Skill set Outline
Date retreived
24/07/2026 5:06 AM AWST
24/07/2026 5:06 AM AWST
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Dementia support skill set - service delivery
Dementia support skill set - service delivery
Skill set
National Code
CHCSS00010
CHCSS00010
State Code
AC842
AC842
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Not Applicable
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
25/03/2011
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
—
Transition Date
08/12/2016
Nominal Hours
130
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 25/03/2011 | Replaced | Replaced |
Pathway Information
Pathway These units may provide credit towards a number of community sector qualifications at Certificate IV or Diploma level.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Pathway These units may provide credit towards a number of community sector qualifications at Certificate IV or Diploma level.
Skill Set Entry Requirements
A Current Qualification Release or associated Course does not exist.
Target Group
Target group This skill set has been endorsed by industry as appropriate for people who hold a relevant professional or vocational qualification or commensurate industry skills as evaluated through recognition of prior learning processes.It provides skills and knowledge required to support people with dementia.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
Required form of words for Statement of Attainment This skill set meets industry requirements as specified in the CHC08 Community Services Training Package for work that involves provision of support to people with dementia.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D2328 | CHCCS401B | Facilitate responsible behaviour | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D2571 | CHCICS404A | Plan and provide advanced behaviour support | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D2203 | CHCAC319A | Provide support to people living with dementia | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5840 | HLTCSD306C | Respond effectively to difficult or challenging behaviour | 15 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD313 | CHCSS00095 | Dementia Support - Service Delivery Skill Set | Skill set |