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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare for delivery of a speech pathology program
  2. Conduct speech pathology program according to identified goals and methods under supervision of a speech pathologist
  3. Develop activities to support a speech pathology program under the direction of a speech pathologist
  4. Clean and store equipment
  5. Document client information

Required Skills

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

This includes knowledge of

Basic level of understanding of normal speech and language processes across the lifespan

Basic level of understanding regarding the range of communication disorders affecting areas of

speech articulation phonology

expressive and receptive language

reading and writing

pragmatics

fluency

voice

cognitive skills memory attention new learning problem solving

General understanding of communication disorders that may arise from

congenital abnormalities

developmental delay

acquired injury and disease

degenerative disease

Basic understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the body systems pertaining to structures and systems affecting communication

OHS policies and procedures that relate to the allied health assistants role in implementing speech pathology programs

Essential skills

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to

Follow a program developed by a speech pathologist

Work with a client for speechlanguage therapeutic outcomes

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

This includes the ability to

Work under direct and indirect supervision

Demonstrate flexibility to adapt to changes in schedule where necessary

Communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers

Identify issues beyond the scope of role and responsibilities and seek assistance as appropriate

Demonstrate time management personal organisation skills and establishing priorities

Evidence Required

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 competency unit


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

Observation of workplace performance is essential for assessment of this unit

Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace

Where for reasons of safety space or access to equipment and resources assessment takes place away from the workplace the assessment environment should represent workplace conditions as closely as possible

Access and equity considerations

All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity 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 health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities workers should be aware of cultural historical and current issues impacting on health of 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 health of Aboriginal andor Torres Strait Islander clients and communities

Context of and specific resources for assessment


Assessment must be completed in the workplace

Relevant guidelines standards and procedures

Supervision from a speech pathologist

Resources essential for assessment include

clients

materials and equipment

documentation

Method of assessment

Observation of some applications in the work place as is appropriatepossible

Written assignmentsprojects or questioning should be used to assess knowledge

Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice

Skills involving direct client care are to be assessed initially in a simulated setting eg laboratory If successful a second assessment is to be conducted during workplace application under direct supervision


Range Statement

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Supervision refers to:

Instructing, advising, and monitoring another person in order to ensure safe and effective performance in carrying out the duties of their position

The nature of supervision is flexible and may be conducted by various means including:

in person and

through use of electronic communications media such as telephone or video conferencing, where necessary

Frequency of supervision will be determined by factors such as:

the task maturity of the person in that position or clinical placement

the need to review and assess client conditions and progress in order to establish or alter treatment plans in case of students and assistants

the need to correct and develop non clinical aspects such as time management, organisation requirements, communication skills, and other factors supporting the provision of clinical care and working within a team

A person under supervision does not require direct (immediate) and continuous personal interaction, but the method and frequency will be determined by factors outlined above

Information may include:

Client care plan

Exercise plan

Client treatment plan

Allied health professional instructions

Client record

Checklists

Case notes

Other forms according to procedures of the organisation

Programs may include but are not limited to:

Language - to develop or recover words and concepts to express meaning and understand spoken and written language

Phonological/articulatory - development or recovery of patterns and systems of speech sound and motor skills for production of speech

Social communication - development and recovery of social communication skills and appropriate pragmatics

Cognitive skills - development and training of skills in memory, attention and problem solving

Clients may include:

Adults

Children and young people

Older people

Methods and therapeutic techniques may include:

Modelling

Facilitation

Elicitation

Generalising

Reinforcing

Prompting and cueing