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Develop and implement a program to support sustainable practice

Develop and implement a program to support sustainable practice

Unit of competency
National Code
CHCPR515A
State Code
D2675
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
26/08/2009
Field of Education
050999 - Environmental Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
26/08/2009
Nominal Hours
45
Description
DescriptorThis unit describes the knowledge and skills required to analyse the child care workplace in relation to environmental sustainability of work practices, to implement improvements and analyse their effectiveness
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Analyse environmental sustainability of child care workplace
  • 1.1 Identify aspects of sustainability to analyse the workplace
  • 1.2 Review potential for change in aspects of the child care environment
  • 1.3 Identify key areas where change could be instigated to enhance environmental sustainability
2. Support behavioural change processes and the role they play in sustainability
  • 2.1 Encourage children to exchange thoughts and ideas about sustainable issues through guided discussion, projects and experiences
  • 2.2 Explore ethical dilemmas of waste disposal and water conservation with all stakeholders
  • 2.3 Encourage adults and children to participate in sustainable practices that integrate the service delivery systems
3. Design and implement a program to support behavioural change for sustainability
  • 3.1 Explore strategies and opportunities to implement sustainable building design where possible
  • 3.2 Apply strategies for children to connect with the natural world in outdoor spaces
  • 3.3 Use waste, natural or recycled materials for improvised play experiences
  • 3.4 Apply waste management strategies where possible
  • 3.5 Apply water conservation strategies where possible
  • 3.6 Use safe and sustainable cleaning practices
  • 3.7 Guide children to understand the link between plants, animals and humans
4. Review the sustainability program
  • 4.1 Evaluate the program outcomes on a regular basis
  • 4.2 Involve the community, children and adults in evaluating the program
  • 4.3 Document outcomes of the program and implement changes based on evaluation evidence
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WG768 CHCECE025 Embed sustainable practices in service operations Unit of competency