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Observe children and interpret observations

Observe children and interpret observations

Unit of competency
National Code
CHCPR614C
State Code
D2677
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/11/2009
Field of Education
090503 - Children’s Services
Original Release Date
19/11/2009
Nominal Hours
35
Description
DescriptorThis unit describes the knowledge and skills required to observe and interpret children's developmental progress
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Monitor children's developmental progress
  • 1.1 Gather and record information about children's developmental progress
  • 1.2 Follow up with appropriate persons/services, any concerns regarding a child's development
  • 1.3 Communicate information to parents clearly and sensitively
  • 1.4 Use identified strengths to guide program strategies to foster development
  • 1.5 Identify degree of inclusiveness in children's interactions and language and develop strategies as required
  • 1.6 Observe level of problem solving and conflict resolution skills and develop strategies as needed
2. Gather information about the child's views and perspectives
  • 2.1 Investigate child's views of the social world and relationships by observing their interactions and reflecting on their communication
  • 2.2 Identify child's thinking style
  • 2.3 Identify child's current and emerging interests
  • 2.4 Identify child's strengths, talents and potential
3. Demonstrate quality observation practices to other workers
  • 3.1 Ensure own observations of children are significant, valid and concise
  • 3.2 Demonstrate clear links between evidence from observations and interpretation of behaviour, needs and interests
  • 3.3 Ensure intensity/detail of observations is appropriate to purpose and context
  • 3.4 Ensure interpretations of observations demonstrate inclusive principles and understanding
4. Use information from observations to guide others
  • 4.1 Provide information to broaden the other's understanding of the child
  • 4.2 Communicate information to others to improve their interaction with a child
  • 4.3 Provide information to others to improve program planning and evaluation
  • 4.4 Discuss programs and children's needs based on the information gained
  • 4.5 Work with others to design and develop systematic ways of observing children that ensure inclusion of all children
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S3237 CHCPR14B Observe children and interpret observations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WC973 CHCPR614D Observe children and interpret observations Unit of competency