Undertake home visits

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 HLTRAH302B, 'Undertake home visits'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Undertake home visits' 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 for home visit

1.1 Check that client is expecting and prepared for a home visit at the agreed time

1.2 Clarify purpose of home visit and history of client in relation to unexpected issues and needs

1.3 Prepare equipment, resources and/or documents required address purpose of home visit and contingencies

1.4 Allow time in schedule for contingencies

1.5 Check that entry to the home is ensured

1.6 Ensure co-worker(s) are aware of intended time and place of home visit and mobile contact details

2. Undertake home visit

2.1 Obtain entry to the home, check for hazards to own and others' health and safety and take action to control risk

2.2 Take standard precautions to control infection and, where required, take additional precautions

2.3 Demonstrate respect for the home and contents and sensitivity as a guest in the environment

2.4 Follow appropriate risk management practices when delivering services in an unfamiliar and potentially unsafe environment

3. Establish client relationship in the home

3.1 Communicate with client or resident to clarify purpose of visit and confirm client acceptance

3.2 Provide opportunity for client to identify and express any issues or concerns in relation to the home visit and/or associated matters

3.3 Provide appropriate support and information within scope of own work role and record and report relevant health issues or concerns promptly to appropriate person

3.4 Deal with difficult or challenging behaviour promptly, firmly and diplomatically in accordance with relevant policies and procedures

4. Follow up home visit

4.1 Document all aspects of the home visit in line with organisation policies and procedures

4.2 Promptly report and refer any areas of concern to an appropriate authority

4.3 Ensure any arrangements for follow up visits are recorded and implemented


Qualifications and Skillsets

HLTRAH302B appears in the following qualifications:

  • CHC40608 - Certificate IV in Leisure and Health
  • CHC40908 - Certificate IV in Social Housing
  • CHC40508 - Certificate IV in Mental Health
  • CHC30208 - Certificate III in Aged Care
  • CHC30308 - Certificate III in Home and Community Care
  • HLT32607 - Certificate III in Pathology
  • HLT51607 - Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled/Division 2 nursing)
  • HLT51707 - Diploma of Reflexology
  • HLT41807 - Certificate IV in Pathology
  • HLT43407 - Certificate IV in Nursing (Enrolled/Division 2 nursing)
  • HLT42507 - Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance