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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Determine aims and objectives of program and target audience
   • Target audience is identified from community sector involved in waste production.
   • Waste strategy is reviewed to identify outcomes and educational requirements.
   • Aims and objectives are specified for educational programs.
2. Develop program
   • The kind of program is determined to meet the needs of the target group and the waste strategy.
   • Resources to implement the program are determined and obtained to achieve objectives within budget.
   • The content and delivery method for the program is determined within budget to maximise impact.
   • Cost-effective support materials are prepared that are relevant to the target group and the subject.
   • A trial of the program is conducted to ensure effectiveness in achieving required outcomes.
   • Relevant program materials are produced or procured in sufficient quantities to meet identified needs.
3. Implement program
   • Constraints to implementing the program are identified to enable program success to be maximised during implementation.
   • The program is coordinated to reach the target audience within budget.
4. Monitor and review effectiveness of program
   • Performance measures are determined that allow assessment of changes in waste practices or attitudes.
   • Relevant changes in waste practices and attitudes are measured objectively.
   • The need for intervention to make timely and relevant adjustments to ongoing programs is determined.
   • Information on educational program performance is made available to interested parties to ensure new strategies and programs are based on up to date knowledge and experiences.

Required Skills

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

Required Skills

marketing presenting budgeting analysing qualitative and quantitative research

Required Knowledge

psychology of human behaviour recycling systems education principles reuse of materials relevant educational equipment and technology marketing principles

Evidence Required

Overview of assessment requirements	A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated For example knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered	Adequate resources are obtained Realistic aims and objectives are defined Program is implemented within budget Effectiveness of program is reviewed
Context of assessment	On the job or in a simulated workplace environment
Method of assessment	The following assessment methods are suggested observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies written andor oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding completing workplace documentation thirdparty reports from experienced practitioners completion of selfpaced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer coach or supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance	Evidence will need to be collected over time across a range of variables
Resource implications	Access to a workplace or simulated case study that encompasses consultation with community groups access to communication materials such as videotapes displays and pamphlets access to relevant source material and personnel

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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. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Materials and resources may include:	videotapes displays pamphlets trainers experts signage multilingual information
Programs may include:	incentives penalties education resident or rate payer participation community groups business groups

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