Unit of competency Outline
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Develop and implement policy
Develop and implement policy
Unit of competency
National Code
CHCPOL002
CHCPOL002
State Code
AVB51
AVB51
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/01/2016
Field of Education
080313 - Public And Health Care Administration
Original Release Date
22/01/2016
Nominal Hours
75
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to research, develop and implement new policy initiatives.This unit applies to workers who are directly responsible for driving new policy directives across a business unit, team or service.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. Research new policy initiatives
- 1.1 Evaluate existing policies to determine their currency and relevance1.2 Evaluate current policy trends and their impact on policy development1.3 Complete research and consultation in accordance with organisation policies and procedures1.4 Facilitate open constructive discussion about policy issues and their possible resolution
2. Draft policies
- 2.1 Select and use policy formats and structures suited to policy users2.2 Draft policies that reflect the culture, values and objectives of the organisation2.3 Clearly and logically articulate policy requirements and other information that supports policy statements2.4 Develop plans for policy resourcing, implementation and review
3. Test draft policies
- 3.1 Develop and implement consultation mechanisms for draft policies3.2 Identify policy implementation issues with key stakeholders3.3 Modify draft policies according to outcomes of consultation3.4 Give sufficient notice to those affected by policy changes
4. Develop policy proposals
- 4.1 Prepare policy materials that support implementation and facilitate stakeholder understanding and acceptance of changes 4.2 Present policy proposals to decision-makers according to organisation requirements4.3 Seek and gain formal approval according to organisation requirements
5. Implement and review policies
- 5.1 Develop policy implementation plan that maximises impact of new and revised policies5.2 Develop and use strategies that facilitate wide promotion and dissemination of policy information 5.3 Implement evaluation plan to ensure ongoing review of policies5.4 Review policies in accordance with organisation policies and procedures5.5 Obtain and respond to stakeholder feedback during marketing, promotion and implementation of policies and use learning to inform further review of policies
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D2665 | CHCPOL504B | Develop and implement policy | Unit of competency |