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Provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder

Provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder

Unit of competency
National Code
CHCEDS434A
State Code
D8568
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
04/08/2011
Field of Education
070113 - Teacher Education: Special Education
Original Release Date
04/08/2011
Nominal Hours
45
Description
DescriptorThis unit deals with the competency requirements for education support workers to provide support to students who have education needs associated with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD)Education support personnel who support teachers play an important role in assisting these students to participate in their learning activities and a range of other school activities
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Apply basic knowledge of autism spectrum disorder
  • 1.1 Demonstrate an understanding of the historical context and current research relating to autism spectrum disorder
  • 1.2 Demonstrate understanding of processes of establishing a diagnosis of ASD
  • 1.3 Work with a demonstrated understanding of the difficulties experienced by students with ASD
2. Identify the effects of ASD on student development and learning
  • 2.1 Communicate the effects of ASD on student development and learning
  • 2.2 Identify the implications of ASD on effective teaching and learning practices
3. Provide support to students with ASD
  • 3.1 Assist the student with ASD as part of the education team
  • 3.2 Work as a team member to implement education programs
  • 3.3 Influence social interactions with other students and staff
4. Provide support to teachers of students with ASD
  • 4.1 Contribute to goal setting for the student as part of the education team
  • 4.2 Support theteaching strategies used by the teacher
  • 4.3 Identify, maintain, prepare and use suitable resources for students with ASD
  • 4.4 Take appropriate steps, if required, to maintain personal safety of self and others
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D2448 CHCEDS414A Support students with autism spectrum disorder Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WG800 CHCEDS031 Provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder Unit of competency
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