Assessor Resource
HLTAH412C
Assist and support the use of augmentative and alternative communication systems
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024
Work performed requires a range of well developed skills where some discretion and judgment is required and individuals will take responsibility for their own outputs
Allied Health Assistants operate within the scope of their defined roles and responsibilities and under supervision of an Allied Health Professional
For training and assessment pathways, experience in workplace application of the skills and knowledge identified in this competency unit should be provided as required to support allied health professions
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to support clients who use total communication systems, including the preparation of resources
Total communication refers to methods of communication that replace or supplement speech and handwriting
You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)