This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Essential knowledge

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

These include knowledge of

Impact of colonisation on Aboriginal andor Torres Strait Islander people

Equity and diversity principles

Difference between cultural groups

Organisation policies and initiatives designed to support participation for Aboriginal andor Torres Strait Islander children and families

Antidiscrimination and stereotyping

Information sources for local Aboriginal andor Torres Strait Islander people where appropriate

Local protocols for interacting with Aboriginal andor Torres Strait Islander community where appropriate

Essential skills

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to

Interact in culturally appropriate ways with Aboriginal andor Torres Strait Islander people

Use a range of inclusive strategies that encourage engagement of Aboriginal andor Torres Strait Islander people and celebrate diversity

Use a range of strategies in consultation with the supervisor that encourage all children to develop crosscultural understanding and respect and that support and build selfesteem of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families

In addition the candidate must be able to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

These include the ability to

Use observation skills to be able to identify any additional approaches that may be provided to support participation

Communicate effectively to liaise between differing cultural contexts

Use a range of communication styles to suit differing audiences and purposes

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria Required Skills and Knowledge the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this unit of competency

The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills

This unit is most appropriately assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace setting under the normal range of workplace conditions

Assessment must demonstrate consistency of application of skills and knowledge described in this unit of competency

Access and equity considerations

All workers in community services should be aware of access equity and human rights issues in relation to their own area of work

All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment

In recognition of particular issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities workers should be aware of cultural historical and current issues impacting on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues in particular relating to factors impacting on Aboriginal andor Torres Strait Islander clients and communities

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit can be assessed independently however holistic assessment practice with other community services units of competency is encouraged

Resources required for assessment include access to relevant workplace or simulated realistic workplace setting where assessment may take place

Access to

organisations policies procedures and definition of workplace diversity

current Aboriginal andor Torres Strait Islander childrens profile and information where appropriate

current information on organisations diversity

current information on the diversity of immediate community

Method of assessment

Assessment may include observation questioning and evidence gathered from a workplace environment

Significant events may include:

Aspects of the environment may include:

Cultural identity refers to the relationship with:

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander historical issues may include:

Diversity may include:

Information may include:

Cultural diversity refers to:

Languages may include:

Approaches to student support outside of the childcare environment may include:

Community resources may include:

Culturally appropriate refers to:

Protocols may include:

Community members may include: