Elements and Performance Criteria

The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Cultural plan may include:
group activities or games
dress
communication practices
language
types, styles and significance of artefacts
music
built and natural environment
Council personnel may include:
heritage planner
town planner
environmental officer
community service delivery staff
parks, gardens and road staff
library staff
supervisors and managers
recreation planners
Resources may include:
information
knowledge and skills
equipment and materials
facilities and buildings
transport
organisational structures
networks
access to decision makers
management support
personnel
money
Networks may include:
personal contacts
professional associations
business or industry association contacts
community groups
formal, informal, individual, group and organisational contacts

Overview of assessment requirements
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
The demonstrated ability to:
develop a community cultural plan
consult with other organizations and relevant community and council members to gain input to a cultural plan
develop operational strategies to successfully manage the implementation of a cultural plan
review the operations of a cultural plan and make appropriate adjustments to operations as required
Context of assessment
Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, with particular attention to the critical aspects and the knowledge and skills elaborated in the Evidence Guide, and within the scope of the Range Statement.
Assessment must take account of the endorsed Assessment Guidelines in the Local Government Training Package.
Assessment of performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken in an actual workplace or simulated environment.
Assessment should reinforce the integration of the key competencies for the particular AQF level. Refer to the key competency levels at the end of this unit.
Relationship to other units(prerequisite or co-requisite units)
To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence should be collected over a set period of time that is sufficient to include dealings with an appropriate range and variety of situations.
Resource implications
The learner and trainer should have access to appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace including access to a workplace or simulated case study that encompasses resources such as copies of relevant legislation and council policies and procedures.