Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
This qualification covers workers who are operational in a range of Population Health projects/programs. Workers at this qualification level apply competencies within routines, methods and procedures where discretion and judgement would be required under very broad guidance in the fulfilment of work likely to be allocated by a Population Health professional. These workers may be responsible for limited organisation of the work of others.
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Occupational titles for these workers may include:
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Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
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PACKAGING RULES 18 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including:
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
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Core units
CHCAD603A Provide systems advocacy services
CHCCD619B Establish and maintain community , government and business partnerships
CHCORG405D Maintain an effective work environment
HLTOHS401A Maintain workplace OHS processes
HLTPOP501C Apply a population health framework
HLTPOP502C Work with the community to identify health needs
HLTPOP503C Plan a population health project
HLTPOP504C Evaluate a population health project
HLTPOP505C Build capacity to promote health
The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice
All workers undertaking work in health need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Health Training Package.
Group A electives - recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
Where work involves a specific focus on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or culturally diverse clients or communities, one or both of the following electives is recommended:
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co -workers
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander people
Group B electives - at least 5 units required
At least 5 electives are to be selected from the following units.
CHCCD402A Develop and provide community education projects
CHCCD413D Work within specific communities
CHCNET402A Establish and maintain effective networks
CHCPOL301B Participate in policy development
CHCPOL403B Undertake research activities
CHCPROM401B Share health information
CUFWRT301A Write content for a range of media
CUFWRT403A Write narration and current affairs material
HLTPOP322C Implement a disaster plan
HLTPOP401C Maintain a population health database
HLTPOP402C Assess readiness for and effect behaviour change
HLTPOP403C Provide information on smoking and smoking cessation
HLTPOP404C Provide interventions to clients who are nicotine dependent
HLTPOP405C Use media to disseminate information
HLTPOP406C Utilise an interpreter
HLTPOP407C Develop population health competencies in other people
HLTPOP409C Identify pest control strategies
HLTPOP412C Develop a plan of action to address land care issues in the community (Note pre-requ: HLTPOP311C)
LGAEHRW505B Implement strategies to minimise the impact of waste on the environment
PSPPM402B Manage simple projects
RTD4802A Develop approaches to include cultural and human diversity
Other relevant electives
Electives are to be selected in line with the specified Packaging Rules. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address identified workplace needs.
Selection from the following list is recommended.
CHCAC318B Work effectively with older people
CHCAOD402B Work effectively in the alcohol and other drugs sector
CHCCD412B Work within a community development framework
CHCCD505D Develop community resources
CHCCD508C Support community action
CHCCD509C Support community leadership
CHCCD514A Implement community development strategies
CHCCH301B Work effectively in social housing
CHCCOM403A Use targeted communication skills to build relationships
CHCCOM504A Develop , implement and promote effective workplace communication
CHCCS403B Provide brief intervention
CHCDIS301B Work effectively with people with a disability
CHCGROUP403D Plan and conduct group activities
CHCLLN403A Identify clients with language , literacy and numeracy needs and respond effectively
CHCMH301B Work effectively in mental health
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CHCMH411A Work with people with mental health issues
CHCORG423B Maintain quality service delivery
CHCORG529B Provide coaching and motivation
CHCORG620C Promote and represent the service
CHCORG621C Act as a resource to other services
CHCORG627B Provide mentoring support to colleagues
CHCTC302A Provide client -centred telephone counselling
LGACOM407B Manage finances within a budget
LGACOM503B Prepare a budget
Oral health electives
CHCOHC303A Use basic oral health screening tools
CHCOHC401A Inform and encourage clients and groups to understand and achieve good oral health
CHCOHC402A Support clients and groups to learn practical aspects of oral health care
CHCOHC404A Recognise and respond to signs and symptoms that may indicate oral health issues
