Unit of competency Outline

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Confirm client developmental status

Confirm client developmental status

Unit of competency
National Code
CHCLD415A
State Code
D2587
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
17/07/2014
Field of Education
090515 - Welfare Studies
Original Release Date
17/07/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
DescriptorThis unit describes a detailed knowledge of indicators of client status required to confirm the status of individual clients in preparation for service delivery in the context of community services work
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Apply knowledge of human development
  • 1.1 Observe and/or question the client appropriately to obtain information about client's developmental status
  • 1.2 Review any available documented information about the client's developmental status
  • 1.3 Apply knowledge of lifespan development theories to clarify client's development status
  • 1.4 Take into account the range of factors that may have impacted on appearance and behaviour of the client in relation to community services to be delivered
  • 1.5 Obtain information through observation and/or questioning to identify any actual or potential problems in relation to community services to be delivered
2. Check client's developmental status
  • 2.1 Use detailed knowledge of human development across the lifespan to check developmental status prior to delivering service
  • 2.2 Clarify suitability of community services being delivered in relation to client's developmental status
  • 2.3 Consult appropriate person to clarify implications and significance of client's developmental status in the case of uncertainty or limits on own capability or authority
  • 2.4 Where appropriate consult with the clients carer, family or significant other to gather relevant information
3. Identify developmental issues
  • 3.1 Identify a range of signs of developmental issues using standard methods and protocols
  • 3.2 Identify potential factors responsible for significant developmental issues
  • 3.3 Identify potential risk factors associated with developmental issues
  • 3.4 Recognise and refer potentially serious issues in line with organisation requirements
  • 3.5 Document developmental issues in line with organisation policies and procedures
4. Check for and respond appropriately to specific issues
  • 4.1 Check for any indications of issues requiring notification of authorities and report
  • 4.2 Check for any indications of other issues that may impact the provision of services and/or require referral
  • 4.3 Report and document as required by the organisation policies and procedures
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WG742 CHCDEV001 Confirm client developmental status Unit of competency