Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 4 |
Units of competency updated (see mapping at www.cshisc.com.au). Equivalent outcome. |
Release 3 |
Added Companion Volumes link. Equivalent outcome |
Release 2 |
Corrections to errors and changes to formatting to improve readability. Equivalent outcome. |
Release 1 |
This version was released in HLT Health Training Package release 1.0 and meets the requirements of the New Standards for Training Packages. |
Skill Set Description
This skill set provides a set of skills for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and other health professionals to specialise in the provision of smoking cessation strategies for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities.
Units
CHCCCS014 Provide brief interventions
HLTPOP014 Assess readiness for and effect behaviour change
HLTPOP015 Provide information on smoking and smoking cessation
HLTPOP016 Provide interventions to clients who are nicotine dependent
Pathways Information
These units may provide credit towards a range of qualifications in the health and community sectors
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certificate requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Skill Set Requirements
This skill set has been endorsed by industry as appropriate for people who hold a community services or health qualification at Certificate III level or higher or commensurate industry skills as evaluated through recognition of prior learning processes.
Target Group
This skill set provides a pathway for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and other health professionals to specialise in the provision of smoking cessation strategies for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities.
Application of this skill set is only appropriate under the supervision of a relevant health professional and as a member of a health care team.
Suggest words for Statement of Attainment
This skill set meets industry requirements for smoking cessation strategies.