Course Title: Work effectively with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness

Part A: Course Overview

Program: C4264 Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs Work

Course Title: Work effectively with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness

Portfolio: DSC Portfolio Office

Nominal Hours: 70

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.

Course Contact: Xenia Girdler

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4660

Course Contact Email: xenia.girdler@rmit.edu.au



Course Description

This unit describes the knowledge and skills required for working with people who are experiencing homelessness or risk of becoming homeless, including women and children experiencing family violence

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

None



National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:

CHCCH427A Work effectively with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness

Elements:

1. Develop knowledge of causes and impacts of homelessness
2. Demonstarte commitment to the central philosophies and legal requirements of working with people who are experiencing homelessness or risk of becoming homeless
3. Develop a professional rapport with people who are experiencing homelessness or risk of becoming homeless
4. Address issues associated with people who are experiencing homelessness or risk of becoming homeless
5. Support people who are experiencing homelessness or risk of becoming homeless


Learning Outcomes


Overview of Assessment

There are a variety of tools used to assess this course including two hundred (200) hours of practical placement providing you with opportunities to develop and demonstrate the skills knowledge and attitude required.
Other assessment tasks may involve:

  • Short essays where you will be expected to write an answer to a question in detail, and to draw conclusions about issues.
  • Class presentation where you will be expected to conduct a brief session in class, to lead discussion and to provide information for other students.
  • Participation in class discussions and activities.
  • Reflective Journals you will be expected to provide a written record of your experiences during the year - in class and in practical placement.
  • Blackboard/On-line assessment you will participate in regular on-line forums, blogging and small assessment tasks.