Formats and tools
- Unit Description
- Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
- Assessment Tool
- an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
- Assessment Template
- generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
- Assessment Matrix
- a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
- Wiki Markup
- mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
- Evidence Guide
- create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
- Competency Mapping Template
- Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
- Observation Checklist
- create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)
- Self Assessment Survey
- A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
- Moodle Outcomes
- Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
- Registered Training Organisations
- Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver AHCNSY101A, 'Support nursery work'.
- Google Links
- links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
- Books
- Reference books for 'Support nursery work' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for nursery work | 1.1. Required materials, tools and equipment are identified according to lists provided and/or supervisor's instructions. 1.2. Checks are conducted on all materials, tools and equipment, with insufficient or faulty items reported to the supervisor. 1.3. Techniques used when loading and unloading materials demonstrate correct manual handling, and minimise damage to the load and the vehicle. 1.4. Suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and checked prior to use. 1.5. Nursery support is provided according to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements and workplace information. 1.6. OHS hazards are identified and reported to the supervisor. |
2. Undertake nursery work as directed | 2.1. Instructions and directions provided by supervisor are followed, and clarification sought when necessary. 2.2. Nursery work is undertaken in a safe and environmentally appropriate manner according to nursery guidelines. 2.3. Interactions with other staff and customers are carried out in a positive and professional manner. 2.4. Nursery policy, procedures and OHS requirements in relation to workplace hygiene practices, handling and disposal of materials are observed. 2.5. Problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines are reported to supervisor. |
3. Store and stockpile materials | 3.1. Plant debris and waste material produced during nursery activities are stored according to supervisor's instructions. 3.2. Plant debris and waste materials are prepared and processed in an appropriate and safe manner according to supervisor's instructions. 3.3. Surplus materials are stockpiled for removal according to supervisor's instructions. 3.4. A clean and safe work site is maintained while completing nursery activities. |
4. Clean up on completion of nursery work | 4.1. Plants and materials are stored according to supervisor's instructions and OHS requirements. 4.2. Tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored according to manufacturer specifications and supervisor's instructions. 4.3. Work outcomes are reported to the supervisor. |