Skill set Outline

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Advocacy Skill Set

Advocacy Skill Set

Skill set
National Code
CHCSS00069
State Code
AD183
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Associated Qualification
Certificate IV in Community Services
National Code
CHC42021
State Code
BII6
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
Statement of Attainment at Certificate IV Level
Field of Education
0905 - Human Welfare Studies And Services
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
06/08/2015
Current Release Date
06/08/2015
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
22/12/2017
Nominal Hours
—
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 06/08/2015 Current Approved
Description
This skill set reflects the skill requirements for work in advocating or representing clients in the health or community sector.
This skill set has been endorsed by industry as suitable for individuals who:
hold a qualification at Certificate III level or higher in related field
or
have skills equivalent to the qualification requirement validated through a recognition of prior learning process
Units
CHCADV001 Support the interests and rights of clients
CHCADV002 Provide advocacy and representation services
Pathway Information
These units provide credit towards a range of qualifications in the CHC Community Services Training Package.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Nil
Target Group
- Existing workers - upskill or reskill

- Critical skill need

- Foundation, equity or bridging
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the CHC Community Services Training Package meet industry requirements for work involving advocacy and representation in various health or community services contexts.
General notes
Schedule
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AVC96 CHCADV001 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients 55 Unit of competency
AVC95 CHCADV002 Provide advocacy and representation services 45 Unit of competency
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