Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners
HLTDA413B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Implement an oral hygiene program for older people
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
Qualification | - |
Unit of Competency | HLTDA413B - Implement an oral hygiene program for older people |
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Description | This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to promote oral health for older persons. The experience of pain and problems with eating and chewing can adversely affect people's daily lives, self-esteem and well-beingThis unit acknowledges the interrelationship between oral health and general health which is especially pronounced among older peopleAll procedures are carried out in accordance with occupational health and safety policies and procedures, current infection control guidelines, Australian and New Zealand Standards, State/Territory legislative requirements and organisation policy | ||
Employability Skills | This unit contains Employability Skills | ||
Learning Outcomes and Application | This unit applies to dental assistants and to other health care workers who are actively involved in promoting the general well-being of older clients through the promotion of healthy eating habits and good oral health | ||
Duration and Setting | X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting. |
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Prerequisites/co-requisites | Pre-requisite unitsThis unit must be assessed after successful achievement of pre-requisites:HLTAMBFC301C Communicate with clients and colleagues to support health careHLTDA407C Implement an individualised oral hygiene program | ||
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 | |
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Elements of Competency | Performance Criteria | |||||||
Element: Assess the oral health needs of an older person |
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Element: Provide support for the maintenance of oral hygiene for older persons |
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Element: Implement practical solutions to promote oral health |
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Element: Maintain oral health of persons in residential aged care |
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