Work holistically with families

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 CHCFAM515B, 'Work holistically with families'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Work holistically with families' 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. Plan and develop strategies for empowering healthy families

1.1 Demonstrate an understanding of relevant and current research based theoriesand models of families and interpersonal relationships and dynamics

1.2 Demonstrate an understanding of experiential learning models, theories, techniques and tools

1.3 Demonstrate a clear understanding of strengths and limitations of models, techniques and tools for use with family including contra-indications for use

2. Apply strategies for empowering healthy families in groups or with individual families

2.1 Demonstrate an understanding of the interplay of issues impacting on family members and the corresponding interplay and dynamics of inter-relational issues between family members

2.2 Provide evidence-based information about healthy family functioning

2.3 Model listening, respectful speaking, negotiating and problem solving skills

2.4 Facilitate experiential learning and practice for all family members in group or family settings

3. Facilitate group processes to support empowerment of healthy families

3.1 Recognise and respond to individual needs while maintaining family and group cohesion

3.2 Monitor interactions between family members and between individuals and the group to ensure full participation in learning activities to maximise learning outcomes

3.3 Respond appropriately to individuals and families displaying distress or concern in a manner that maximises safety and confidentiality for each individual

3.3 Demonstrate sensitivity toward social, cultural, religious, gender, age, socioeconomic, educational and family structure differences

4. Review changes in attitudes, knowledge and skills of participants and in family functioning

4.1 Progressively review and monitor outcomes and alter approach appropriately

4.2 Assess the impact on the family/group as a whole

4.3 Plan for the future and follow up as required


Qualifications and Skillsets

CHCFAM515B appears in the following qualifications:

  • CHC51908 - Diploma of Relationship Education
  • CHC51912 - Diploma of Relationship Education