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Provide parenting, health and well-being education

Provide parenting, health and well-being education

Unit of competency
National Code
CHCEDU009
State Code
AWB06
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
08/12/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/05/2016
Field of Education
090515 - Welfare Studies
Original Release Date
04/05/2016
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify client needs and provide education in a small group or one to one setting regarding effective parenting behaviour, general health and well-being issues.This unit applies to individuals working with parents or families in diverse community services or health contexts. Workers at this level will be part of a professional team and under the guidance of a supervisor.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. Identify client priorities and interests
  • 1.1 Evaluate available information to determine nature of client education and support needs
  • 1.2 Investigate and confirm key issues of concern
  • 1.3 Determine stage in client decision to seek information or change
  • 1.4 Review current skills and expectations for skill development
  • 1.5 Develop strategies to match client educational needs
  • 1.6 Identify and organise resources required to support strategies
  • 1.7 Seek additional assistance and expertise as required
2. Communicate with clients about parenting, health and well-being
  • 2.1 Tailor information, and the way it is presented, to the specific needs of the group and the community
  • 2.2 Acknowledge and support client strengths
  • 2.3 Provide information on key knowledge and skill sets that support positive parenting, health and well-being and which aligns with current policy
  • 2.4 Provide information on factors that can impact on family capacity to function effectively
  • 2.5 Explore the interrelationships between different behaviours, attitudes and beliefs and their impact on family well-being
  • 2.6 Encourage clients to share experiences
  • 2.7 Conduct ongoing assessment of client skills, knowledge and attitudes
3. Support the practice of new behaviours
  • 3.1 Raise awareness of health and well-being issues with clients not contemplating change
  • 3.2 Encourage clients to develop active support networks and further development options
  • 3.3 Promote effective parenting techniques and healthy lifestyle habits
  • 3.4 Provide clear feedback to clients on progress in skill development
  • 3.5 Identify and respond to client difficulties in changing behaviours in a supportive way
  • 3.6 Identify issues that may require referral to professional support and discuss with the client
4. Communicate professional support services to clients
  • 4.1 Identify possible professional support services available to clients
  • 4.2 Provide information on referral pathways to professional support services
  • 4.3 Encourage clients to seek professional support if appropriate
5. Evaluate education support provided
  • 5.1 Seek feedback from clients regarding services provided
  • 5.2 Assess the success of support services in meeting objectives
  • 5.3 Identify potential improvements and integrate into future practice
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D2338 CHCCS414A Provide education and support on parenting, health and well being Unit of competency