• CHCCOM4B - Develop, implement and promote effective communication techniques

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CHCCOM4B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Develop, implement and promote effective communication techniques

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CHCCOM4B - Develop, implement and promote effective communication techniques
Description Applying higher level communication skills required for effective operation in the workplace.Applying higher level communication skills required for effective operation in the workplace
Employability Skills Not applicable.
Learning Outcomes and Application Not applicable.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
Slides
PPT
Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Contribute to the development of effective communication strategies
  • Strategies for internal and external dissemination of information are developed, promoted, implemented and reviewed as required to ensure individual and organisational effectiveness is maximised
  • In developing and implementing strategies special communication needs are addressed to avoid discrimination in the workplace
  • Channels of communication are established and reviewed regularly to ensure staff are informed of relevant information in a timely way
  • Coaching in effective communication is provided to staff as required
  • Negotiation and conflict resolution strategies are used where required to promote effective operation of the organisation
  • Issues are negotiated with key stakeholders, clients and staff in a way which leads to a mutually acceptable outcome
  • Relevant work related networks and relationships are maintained as required to ensure client needs and organisational objectives are met
  • All communication with clients and colleagues is appropriate to individual needs and the situation and promotes achievement of organisational objectives
       
Element: Represent the organisation to a range of groups
  • When participating in internal and external forums, presentations are relevant, appropriately researched and presented in a manner to promote the organisation, and adjusted to meet audience needs
  • Presentations are clear and sequential and delivered within a predetermined time and utilise appropriate media to enhance the presentation and address audience needs
  • Questions from the audience are responded to in a manner consistent with organisation standards
  • Differences in views are respected and considered in a way that values and encourages other's contributions
       
Element: Facilitate group discussions
  • Mechanisms which enhance effective group interactions are defined and implemented
  • Strategies which encourage all group members to participate are used routinely including seeking and acknowledging contributions from all members
  • Objectives and agendas for meetings and discussions are routinely set and followed
  • Relevant information is provided to groups as appropriate to facilitate outcomes
  • Evaluation of group communication strategies is undertaken to promote ongoing participation of all parties
  • The specific communication needs of individuals are identified and addressed
       
Element: Produce quality written materials
  • Writing is succinct and clear and is presented in a logical and sequential way which matches the audience and the purpose of the document
  • Organisation guidelines and current accepted standards of writing which match the purpose are observed in producing all written documentation
  • Appropriate and timely advice to management and clients is prepared and provided as required
  • Where individual skill levels do not match workplace requirements, appropriate remedial action is taken, including seeking assistance and additional training
       
Element: Conduct interviews
  • In conducting interviews and formal discussions effort is applied to ensure that appropriate structures, timeframes and protocols are mutually agreed and adhered to
  • Effective questioning, speaking, listening and nonverbal communication techniques are used during discussions and interviews, to ensure the required information is accessed or message communicated
  • Feedback and advice is given in a way which reflects current identified good practice
  • The conduct of interviews and formal discussions shows due regard to individual differences, needs and rights
  • Appropriate grievance and counselling procedures are used to deal with problems of a serious nature
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Critical aspects of assessment:

Establishing and maintaining an appropriate network of clients

Incorporating the requirements of specific groups in all client service work

Essential knowledge:

Assess cultural communication protocol

Knowledge of different communication styles and techniques

Different interview techniques

Introduction to Social Research

Introduction to Study Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Group Processes

Interviewing Skills

Models and theories of crisis intervention

Returning to study

Research skills

Introduction to personal communication evaluation

Written communication

Oral communication

Essential skills:

Principles and practices of client service delivery

Effective workplace writing

Effective presentation techniques

Effective communication techniques

Operation of interview and other panels

Effective group management processes

Conflict resolution and negotiation

Capacity to work effectively with clients in crisis

Resource implications:

Access to appropriate workplace where assessment can take place or

Simulation of realistic workplace setting for assessment

Consistency in performance:

Assessment may include observations, questioning or evidence gathered from the workplace, including testimonials from clients and colleagues, etc.

Assessment is recommended to be conducted over more than one occasion and include communications with individuals and groups

Context of assessment:

This unit will be most appropriately assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace and under the normal range of workplace conditions.

Critical aspects of assessment:

Establishing and maintaining an appropriate network of clients

Incorporating the requirements of specific groups in all client service work

Essential knowledge:

Assess cultural communication protocol

Knowledge of different communication styles and techniques

Different interview techniques

Introduction to Social Research

Introduction to Study Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Group Processes

Interviewing Skills

Models and theories of crisis intervention

Returning to study

Research skills

Introduction to personal communication evaluation

Written communication

Oral communication

Essential skills:

Principles and practices of client service delivery

Effective workplace writing

Effective presentation techniques

Effective communication techniques

Operation of interview and other panels

Effective group management processes

Conflict resolution and negotiation

Capacity to work effectively with clients in crisis

Resource implications:

Access to appropriate workplace where assessment can take place or

Simulation of realistic workplace setting for assessment

Consistency in performance:

Assessment may include observations, questioning or evidence gathered from the workplace, including testimonials from clients and colleagues, etc.

Assessment is recommended to be conducted over more than one occasion and include communications with individuals and groups

Context of assessment:

This unit will be most appropriately assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace and under the normal range of workplace conditions.


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)


Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Not applicable.

Oral, written and non-verbal communication in the organisation can occur with:

Clients and stakeholders

Representatives of client groups or organisations

Members of the public

Managers and staff in own and other organisations

Private organisations and consultants

Academic institutions, public sector and community organisations

Colleagues in different locations, e.g. regional/central offices

Written communication can involve both handwriting and operation of word processing equipment. It may take the form of:

Case notes and reports

Minutes of meetings

Routine as well as complex reports

Proposals, project plans and spreadsheets

General internal and external correspondence

Speeches, journal articles and marketing materials

Instructions, procedures and policies

Oral communication can take the form of:

Seeking and conveying information

Consulting and advising

Formal and informal presentations to different audiences

Structured interviewing for selection or counselling purposes

Leading discussions and briefings

Negotiating

Chairing and participating in meetings

Conflict resolution

Coaching

Advocacy

On the job training

Clients are defined by the work of the organisation and can include:

Individual members of the public

Other organisations, community groups and individuals

Other work areas of the organization

Non verbal communication incorporates using:

Techniques of listening

Oral, written and non-verbal communication in the organisation can occur with:

Clients and stakeholders

Representatives of client groups or organisations

Members of the public

Managers and staff in own and other organisations

Private organisations and consultants

Academic institutions, public sector and community organisations

Colleagues in different locations, e.g. regional/central offices

Written communication can involve both handwriting and operation of word processing equipment. It may take the form of:

Case notes and reports

Minutes of meetings

Routine as well as complex reports

Proposals, project plans and spreadsheets

General internal and external correspondence

Speeches, journal articles and marketing materials

Instructions, procedures and policies

Oral communication can take the form of:

Seeking and conveying information

Consulting and advising

Formal and informal presentations to different audiences

Structured interviewing for selection or counselling purposes

Leading discussions and briefings

Negotiating

Chairing and participating in meetings

Conflict resolution

Coaching

Advocacy

On the job training

Clients are defined by the work of the organisation and can include:

Individual members of the public

Other organisations, community groups and individuals

Other work areas of the organization

Non verbal communication incorporates using:

Techniques of listening

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Strategies for internal and external dissemination of information are developed, promoted, implemented and reviewed as required to ensure individual and organisational effectiveness is maximised 
In developing and implementing strategies special communication needs are addressed to avoid discrimination in the workplace 
Channels of communication are established and reviewed regularly to ensure staff are informed of relevant information in a timely way 
Coaching in effective communication is provided to staff as required 
Negotiation and conflict resolution strategies are used where required to promote effective operation of the organisation 
Issues are negotiated with key stakeholders, clients and staff in a way which leads to a mutually acceptable outcome 
Relevant work related networks and relationships are maintained as required to ensure client needs and organisational objectives are met 
All communication with clients and colleagues is appropriate to individual needs and the situation and promotes achievement of organisational objectives 
When participating in internal and external forums, presentations are relevant, appropriately researched and presented in a manner to promote the organisation, and adjusted to meet audience needs 
Presentations are clear and sequential and delivered within a predetermined time and utilise appropriate media to enhance the presentation and address audience needs 
Questions from the audience are responded to in a manner consistent with organisation standards 
Differences in views are respected and considered in a way that values and encourages other's contributions 
Mechanisms which enhance effective group interactions are defined and implemented 
Strategies which encourage all group members to participate are used routinely including seeking and acknowledging contributions from all members 
Objectives and agendas for meetings and discussions are routinely set and followed 
Relevant information is provided to groups as appropriate to facilitate outcomes 
Evaluation of group communication strategies is undertaken to promote ongoing participation of all parties 
The specific communication needs of individuals are identified and addressed 
Writing is succinct and clear and is presented in a logical and sequential way which matches the audience and the purpose of the document 
Organisation guidelines and current accepted standards of writing which match the purpose are observed in producing all written documentation 
Appropriate and timely advice to management and clients is prepared and provided as required 
Where individual skill levels do not match workplace requirements, appropriate remedial action is taken, including seeking assistance and additional training 
In conducting interviews and formal discussions effort is applied to ensure that appropriate structures, timeframes and protocols are mutually agreed and adhered to 
Effective questioning, speaking, listening and nonverbal communication techniques are used during discussions and interviews, to ensure the required information is accessed or message communicated 
Feedback and advice is given in a way which reflects current identified good practice 
The conduct of interviews and formal discussions shows due regard to individual differences, needs and rights 
Appropriate grievance and counselling procedures are used to deal with problems of a serious nature 

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