environment that reflects workplace conditions. The following conditions must be met for this unit:
• use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:
• individualised plans and equipment outlined in the plan
• infection control policies and procedures
• modelling of standard industry operating conditions and contingencies, including involvement of real people when using relevant equipment

 

to demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete all assessments to a satisfactory standard. You will receive written feedback on all assessment (refer to MyRMIT for assessment criteria).

 

 


Assessment Matrix

Students will be given an assessment marking guide for reference at the time that the assessment tasks are distributed

 

Other Information

This is a Work Integrated Learning course in which you will complete a 120 placement in an organisation, undertaking the kinds of professional tasks you could expect in your work after graduation.

 

Commonwealth Statutory Declaration

It is a requirement that all students who undertake Aged Care placement must supply a current commonwealth statutory declaration

 

Police Check

 

You are required to obtain a satisfactory National Police Records Check at the request of their placement agency.

Students must obtain their own police check by the due date and pay the associated costs. Students who do not obtain a required police clearance by the due date shall not be able to undertake a practical placement or work experience activity that requires a Police Check.
The University shall not be obligated to organise a placement for a student who does not wish to obtain a Police Check.
Where required by the workplace, students shall provide a copy of their police check on request.
If a student is rejected by a workplace on the basis of a Police Check, the following actions shall occur, as appropriate:
- advise the student of the outcome; and
- discuss placement options with the student; and/or
- provide program and career counselling.
RMIT will not store Police Checks on student files.

Early Termination of Placement:


Under section 6 of the WIL Procedure, a placement may be ended early by the host organisation or School due to the student’s conduct and/or performance during the placement.
Possible reasons for such decisions may include, but are not limited to
failure to follow processes required for safety
breach of client or patient confidentiality
failure to comply with the instructions of supervisors
or other unprofessional behaviour
Where a placement ends early, a meeting will be convened to discuss the sequence of events that led to the termination. This meeting will precede any consideration of a student’s progress by the Progress Panel (if applicable) or Program Assessment Board.




Immunisations:

 It is a requirement that all students who undertake Aged Care placement must comply with the Department of Health immunisation guidelines.

You must provide proof of your vaccination history and or serological evidence of your immunity to the following infectious diseases, also blood-borne viruses before you commence placement:

  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis A
  • Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (dTpa)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
  • Varicella (chickenpox)
  • Poliomyelitis
  • Tuberculosis status
  • Annual Influenza

 

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

 

Cover Sheet for Submissions:


You must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of implications of plagiarism.

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
The RMIT library provides tools to assist with your referencing http://www1.rmit.edu.au/library/referencing

Plagiarism and Collusion:


Plagiarism and collusion constitute extremely serious academic misconduct, and are forms of cheating. You are reminded that cheating, whether by fabrication, falsification of data, or plagiarism, is an offence subject to University disciplinary procedures. Plagiarism is the presentation of the work, idea or creation of another person as though it is your own. It is a form of cheating and is a very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University. Plagiarised material can be drawn from, and presented in, written, graphic and visual form, including electronic data, and oral presentations. Plagiarism occurs when the origin of the material used is not appropriately cited. Plagiarism is not acceptable.


Examples of plagiarism include:


Copying sentences or paragraphs word-for-word from one or more sources, whether published or unpublished, which could include but is not limited to books, journals, reports, theses, websites, conference papers, course notes, etc. without proper citation;
Closely paraphrasing sentences, paragraphs, ideas or themes without proper citation;
Piecing together text from one or more sources and adding only linking sentences;
Copying or submitting whole or parts of computer files without acknowledging their source;
Copying designs or works of art and submitting them as your original work;
Copying a whole or any part of another student’s work; and
Submitting work as your own that someone else has done for you.
Enabling Plagiarism: the act of assisting or allowing another person to plagiarise or to copy your own work is also an offence.
For further information, please see the RMIT Plagiarism Policy – http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=sg4yfqzod48g1 (unresolved) – and the RMIT Student Conduct Regulations –http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=r7a7an6qug93

Plagiarism Software:


The originality verification software Turnitin may be used in this course. For details, see: http://www.turnitin.com

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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