Module Outline
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Income Support in Australia
Income Support in Australia
Module
National Code
State Code
65309
65309
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/01/1998
Field of Education
090599 - Human Welfare Studies And Services, N.e.c.
Nominal Hours
10
Description
To enable participants to acquire the skills and knowledge needed to advocate effectively for women needing income support.
Range of Variables
This unit is intended to prepare participants for direct service delivery. The emphasis is on practical and experiential learning. Lecturers should preferably be experienced as community advocates and be able to draw on personal experience and case material in order to demonstrate the use of advocacy skills and knowledge. Lecturer must provide up-to-date information on the legislation and therefore must be prepared to research and ensure they include any changes which may be of relevance to this curriculum.
Students should be warned against giving advice on legal matters and a strong distinction needs to be drawn between role of the support worker and the role of a lawyer or accountant. There should be a strong emphasis on client empowerment.
The emphasis should be on client choice and providing information and support.
In line with the above point, the normal method of teaching and learning should be using role-play and case study analysis. Ideall
Students should be warned against giving advice on legal matters and a strong distinction needs to be drawn between role of the support worker and the role of a lawyer or accountant. There should be a strong emphasis on client empowerment.
The emphasis should be on client choice and providing information and support.
In line with the above point, the normal method of teaching and learning should be using role-play and case study analysis. Ideall
Evidence Guide
Internal Assessment 100%
In-class test
Role-play/case study and problem solving
Case study analysis
In-class test
Role-play/case study and problem solving
Case study analysis
Elements and Performance Criteria
No information
No information
Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9708 | 12880WA | Certificate IV in Community Advocacy (Women's Services) | Accredited course |