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Support learning for students with disabilities in a classroom environment

Support learning for students with disabilities in a classroom environment

Unit of competency
National Code
CHCEDS016
State Code
WG785
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
06/08/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/02/2014
Field of Education
070113 - Teacher Education: Special Education
Original Release Date
04/02/2014
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required as an introduction to working with students that have a recognised disability. This unit applies to education support work in a variety of contexts and work is to be undertaken with appropriate guidance, support and supervision by a nominated teacher or other education professional.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Apply understanding of the delivery of services for students with disabilities
  • 1.1 Recognise the key issues facing students with disabilities and their carers
  • 1.2 Apply the context of policy, regulatory and legal requirements to working with students with a disability
  • 1.3 Demonstrate a commitment to access and equity principles in all work
  • 1.4 Consider personal values and attitudes regarding disability when working with students
  • 1.5 Apply understanding of the effects that specific disabilities may have on student learning
2. Support the rights, interests and needs of students with disabilities as part of the education team
  • 2.1 Investigate and use strategies that assist students with disabilities to exercise their rights and independence
  • 2.2 Acknowledge and accommodate different student requirements in the team’s approach to teaching and learning
  • 2.3 Gather and record data as directed by the teacher
  • 2.4 Identify and apply the support requirements of individual students
3. Respond to situations of risk or potential risk to students with disabilities
  • 3.1 Report situations which may pose a health or safety issue to students or staff, according to organisation procedures
  • 3.2 Respond to situations of immediate risk using predetermined strategies where available and report to appropriate personnel
  • 3.3 Report uncharacteristic or inappropriate behaviour to teachers or other team members as needed
  • 3.4 Take appropriate steps to maintain personal safety of self and others
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WC896 CHCEDS330B Support learning for students with disabilities in a classroom environment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODK60 CHCEDS057 Support students with additional needs in the classroom Unit of competency