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Use information about children to inform practice

Use information about children to inform practice

Unit of competency
National Code
CHCECE013
State Code
WG756
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
06/08/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/02/2014
Field of Education
090503 - Children’s Services
Original Release Date
14/02/2014
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to gather information about children through observation and other sources as a basis to inform program-planning cycles and to share with children and their families.This unit applies to educators working in a range of education and care services.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Gather information about the child through observation
  • 1.1 Observe, listen and talk with children for sustained periods of time
  • 1.2 Pay close attention to what the child is saying and doing
  • 1.3 Identify their interests, ideas, knowledge and skills
2. Gather information about the child from secondary sources
  • 2.1 Use child records to collect information about each child
  • 2.2 Collaborate with family and other educators to collect information about each child’s needs, interests, skills and cultural practices
3. Record observations appropriately
  • 3.1 Ensure information collected through observation and secondary sources is discussed with relevant people and recorded accurately in accordance with service requirements
  • 3.2 Ensure discussion and recording of information is free from biased comments and negative labelling of children
4. Use observations and information collected to contribute to program planning
  • 4.1 Use information gathered about the child to contribute to the planning of programs that promote children’s learning and development
  • 4.2 Use information gathered about the child to ensure interactions are responsive and respectful of the individual child
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D2671 CHCPR303D Develop understanding of children's interests and developmental needs Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODK31 CHCECE038 Observe children to inform practice Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J587 CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care Qualification