Unit of competency Outline
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Support students with English as a second language
Support students with English as a second language
Unit of competency
National Code
CHCEDS014
CHCEDS014
State Code
WG783
WG783
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/02/2014
Field of Education
070115 - English As A Second Language Teaching
Original Release Date
04/02/2014
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide support to students who have English as a second language (ESL).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. Facilitate communication between the student, the school and home
- 1.1 Provide assistance with interactions between the student, the school and the parent/carer/guardian
- 1.2 Identify communication barriers and organise the use of interpreters/translators when necessary, in consultation with teacher
2. Implement an English as a Second Language (ESL) support program
- 2.1 Provide an ESL support program as directed by the teacher or support service personnel
- 2.2 Implement ESL support according to program specifications and student needs
- 2.3 Provide individual support to ESL students
- 2.4 Perform ESL support tasks in classroom or group activities
- 2.5 Maintain student confidentiality according to program/school guidelines
- 2.6 Provide information to school staff and liaise with other professionals when required
3. Support student ESL program
- 3.1 Investigate and discuss factors affecting language acquisition, with the ESL specialist and/or classroom teacher
- 3.2 Identify and deal with cultural issues in a sensitive and appropriate manner
- 3.3 Advocate for the student as necessary
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D2437 | CHCEDS322A | Support students with English as a second language | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ODK27 | CHCEDS043 | Support students with English as an additional language | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWJ0 | CHC34015 | Certificate III in Active Volunteering | Qualification |
| J588 | CHC30213 | Certificate III in Education Support | Qualification |