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Communicate with parents, students and colleagues in Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander language

Communicate with parents, students and colleagues in Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander language

Unit of competency
National Code
CHCEDS009
State Code
WG778
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
04/02/2014
Field of Education
090503 - Children’s Services
Original Release Date
04/02/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander languages and traditional knowledge to communicate with people in an educational environment.This unit applies to education support work in a variety of contexts and the work is to be undertaken with appropriate guidance, support and supervision by a nominated teacher or other education professional.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. Use a specified language to communicate with students, parents and other colleagues
  • 1.1 Listen to and speak in a specified Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander language with students, parents and colleagues
  • 1.2 Participate in sustained transactions using appropriate vocabulary and grammar for the purpose of gathering or providing information
2. Establish rapport and relationships to facilitate effective communication
  • 2.1 Establish, maintain and develop relationships by explaining issues or solving problems using appropriate and respectful language
  • 2.2 Build rapport with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students, parents or colleagues
  • 2.3 Clarify own role in professional relationship with students, parents and colleagues
3. Relay Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander experiences and concepts to other professionals
  • 3.1 Provide illustrations or examples of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander customs or concepts
  • 3.2 Use analogies to enhance meaning of cultural practices where there is no direct vocabulary available
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State Code National Code Title Type
J588 CHC30213 Certificate III in Education Support Qualification