ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Develop environmental health education, promotion and awareness strategies

1.1 Goals and objectives for health education, promotion and awareness are established.

1.2 Information to assist in health needs analysis is identified, researched and collated.

1.3 Health surveys that identify public health needs are developed.

1.4 Existing services and strategies are reviewed and evaluated to ensure relevance.

1.5 Community networks are established and maintained to ensure broad exposure to local development needs.

2. Implement environmental health education, promotion and awareness strategies

2.1 Appropriate health education, promotion and awareness programs are developed based on community development needs and in accordance with council policy.

2.2 Programs are implemented using appropriate educational, promotional and awareness activities.

2.3 Health education, promotion and awareness programs are monitored and evaluated to assess performance against goals and objectives of the program.

3. Undertake entrepreneurial programs

3.1 The opportunity for an entrepreneurial program is identified from the market place.

3.2 The viability of a program is assessed by internal and external consultation.

3.3 Reports are prepared for council with recommendations and supporting information.

3.4 The program is implemented and monitored to ensure objectives are met within budget, resources and time limitations.

3.5 The program is reviewed and assessed using consumer response and internal audits.

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

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.

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