Course Title: Reflect on and improve own professional practice
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2019
Course Code: EMPL7098C
Course Title: Reflect on and improve own professional practice
School: 365T Global, Urban and Social Studies
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4352 - Certificate IV in Youth Work
Course Contact: Dianne Mackay
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4454
Course Contact Email: dianne.mackay@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 120
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 unit describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate and enhance own practice through a process of reflection and ongoing professional development.
This unit applies to workers in all industry sectors who take pro-active responsibility for their own professional development.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
Element: |
1. Reflect on own practice |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Undertake self-evaluation in conjunction with supervisors and/or peers 1.2 Reflect on and recognise the effect of values, beliefs and behaviour in practice 1.3 Share two-way, open and evaluative feedback with co-workers or peers 1.4 Actively seek and reflect on feedback from clients, organisations or other relevant sources |
Element: |
3. Facilitate ongoing professional development |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Access and review information on current emerging industry developments and use these to improve practice 3.2 Assess and confirm own practice against ethical and legal requirements and opportunities 3.3 Identify and engage with opportunities to extend and expand own expertise 3.4 Regularly participate in review processes as a commitment to upgrading skills and knowledge |
Element: |
2. Enhance own practice |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Determine improvements needed based on own evaluation and feedback from others 2.2 Identify potential support networks both internal and external to the organisation 2.3 Seek specialist advice or further training where need is identified 2.4 Recognise requirements for self-care and identify requirements for additional support 2.5 Devise, document and implement a self development plan that sets realistic goals and targets |
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 course learning activities will be supported and complimented by RMIT's online learning management tools Canvas. Other essential learning activities take place during the workshops, and you will also be required to undertake independent studies. Some learning activities that you will undertake in the workshops are:
- Class discussion
- Documentary viewing and discussion
- Guest speaker
- Group work projects
- Questioning
Teaching Schedule
Class |
Topic |
Content |
Elements of Competency |
Resources |
Assessment Due Dates
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SEMESTER ONE | |||||
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Introduction |
Introduction to RMIT and the Youth Work program Course overview Assessment requirements Work Integrated Learning requirements Youth Work Staff IT/ Email/ Technology requirements
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2
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Introduction |
Canvas Getting to know what is required academically. RMIT services. Campus tour Library services Study and learning centre Well Being/Self Care |
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3 |
Reflect on own practice |
Self evaluation of current skills and knowledge. Reflect on Values beliefs and behaviours. Introduction to Career Planning- Youth and Community Sector “Getting to know yourself” Activity NEXT STEP program |
1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4 |
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4 |
Broader Service System |
Exploring Youth Sector –Federal/State/ Local/ and NGO sectors. Working in the youth sector (YACVIC) Building the Scaffolding Vulnerable Youth Framework Disciplines – Child Protection/Juvenile Justice |
3.1,3.2, |
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5 |
Political and policy context |
Exploring Youth Sector –Federal/State/ Local/ and NGO sectors. Building the Scaffolding Vulnerable Youth Framework Disciplines – Child Protection/Juvenile Justice/Mental Health |
3.1,3.2. |
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6 |
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Exploring Youth Sector –Federal/State/ Local/ and NGO Work Integrated Learning (W.I.L.) Explore work placement options
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TASK 1: Career Planning Youth Sector: Research report This report is part of your own professional development and involve researching and responding to questions in relation to the youth sector. |
7 |
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Work integrated Learning continued (W.I.L) Networks Youth Journals Academic studies in Youth and Community |
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Hurdle task: Individual and group work Professional development/Critical analysis |
8 |
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Professional development and critical analysis Group work Information sharing and personal reflections Professional supervision as a reflection and learning tool. |
2.1,2.2,2.3,2.4 3.1,3.2,3.3,3.4 |
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Hurdle task: Individual and group work Professional development/Critical analysis |
9 |
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Employability Skills Work readiness skills Innovation Skills Workplace futures Where are the Jobs for the Future Foundation for Young Australians Research
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2.1,2.2,2.3,2.4,2.5 |
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Hurdle task: Individual and group work Professional development/Critical analysis |
10 |
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Employability Skills Work readiness skills Innovation Skills Workplace futures Where are the Jobs for the Future Foundation for Young Australians Research
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2.1,2.2,2.3,2.4,2.5 |
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TASK 2: Reflective practice- critical thinking
You are required to access the library and search for one (1) article related to a contemporary /professional issue in the youth sector. |
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11
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Goal Setting and Action Planning
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Goal setting Action Planning CV development Introduction to Task 3 |
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12 |
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Catch up Classes on assessment for Semester 1 Review of knowledge and gaps. Reflection on professional practice. Introduction to Semester 2 and assessment Task 3 W.I.L. assessments |
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Class |
Topic |
Content |
Elements of Competency |
Resources |
Assessment Due Dates
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SEMESTER TWO | |||||
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1
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Introduction |
Review of Semester 1 Introduction to RMIT Semester 2 Assessment requirements Work Integrated Learning requirements
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2 & 3
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Work Integrated Learning Placement updates from students Codes of Practice Work role boundaries |
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4 & 5 |
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Personal Development Plan Identify areas of interest further investigation Skill sets attained Skills sets required |
1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4 |
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Assessment Task 3: Prepare a personal development plan – the plan will identify goals and develop an action plan using templates provided. |
6 & 7 |
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Personal Development Plan Learning styles CV Key Selection criteria response |
3.1,3.2, |
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Task 3 Continued |
8 & 9 |
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Personal Goal Setting Applying for available positions |
3.1,3.2. |
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Task 3 continued |
10 |
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Finalise Personal development plan. The final submission will require you to submit templates relating to goals, actions and an up to date CV.
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11 |
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Professional development and critical analysis Group work Information sharing and personal reflections Professional supervision as a reflection and learning tool. |
2.1,2.2,2.3,2.4 3.1,3.2,3.3,3.4 |
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TASK 3: Submission |
12 |
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Review of unit and program Catch up classes for all assessments across Dip YW program |
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13 |
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Review of unit and program
Catch up classes for all assessments (Cert IV YW program) |
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14 |
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Review of unit and program
Catch up classes for all assessments (Cert IV YW program) |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Learning resources
You will be provided with the resources and tools for learning in this course. These resources will also be provided in Canvas. They include recommended texts, relevant learning materials from subject experts and websites, DVD’s, class notes, case studies.
Overview of Assessment
This course is assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment.
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assessment tasks to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher when you have completed the assessment tasks.
ASSESSMENT TASKS
TASK 1: Career Planning in the Youth Sector: Research report
TASK 2: Develop six goals for your personal and professional development
TASK 3: Reflective practice- written response to a youth work text
TASK 4: Reflective discussion boards - written response to current issues in the youth work sector
TASK 5: Reflective Journal entries - Complete 10 journal entries discussing something that you have learnt or experienced through your studies or workplacement in Youth Work.
You should refer to the assessment plan which is available on Canvas for details of each assessment task and for detailed assessment criteria.
Grades that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
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 Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services
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: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams
Assessment Tasks
TASK 1: Career Planning in the Youth Sector: Research report
TASK 2: Develop six goals for your personal and professional development
TASK 3: Reflective practice- written response to a youth work text
TASK 4: Reflective discussion boards - written response to current issues in the youth work sector
TASK 5: Reflective Journal entries - Complete 10 journal entries discussing something that you have learnt or experienced through your studies or workplacement in Youth Work.
You should refer to the assessment plan which is available on Canvas for details of each assessment task and for detailed assessment criteria.
Grades that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
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 Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services
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: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams
Assessment Matrix
Other Information
Work Placement
The Certificate IV in Youth Work requires 80 hours of work placement in a youth work organisation, supported by RMIT.
Police Check
You must obtain evidence of a satisfactory National Police Records Check before undertaking work placements and will need to pay the associated costs
or
You may be required to obtain a satisfactory National Police Records Check at the request of their placement agency.
Working with Children
You must provide evidence of a satisfactory Working with Children Check before undertaking work placements and will need to pay the associated costs,
or
You may be required to obtain a satisfactory Working with Children Check at the request of their placement agency.
Immunisation
You may be required to provide evidence of immunisation for certain diseases before undertaking work placement. You will need to discuss the specific requirements of your placement with the course coordinator and/or WIL practitioner and will need to pay the associated costs for immunisation.
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 work submitted in hardcopy. For every piece of work submitted online you will complete an e-Declaration. The signed cover sheet or e-Declaration acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications.
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 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
Assessment Appeals
If you believe your assessment result or final result is wrong please contact the course coordinator and provide the reason why you think your result is incorrect. Valid reasons for seeking a review of results include:
- You believe an error has occurred in the calculation of the grade; or,
- You believe the assessment did not comply with criteria published in the Course Guide; or,
- You believe the assessment did not comply with University Policies on Assessment (i.e. an error in process has occurred).
Full details of the procedure (including appeals procedure) can be located at this RMIT site:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/appeals
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 you source. If you are ever 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 –
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