Department of Training and
Workforce Development
Western Australia
RPL Assessment Tool Kit
CHC30708
Certificate III in Children’s Services
First published 2010
ISBN 978-1-74205-642-5
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Acknowledgements
This work has been produced with the assistance of funding provided by the Council of Australian Governments (COAG) National Reform Initiative (NRI).
This resource contains ‘Units of Competency’ from the CHC08 Community Services Training Package – CHC30708 Certificate III in Children’s Services, © Commonwealth of Australia 2007 Department of Education Science and Training (DEST), used under the AEShareNet-FfE licence.
Disclaimer
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this RPL Assessment Tool Kit, no guarantee can be given that all errors and omissions have been excluded. No responsibility for loss occasioned to any person acting or refraining from action as a result of the material in this RPL Assessment Tool Kit can be accepted by the Western Australian Department of Training and Workforce Development.
CHC30708 Certificate III in Children’s Services
RPL Assessment Tool Kit
Contents
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Assessment Tool Kit 7
Overview of the Recognition Process 9
PART 1 11
Section 1 – Assessor’s Information 11
Introduction 13
Explanation of RPL documents 14
Section 2 – List of competencies in this RPL Assessment Tool Kit 15
Qualification Rules 17
List of competencies in this RPL Assessment Tool Kit 19
Units of competency covered in this RPL Assessment Tool Kit 19
Section 3 – Interview Question Bank and Recording Sheets 21
Cluster 1 – OHS 23
Cluster 2 – Legislation 31
Cluster 3 – Interactions 35
Cluster 4 – Caring 39
Cluster 5 – Culture 45
Cluster 6 – Nutrition 49
Cluster 7 – Observing and planning 53
Cluster 8 – Families 61
Section 4 – Practical Tasks and Observation Recording Sheets 65
Practical tasks 67
Cluster 1 – OHS 69
Task 1 – Safety checklist 69
Instructions for the candidate 69
Demonstration/Observation Checklist 71
Instructions for the Assessor 71
Task 2 – Medication 75
Instructions for the candidate 75
Demonstration/Observation Checklist 77
Instructions for the Assessor 77
Cluster 2 – Legislation 81
Task 3 – Legal and ethical responsibilities 81
Instructions for the candidate 81
Demonstration/Observation Checklist 83
Instructions for the Assessor 83
Task 4 – Guide for responding to children at work 87
Instructions for the candidate 87
Demonstration/Observation Checklist 89
Instructions for the Assessor 89
Cluster 3 – Interactions 93
Task 5 – Setting up the environment 93
Instructions for the candidate 93
Demonstration/Observation Checklist 95
Instructions for the Assessor 95
Cluster 4 – Caring 99
Task 6 – Strategies for care of babies and children 99
Instructions for the candidate 99
Demonstration/Observation Checklist 101
Instructions for the Assessor 101
Cluster 5 – Culture 105
Task 7 – Inclusion plan 105
Instructions for the candidate 105
Demonstration/Observation Checklist 107
Instructions for the Assessor 107
Cluster 6 – Nutrition 111
Task 8 – Menu 111
Instructions for the candidate 111
Demonstration/Observation Checklist 113
Instructions for the Assessor 113
Cluster 7 – Observing and planning 117
Task 9 – Developmental experiences 117
Instructions for the candidate 117
Demonstration/Observation Checklist 119
Instructions for the Assessor 119
Cluster 8 – Families 123
Task 10 – Orientation for families 123
Instructions for the candidate 123
Demonstration/Observation Checklist 125
Instructions for the Assessor 125
PART 2 129
Section 5 – Candidate’s Information and Self-Evaluation Forms 129
What is Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)? 131
How to prepare for your RPL assessment 132
The four steps in the RPL assessment process 134
Candidate’s Information Form 137
Candidate’s Employment History Form 139
Candidate’s Self-Evaluation Form 141
Candidate’s Self-Evaluation for Cluster 1 – OHS 143
Candidate’s Self-Evaluation for Cluster 2 – Legislation 145
Candidate’s Self-Evaluation for Cluster 3 – Interactions 147
Candidate’s Self-Evaluation for Cluster 4 – Caring 149
Candidate’s Self-Evaluation for Cluster 5 – Culture 151
Candidate’s Self-Evaluation for Cluster 6 – Nutrition 155
Candidate’s Self-Evaluation for Cluster 7 – Observing and planning 157
Candidate’s Self-Evaluation for Cluster 8 – Families 159
Section 6 – Third Party Report and Supporting Documentation 161
Third Party Report 163
Supporting Documentation 165
Assessor’s Evidence Summary Sheet 175
Section 7 – Mapping of Assessment Tools 177
Mapping document for Cluster 1 179
Evidence Matrix 181
Mapping document for Cluster 2 195
Evidence Matrix 197
Mapping document for Cluster 3 207
Evidence Matrix 209
Mapping document for Cluster 4 219
Evidence Matrix 221
Mapping document for Cluster 5 235
Evidence Matrix 237
Mapping document for Cluster 6 243
Evidence Matrix 245
Mapping document for Cluster 7 251
Evidence Matrix 253
Mapping document for Cluster 8 269
Evidence Matrix 271
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CHC30708 Certificate III in Children’s Services
RPL Assessment Tool Kit
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Assessment Tool Kit
CHC30708 Certificate III in Children’s Services
This RPL Assessment Tool Kit has been developed by the Western Australian Department of Training and Workforce Development, in consultation with industry, as a resource to assist RPL Assessors by providing a set of quality assessment tools, which can be used to conduct whole-of-qualification RPL. This kit also contains information which can be provided to the candidate.
This kit should be customised to suit the needs of the candidate, employer/industry or Assessor and should reflect the purpose for which it is being used.
It is recommended that prior to using this kit for the first time, and after any modifications or contextualisation, this RPL Assessment Tool Kit be validated by the user to ensure it meets the required Australian Qualification Training Framework Standards (AQTF), relevant Training Package requirements and Registered Training Organisation (RTO) policies.
A task-based model for RPL
A process for RPL has been developed that promotes holistic, task-based assessment, and which focuses on relating assessment activities to actual job tasks. The intention of this model is to streamline and simplify recognition processes for prospective candidates. This RPL Assessment Tool Kit has been developed to support this task-based model.
The focus of the new streamlined holistic assessment process is to focus on demonstrated skills and knowledge and is not reliant on documentary evidence as the main source of evidence.
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Section 1 – Assessor’s Information
PART 1
Section 1
Assessor’s Information
It is important that you complete both Steps 2 (Interview/Questioning) and 3 (Practical Tasks) when completing RPL Assessment using this kit.
The RPL process is a streamlined process which does not rely solely on documentary evidence. It uses a combination of questioning, practical assessment and supporting evidence to provide evidence of the candidate’s competence.
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Introduction
Welcome to the CHC30708 Certificate III in Children’s Services.
This RPL Assessment Tool Kit contains supporting assessment materials for fifteen (15) units of competency – eleven (11) core units required for this qualification and four (4) elective units.
It is simply set out, with a covering comprehensive list of instructions at the front of each document, as well as covering instructions for each step of the process, as found in the notes for the Assessor, and notes for the candidate.
Included in this kit are the following documents:
· Assessor’s Information
· Explanation of RPL documents
· Qualification Rules and list of units of competency contained in this kit
· Units of competency separated into clusters for assessment
· Tool Kits for each cluster:
► Interview Question Bank and Recording Sheets
► Practical Tasks and Observation Recording Sheets
· Candidate’s Information
► Candidate’s Self-Evaluation Form (incorporating Third Party Verification)
· Mapping documents for all the units of competency included in this kit.
Explanation of RPL documents
a) Interview Question Bank and Recording Sheets (Section 3): The interview question bank is the second stage of the process, in which the Assessor and the candidate confirm the knowledge by discussing a series of questions. Each of these questions includes a series of Key Points, which may assist the Assessor in guiding the discussions.
b) Practical Tasks and Observation Recording Sheets (Section 4): These tools are designed to guide the Assessor and candidate through a workplace observation, proving the candidate’s ability to conduct the specific tasks and skills required for recognition of competence in the particular area.
c) Candidate’s Information and Self-Evaluation Forms (Section 5): This document is for the candidate to assess their suitability for RPL process, by asking them to consider each of the points and assessing their ability against the task. It has been broken into smaller skill groups, clustering like activities together to enable ease of completion. It is then reinforced by the candidate’s supervisor’s comments, both against tasks and as a summary for each group. This serves as third party validation of the candidate’s claims.
d) Third Party Report and Supporting Documentation (if applicable) (Section 6): Thethird party verification report is provided for referees, for example the supervisor, to confirm the candidate’s skills and experience in the qualification/occupation. This is particularly useful in addressing employability skill requirements. It is important to note that third party reports are not always available and it is recommended that Assessors use their professional judgement to determine if this is a requirement.
List of suggested supporting documentation (if applicable): A list of suggested industry specific evidence or supporting documentation (in addition to the generic documentation) is provided to assist the candidate in collecting evidence to support their application. Examples of your work history could include:
· Working with Children Check
· brief CV or work history
· certificates/results of assessment – universities, vendor training courses, inhouse courses, workshops, seminars, symposiums
· results/statements of attendance/certificates – club courses, eg first aid, officials, surf life saving
· diaries/task sheets/job sheets/logbooks
· hobbies/interests/special skills outside work
· references/letters from previous employers/supervisors
· emails, reports, records, statements that show communication with internal and external clients
· reports related to any work and/or matters relating to your role in a range of contexts and situations
· any other documentation that may demonstrate industry experience.
e) Mapping Document (Section 7): This tool demonstrates how each of the documents reflects the units of competency in the particular cluster.
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Qualification Rules
CHC30708 Certificate III in Children’s Services
The following information has been extracted from CHC08 Community Services Training Package.
This qualification covers workers who use organisation policies, procedures and individual children’s profiles to plan activities and provide care to children, facilitating their leisure and play, and enabling them to achieve their developmental outcomes. Depending on the setting, workers may work under direct supervision or autonomously.
Packaging rules
Fifteen (15) units must be selected for this qualification including:
· eleven (11) compulsory units of competency
· four (4) elective units of competency.
A wide range of elective units is available and may include:
· relevant electives listed for this qualification in the CHC08 Training Package – with some grouping to facilitate selection
· units of competency to address workplace requirements and packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in Community Services and/or Health Training Packages
· where appropriate, to address workplace requirements, units of competency packaged at this level or higher in other relevant Training Packages.
The CHC08 Community Services Training Package should be consulted for further information on the selection of electives.
Packaging is to focus on centre-based care, playgroup supervision, family day care or nanny work.
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List of competencies in this RPL Assessment Tool Kit
This section identifies the units contained in this kit.
Units of competency covered in this RPL Assessment Tool Kit
Cluster 1 – OHS
Unit Code / Unit Title / Core/ElectiveCHCCN301A / Ensure children’s health and safety / Core
HLTOHS300A / Contribute to OHS processes / Core
Cluster 2 – Legislation
Unit Code / Unit Title / Core/ElectiveCHCCS400A / Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework / Core
CHCCHILD401A / Identify and respond to children and young people at risk / Core
Cluster 3 – Interactions
Unit Code / Unit Title / Core/ElectiveCHCIC301D / Interact effectively with children / Core
CHCCHILD301A / Support behaviour of children and young people / Elective
Cluster 4 – Caring
Unit Code / Unit Title / Core/ElectiveCHCCN302A / Provide care for children / Core
CHCCN305A / Provide care for babies / Elective
Cluster 5 – Culture
Unit Code / Unit Title / Core/ElectiveCHCIC302A / Support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander families to participate in children’s services / Elective
Cluster 6 – Nutrition
Unit Code / Unit Title / Core/ElectiveCHCCN303A / Contribute to provision of nutritionally balanced food in a safe and hygienic manner / Core
Cluster 7 – Observing and planning
Unit Code / Unit Title / Core/ElectiveCHCFC301A / Support the development of children / Core
CHCPR303D / Develop understanding of children’s interests and developmental needs / Core
CHCPR301A / Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning / Core
Cluster 8 – Families
Unit Code / Unit Title / Core/ElectiveCHCRF301D / Work effectively with families to care for the child / Elective
Cluster 9 – First aid
Unit Code / Unit Title / Core/ElectiveHLTFA301B / Apply first aid / Core
The CHCO8 Training Package indicates that assessment of the unit HLTFA301B Apply first aid should be consistent with any specific workplace and/or relevant legislative requirement in relation to first aid, including state/territory requirements for currency.