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Plan and implement inclusion of children with additional needs

Plan and implement inclusion of children with additional needs

Unit of competency
National Code
CHCIC512A
State Code
D2560
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
11/09/2009
Field of Education
090103 - Policy Studies
Original Release Date
11/09/2009
Nominal Hours
40
Description
DescriptorThis unit describes the knowledge and skills required for workers who provide care for a range of children to identify children with additional needs and work with relevant others to plan and implement inclusion strategies that meet identified needs
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify children with additional needs
  • 1.1 Investigate child's behaviour and expressed emotions to identify an additional need
  • 1.2 Observe the particular child, identify and document needs for additional care and use to develop a plan of inclusion
  • 1.3 Discuss concerns with others to develop a clear understanding of a particular child's needs and use this information to plan
  • 1.4 Identify the cultural and language background and migration experiences of the child
2. Develop a plan for inclusion
  • 2.1 When developing a plan of inclusion, consider child's abilities, goals, interests, expectations and health status in the context of their cultural values, needs and requirements
  • 2.2 Develop plan in consultation with all those working with the child
  • 2.3 Identify parents' goals/expectations for their child and use when developing a plan of inclusion
  • 2.4 Seek parents' experience and practices as a resource
  • 2.5 Adapt service to meet child's needs within resource limitations
  • 2.6 If a child cannot be included immediately, communicate the reasons clearly
  • 2.7 Decide on a time to review the plan
  • 2.8 Seek additional resources as necessary
3. Implement strategies to meet the child's additional needs
  • 3.1 Support child's entry in the service
  • 3.2 Adjust level of support over time according to the child's needs
  • 3.3 Encourage others to adopt inclusive attitudes and practices
  • 3.4 Provide support to others to implement strategies
  • 3.5 Develop specific program initiatives to meet a child's needs
  • 3.6 Investigate and trial strategies that may address difficulties
  • 3.7 Implement strategies designed by a specialist according to directions
  • 3.8 Respond to the daily needs of children with additional needs, seeking assistance as required
4. Consult with others about ongoing issues that arise
  • 4.1 Share information about progress amongst all concerned
  • 4.2 Identify and discuss issues of concern
  • 4.3 Establish and maintain information exchange with parents or appropriate family/community members about the child's needs and care strategies
  • 4.4 Seek and gain parental permission prior to consulting with others regarding the child
  • 4.5 Ensure communication occurs within a culturally and linguistically responsive framework
5. Monitor and review strategies
  • 5.1 Closely monitor new strategies and any unexpected side effects in accordance with workplace practices
  • 5.2 Adapt to changes in the child's participation at the time
  • 5.3 Confront and resolve interruptions to the strategy being implemented
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S3164 CHCIC12C Plan for the inclusion of children with additional needs Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WG764 CHCECE021 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children Unit of competency