Modification History
HLT07 Version 4 |
HLT07 Version 5 |
Comments |
HLTAH410B Support the development of speech and communication skills |
HLTAH410C - Support the development of speech and communication skills |
Unit updated in V5. ISC upgrade changes to remove references to old OHS legislation and replace with references to new WHS legislation. No change to competency outcome. |
Unit Descriptor
Descriptor |
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with the delivery of speech pathology programs designed to achieve and develop optimum independence in speech and communication skills |
Application of the Unit
Application |
Work performed requires a range of well developed skills where some discretion and judgment is required and individuals will take responsibility for their own outputs Allied Health Assistants operate within the scope of their defined roles and responsibilities and under supervision of an Allied Health Professional For training and assessment pathways, experience in workplace application of the skills and knowledge identified in this competency unit should be provided as required to support allied health professions |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Pre-requisite unit |
This unit must be assessed after successful achievement of pre-requisite units:
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Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
This unit contains Employability Skills |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements define the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
The Performance Criteria specify the level of performance required to demonstrate achievement of the Element. Terms in italics are elaborated in the Range Statement. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for delivery of a speech pathology program |
1.1 Obtain information about the program from the supervising speech pathologist 1.2 Confer with speech pathologist about any program ambiguities or requirements outside scope of role and responsibilities as defined by the organisation 1.3 Determine client availability according to organisation protocols 1.4 Determine need for interpreter where the client has English as a second language 1.5 Gather the equipment to deliver the speech pathology program, in line with client needs and specifications of the speech pathologist |
2. Conduct speech pathology program according to identified goals and methods under supervision of a speech pathologist |
2.1 Check, before commencing the program, that informed consent is obtained from the individual, or a third party where the individual is not in a position to provide this consent independently 2.2 Confirm the therapeutic outcomes defined in the program with the client and the speech pathologist 2.3 Carry out program activities using the methods as directed and detailed in the treatment plan and as designed by the speech pathologist 2.4 Use motivators that are appropriate to the age and communication ability of the client 2.5 Provide a level of stimulation that is appropriate to the age and communication ability of the client 2.6 Provide the client with sufficient time, opportunity and encouragement to practice existing and newly developed skills 2.7 Encourage the client to take advantage of planned and unplanned opportunities to integrate skills developed within the program into their daily activities 2.8 Take action in response to adverse reaction to the program according to the detailed risk management framework 2.9 Provide accurate and prompt feedback to the speech pathologist and where appropriate, the client's care team to support future planning |
3. Develop activities to support a speech pathology program under the direction of a speech pathologist |
3.1 Identify the communication goals to be achieved from the speech pathology plan as specified by the speech pathologist 3.2 Seek advice from speech pathologist where goals are not being met as expected 3.3 Develop activities, in liaison with the speech pathologist, that follow the identified hierarchy of tasks and skills needed to achieve speech pathology goals 3.4 Assist with the location or development of activities and materials appropriate to client's age and level of functioning 3.5 Confirm development work with a speech pathologist |
4. Clean and store equipment |
4.1 Clean any material and equipment according to manufacturers requirements 4.2 Store material and equipment according to manufacturers requirements and organisation protocols 4.3 Report equipment faults to appropriate person |
5. Document client information |
5.1 Use accepted protocols to document information relating to the speech pathology program in line with organisation requirements 5.2 Use appropriate terminology to document symptomatic expression of identified problems |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit. |
Essential knowledge: The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes knowledge of:
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Essential skills: It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to:
In addition, the candidate must be able to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes the ability to:
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit: |
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Access and equity considerations: |
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Context of and specific resources for assessment: |
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Method of assessment |
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts. |
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Supervision refers to: |
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Information may include: |
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Programs may include but are not limited to: |
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Clients may include: |
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Methods and therapeutic techniques may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable