Introduction to Assessment 1
Learner Instructions
Written questions and responses
· Take your time and carefully read all questions
· Answer each question in the space provided
· Write each answer in your own words and use “quotation” marks and reference where you have used the work of others
· Refer to your Learner Guide and any supplementary materials you may have been provided including references and links to websites.
Learners should answer ALL questions in as much detail as required.
Question 1 A
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For each of the below, identify how these factors can affect a child’s understanding of the abuse they are experiencing.
Age:
Gender:
Disability:
Culture:
Sexuality:
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Question 1 B
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Identify five (5) indicators of neglect.
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Question 1 C
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Identify five (5) indicators of sexual abuse.
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Question 1 D
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Identify five (5) indicators of physical abuse.
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Question 2 A
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Each state and te
itory have their own version of child protection legislation; however, they do have common goals.
Identify and name the child protection legislation in your state or te
itory
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Question 2 B
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Identify and list four (4) common key requirements in the child protection legislation across all states and te
itories.
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Question 2 C
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As an early childhood educator,
iefly outline how you are to report suspected abuse within a service or school in your state or te
itory?
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Question 3 A
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Access the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child website to determine which of the following articles relate to child protection. Add a reason why it relates as shown in the example below.
Article
Relevant article that relates to child protection and reason why
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19 – protects the child from all forms of physical or mental violence for example while in the care of parents or a legal guardian
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Question 3 B
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How could Article 19 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child impact the education and care provided for children? Explain in a maximum of 50 words.
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Question 4 A
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A child may be at risk of harm due to continuing abuse or neglect. What are five (5) impacts of ongoing harm on the child?
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Question 5 A
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In a maximum of 60 words, discuss two (2) responsibilities educators hold regarding duty of care and the consequences for ignoring these.
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Question 6 A
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Briefly discuss your interpretation of “trauma”.
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Question 6 B
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In your own words,
iefly outline the purpose of trauma-informed care. Explain in three (3) points how trauma-informed care can benefit children who have experienced trauma.
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Question 7 A
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In consideration of your responsibility to act ethically in the workplace, respond to the following:
a. List four (4) ethical considerations under the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
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Question 7 B
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List four (4) ethical considerations under workplace policies.
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Question 7 C
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What are the responsibilities of employees within codes of practices, service licensing and accreditation requirements, and registration to professional bodies and service agreements?
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Question 7 D
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Briefly discuss the process of ethical decision-making, and explain the role of ethical consideration in this.
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Question 8 A
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Taking into consideration your state or te
itory child protection system, discuss how you would respond when a child has made a disclosure of sexual abuse. Include six (6) possible responses that would align with the requirements of workplace policies and uphold child-focused practices.
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Question 8 B
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In 150 words, discuss the meaning of the term “mandatory reporting” and how it functions in your state or te
itory, including who is responsible for mandatory reporting.
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Question 8 C
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Who would be legally responsible for preparing and submitting a report of suspected neglect or abuse to the supervisor or manager? Give the key ten (10) points that must be included in this report.
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Question 8 D
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According to the legal requirements, who is required to submit the notification of harm to the state or te
itory child protection authority and ensure ongoing consultation? Write one (1) short sentence.
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Question 8 E
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If there were a conflict between the state/te
itory statutory and policy requirements and the policies of your organisation, which policies would need to be followed in this instance and why?
Highlight which policies:
State or te
itory statutory and policy requirements OR
School/ service policies
Why these policies: One (1) short sentence.
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Question 9 A
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List two (2) statutory policies that relate to your job role
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Question 9 B
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How are organisational standards, policies, and procedures influenced by child protection legislation, and what are the most important procedures relating to an educator? Explain in a maximum of 50 words.
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Introduction to Question 10
Learner Instructions
For this project you will need to respond to the following scenario about child protection. Use each of the numbered and lettered points as subheadings within your project and write your responses under each of these subheadings. Explain your project in detail to a maximum of 600 words. You should reference both national and your own state or te
itory legislation where applicable.
Please complete your answers in the fields provided below and ensure you keep a copy of any assessment submissions.
Scenario
You are a senior member of the team at your school, family day care, school age education and care service, or childcare centre (choose one). A junior member of staff has asked you to help them with understanding how to respond if a child made a disclosure of being sexually abused at home.
Question 1 A
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You are required to explain to the junior staff member:
1. What indicators were observed of any harm, abuse, or neglect?
Responsibilities in terms of:
a. Mandatory reporting
b. Protecting the rights of the child
c. Maintaining confidentiality
2. Response to the child while following child protection legislation
3. The steps to follow regarding:
a. Reporting and recording procedures
b. Duty of care
c. Refe
al processes
d. Information-gathering techniques
e. Working collaboratively with relevant agencies, e.g. FDC service, school/childcare center, state child protection body, police, and hospital/docto
f. Communicating with children/young people
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