Unit of competency Outline

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Facilitate adult learning and development

Facilitate adult learning and development

Unit of competency
National Code
CHCCS427A
State Code
WB991
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
08/08/2014
Field of Education
070199 - Teacher Education, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
08/08/2014
Nominal Hours
35
Description
DescriptorThis unit describes the skills and knowledge required to facilitate individual learning by adults through a collaborative learning relationshipIdentifying which learners and learning contexts may benefit from individual learning forms part of this unitInterpersonal and communication skills to create the conditions necessary for effective individual learning and to advise, guide, support and respond to the needs of the individual learner, and so establish an appropriate relationship, are criticalThe unit provides the skills and knowledge to do this, and to work with a supervisor in facilitating adult learning and development
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify individual learning requirements
  • 1.1 In consultation with learner, identify needs and goals for individual learning in the learning area and discuss with relevant persons
  • 1.2 Consult with supervisor to identify appropriate individual learning techniques and processes and document them to support individual learning needs and goals
  • 1.3 Obtain organisational support for implementation, where relevant
2. Establish the learning relationship
  • 2.1 Identify individual's learning style, learner characteristics and abilities, and context for learning and discuss with supervisor
  • 2.2 Select or organise appropriate technique or process to facilitate individual learning and explain and discuss the basis of the technique or process with the individual learner
  • 2.3 Clarify and agree upon boundaries and expectations of the learning relationship
  • 2.4 Clarify additional support required in consultation with supervisor
  • 2.5 Develop and document individualised learning plan, and discuss with learner
3. Maintain and develop the learning relationship
  • 3.1 Prepare for each meeting or session
  • 3.2 Grow the relationship and sustain active participation using effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • 3.3 As planned with supervisor, develop structured learning activities to support and reinforce new learning, build on strengths and identify areas for further development
  • 3.4 Demonstrate leadership and motivational skills to enable the learner to take responsibility for learning, practising ethical behaviour at all times
  • 3.5 Observe learner cues and change approach where necessary to maintain momentum
  • 3.6 Acknowledge, respect and value individual differences and clients with particular needs
  • 3.7 Schedule regular meetings in consultation with both parties to monitor the effectiveness of the learning relationship
4. Close and evaluate the learning relationship
  • 4.1 Use tools and signals developed with supervisor to determine readiness for closure of individual learning relationship
  • 4.2 Carry out closure using appropriate interpersonal and communication skills
  • 4.3 Seek feedback from the learner on the outcomes achieved and the value of the relationship
  • 4.4 Evaluate whether the learning relationship met learning needs and goals
  • 4.5 Reflect on own performance in managing the relationship, identify areas for improvement and discuss with supervisor
  • 4.6 Document outcomes as required by the learning relationship
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WC858 CHCCS427B Facilitate adult learning and development Unit of competency