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 CHCFAM505B, 'Operate in a family law environment'.
- Google Links
- links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
- Books
- Reference books for 'Operate in a family law environment' 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 | |
1. Conduct assessment | 1.1 Assess and determine specific client needs in line with identified requirements in family law context 1.2 Engage both voluntary and involuntary clients using appropriate strategies and techniques 1.3 Assess and interview using child focused practices 1.4 Explain the family law system including Family Court processes and requirements to clients as required of job role 1.5 Respond to distressed clients in a non-judgemental and empathic manner 1.6 Actively provide options where appropriate for clients seeking preventative support for relationship issues 1.7 Actively provide referral options where appropriate for clients seeking post separation services |
2. Apply requirements and regulations of the Family Law Act to work practices within organisation context | 2.1 Act as an expert witness within specified job role 2.2 Prepare accurate reports according to organisation procedures and policy 2.3 Analyse information to determine best course of action 2.4 Observe and report where required by legislation and/or organisation policy 2.5 Document observations as required by organisation policy and/or relevant legislation 2.6 Identify the need to refer clients to legal practitioners to interpret and articulate court orders and legislation to ensure all parties are informed of legislative responsibilities and rights 2.7 Advocate in court within specified job role where required and appropriate |
3. Manage case work activities in the context of the family law environment | 3.1 Follow case work procedures according to established policies of the organisation and arising from legislative responsibilities and obligations where appropriate 3.2 Prepare case plans according to organisation guidelines 3.3 Research and identify appropriate support systems for clients 3.4 Provide information to clients about process of family law systems and available support options 3.5 Support clients' chosen course of action in relation to the family law system 3.6 Manage power imbalances in family group interactions with services 3.7 Follow procedures for filing and service of court documentation in accordance with legal requirements and only where appropriate within job role |
4. Work within a multidisciplinary team | 4.1 Identify and establish effective working relationships with other specialist staff in the Family Law system 4.2 Negotiate and liaise with other sections of the family law system 4.3 Promote cooperation with other professionals and encourage clients to use other professional resources where appropriate. |