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Perform the duties of a chaplain in a deployed environment

Perform the duties of a chaplain in a deployed environment

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFCHP006
State Code
AVT81
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
26/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
091703 - Religious Studies
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the skills required to perform the duties of a chaplain in a joint combined or coalition deployed environment. The chaplains’ role in this environment can be unique due to a change in context and increased complexity. Deployed environment means away from base.This unit was developed for Defence Chaplains but may be relevant to others who work in this field.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work independently, while performing complex tasks in a broad range of contexts that are often unpredictable.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Establish chaplaincy capability within a deployed environment
  • 1.1 Identify and liaise with the military organisational structures including chain of command
  • 1.2 Implement joint, combined or coalition doctrine
  • 1.3 Establish cooperative working relationships with coalition partners and chaplains
  • 1.4 Identify and advise command about religions and cultures
  • 1.5 Identify consecrated, sacred or significant religious sites
  • 1.6 Liaise with religious leaders of local faith groups
2 Minister in deployed environments
  • 2.1 Identify military and civilian resources to support chaplaincy capability
  • 2.2 Identify and provide for the spiritual, pastoral and religious needs of members of Australian and coalition forces operating in a deployed environment
  • 2.3 Conduct religious services
  • 2.4 Analyse completed activities and recommend improvements
  • 2.5 Complete, compile and process reports and returns
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State Code National Code Title Type
AXA6 DEF53415 Diploma of Institutional and Operational Chaplaincy Qualification