• LGAEHRH604B - Develop and implement environmental health education promotion and awareness strategies

Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

LGAEHRH604B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Develop and implement environmental health education promotion and awareness strategies

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency LGAEHRH604B - Develop and implement environmental health education promotion and awareness strategies
Description This unit covers the development and delivery of environmental health awareness programs.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit supports the attainment of skills and knowledge required for competent workplace performance in councils of all sizes. Knowledge of the legislation and regulations within which councils must operate is essential. The unique nature of councils, as a tier of government directed by elected members and reflecting the needs of local communities, must be appropriately reflected.
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: Develop environmental health education, promotion and awareness strategies
  • Goals and objectives for health education, promotion and awareness are established.
  • Information to assist in health needs analysis is identified, researched and collated.
  • Health surveys that identify public health needs are developed.
  • Existing services and strategies are reviewed and evaluated to ensure relevance.
  • Community networks are established and maintained to ensure broad exposure to local development needs.
       
Element: Implement environmental health education, promotion and awareness strategies
  • Appropriate health education, promotion and awareness programs are developed based on community development needs and in accordance with council policy.
  • Programs are implemented using appropriate educational, promotional and awareness activities.
  • Health education, promotion and awareness programs are monitored and evaluated to assess performance against goals and objectives of the program.
       
Element: Undertake entrepreneurial programs
  • The opportunity for an entrepreneurial program is identified from the market place.
  • The viability of a program is assessed by internal and external consultation.
  • Reports are prepared for council with recommendations and supporting information.
  • The program is implemented and monitored to ensure objectives are met within budget, resources and time limitations.
  • The program is reviewed and assessed using consumer response and internal audits.
       
Element: Develop environmental health education, promotion and awareness strategies
  • Goals and objectives for health education, promotion and awareness are established.
  • Information to assist in health needs analysis is identified, researched and collated.
  • Health surveys that identify public health needs are developed.
  • Existing services and strategies are reviewed and evaluated to ensure relevance.
  • Community networks are established and maintained to ensure broad exposure to local development needs.
       
Element: Implement environmental health education, promotion and awareness strategies
  • Appropriate health education, promotion and awareness programs are developed based on community development needs and in accordance with council policy.
  • Programs are implemented using appropriate educational, promotional and awareness activities.
  • Health education, promotion and awareness programs are monitored and evaluated to assess performance against goals and objectives of the program.
       
Element: Undertake entrepreneurial programs
  • The opportunity for an entrepreneurial program is identified from the market place.
  • The viability of a program is assessed by internal and external consultation.
  • Reports are prepared for council with recommendations and supporting information.
  • The program is implemented and monitored to ensure objectives are met within budget, resources and time limitations.
  • The program is reviewed and assessed using consumer response and internal audits.
       


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.

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

Goals and objectives of programs are achieved.

Context of assessment

On the job or in a simulated work 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 and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completing workplace documentation

third-party reports from experienced practitioners

completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

Competency must be demonstrated in all Elements across a range of variables relevant to council's size, location and strategic plan.

Resource implications

Access to a workplace or simulated case study that provides relevant equipment and materials such as videotapes and pamphlets.

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.

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

Required Skills

program planning

consulting with public

budget management

presenting to public

Required Knowledge

council structure, services and relevant policies

health services

health education policy

promotional strategies

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.

Public health needs may include special requirements of:

ethnic or minority groups

demographic groups

Promotion programs may include:

immunisation

nutrition

smoking

sun smart

mosquito control

sexually transmitted diseases

council

public health plan

public health policy

personal skill development

community action strengthening

supportive environments

reorienting services

behavioural and environmental adaptation

community development

Entrepreneurial programs may include:

videotapes

slide tapes

hard copy

pamphlets

books

software

badges

ties

stickers

professional consultancy

Viability may include:

profit or loss

break-even

community value

Internal and external consultation may include:

staff

councillors

schools

police

experts

community

parents

funding organisations

relevant agencies, including welfare agencies

regional groups

hospitals

medical institutes

church groups

industry and professional expertise

government departments

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
Goals and objectives for health education, promotion and awareness are established. 
Information to assist in health needs analysis is identified, researched and collated. 
Health surveys that identify public health needs are developed. 
Existing services and strategies are reviewed and evaluated to ensure relevance. 
Community networks are established and maintained to ensure broad exposure to local development needs. 
Appropriate health education, promotion and awareness programs are developed based on community development needs and in accordance with council policy. 
Programs are implemented using appropriate educational, promotional and awareness activities. 
Health education, promotion and awareness programs are monitored and evaluated to assess performance against goals and objectives of the program. 
The opportunity for an entrepreneurial program is identified from the market place. 
The viability of a program is assessed by internal and external consultation. 
Reports are prepared for council with recommendations and supporting information. 
The program is implemented and monitored to ensure objectives are met within budget, resources and time limitations. 
The program is reviewed and assessed using consumer response and internal audits. 
Goals and objectives for health education, promotion and awareness are established. 
Information to assist in health needs analysis is identified, researched and collated. 
Health surveys that identify public health needs are developed. 
Existing services and strategies are reviewed and evaluated to ensure relevance. 
Community networks are established and maintained to ensure broad exposure to local development needs. 
Appropriate health education, promotion and awareness programs are developed based on community development needs and in accordance with council policy. 
Programs are implemented using appropriate educational, promotional and awareness activities. 
Health education, promotion and awareness programs are monitored and evaluated to assess performance against goals and objectives of the program. 
The opportunity for an entrepreneurial program is identified from the market place. 
The viability of a program is assessed by internal and external consultation. 
Reports are prepared for council with recommendations and supporting information. 
The program is implemented and monitored to ensure objectives are met within budget, resources and time limitations. 
The program is reviewed and assessed using consumer response and internal audits. 

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