Diploma of Community Services RPL Workshop CHC52015

This workshop is one part of a process to obtain your Diploma of Community Services through recogntion of prior learning (RPL). This is for people with at least two years experience in a leadership or management role.

What is an RPL workshop?

In the RPL process you demonstrate that you already have the skills and knowledge outlined in the requirements of a qualification or set of units, and are granted the qualification as a result of this. CCWT uses a workshop approach to RPL. In the workshop you will take part in group discussions, group projects, role plays, case scenarios and complete individual written tasks. CCWT have been using this approach as, in a sector where job turn over can be quite fast, it can be hard to gather together enough documentation to prove your skills and work experiences.

Is there work to do outside of the workshop?

Yes there is. The two days of the workshop cover the eight core units of the Diploma. There are about 4 hours of homework tasks to do in the workplace as well for the core units. Then you need to complete 8 elective units. How you do this depends on your choice of units, but often a workplace visit by your assessor or a series of Skype conversations is part of the process.

Who is eligible for the workshop?

As you have to be able to prove existing skills, you will generally have a minimum of two years experience in the sector. These do not all have to be in the one work role. Prior to being accepted into the workshop you will complete a self assessment that will give you some guidance as to whether this RPL workshop is for you.

What units will be covered?

The core units covered in the workshop are:
CHCCCS007 Develop and implement service programs
CHCCOM003 Develop workplace communication strategies
CHCDEV002 Analyse impacts of sociological factors on clients in community work and services
CHCDIV003 Manage and promote diversity
CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance
CHCMGT005 Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes
CHCPRTP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
HLTWHS004 Manage work health and safety

There are two specialisations in the elective units, or you can complete your choice of eight electives from a long list that suit your work role.
One elective is in Case Management and you need to complete 4 of the following 5 units:
CHCCCS004 Assess co-existing needs
CHCCSM004 Coordinate complex case requirements
CHCCSM005 Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management
CHCCSM006 Provide case management supervision
CHCCSM007 Undertake case management in a child protection framework
and four other units of your choice

The second elective is in Statutory and Forensic Child, Youth and Family Welfare and you must complete all of:
CHCCCS004 Assess co-existing needs
CHCCSL001 Establish and confirm the counselling relationship
CHCCSM005 Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management
CHCCDE011 Implement community development strategies
CHCDEV001 Confirm client developmental status
CHCMHS003 Implement trauma informed care
CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
CHCPRT003 Work collaboratively to maintain an environment safe for chidlren and young people

How do I find out more?

To find out more about the qualification click on the Apply Now button below and you will be emailed further information. Or email assessment@acwa.asn.au