SCHOOL OF Health and Education
CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability
Knowledge Assessment
Learner Guide
CHCCCS024 Support Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorde
Assessment Book 1
2019
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School: Health and Education
Course: CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability
Unit of competency: CHCccs024 Support INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER
Prepared by: Lucy Brownless and Elaine Gillespie
Document creation date: 15/10/2018
Document review date: 15/6/2019
Version: 2.1
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National Provider no. 3075
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Contents
Assessment Requirements 4
Introduction 4
Re-assessment 5
Assessment appeals 5
Reasonable adjustment 5
Assessment Methods 6
Questions and Answers 8
Marking Guide 14
Assessment Task 2: Reflective Journal 15
Reflective Journal 17
Student Declaration 22
Marking Guide 23
Assessment Requirements
Introduction
For this unit, CHCCCS024 Support Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorde
you will receive two assessment books:
1. Assessment Book 1 – Knowledge (this book)
2. Assessment Book 2 – Simulation Practical Observation
To achieve competence in this unit, you are required to satisfactorily complete all assessment tasks outlined in the two assessment books.
You must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively complete tasks outlined in the Elements and Performance Criteria of this unit.
All assessment tasks adhere to the unit of competency requirements from the training package and the principles of assessment and rules of evidence as required by Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015.
Assessments enable validity and reliability by providing clear and consistent instructions for both Learners and Assessors.
The assessments tasks ensure that sufficient evidence can be provided by you to achieve an assessment of competence. All assessment is fair and reasonable by allowing for adjustment on supported request.
Assessment tasks are authentic, providing you with the ability to demonstrate it in your own work and based on cu
ent performance.
To achieve competence in this unit you must successfully meet all requirements for each assessment tasks listed before competency can be awarded. Where competency is not achieved the assessor will provide feedback and request further evidence.
To ensure fairness, consistency and reliability when marking assessments, assessors will be provided with the checklists of expected outcomes, behaviours and required answers.
Re-assessment
If a learner does not achieve the required standard to reach competence, they will be given the opportunity to be re-assessed and/or to provide additional evidence. A
angements will be made on an individual basis to ensure the process is valid, fair and reliable in line with the VET Assessment Policy and procedures
Assessment appeals
A learner who is dissatisfied with the outcome of his/her assessment should first discuss their concerns with the teache
assessor and/or program leader. If the issue is not resolved, the learner may appeal the decision(s) by following the Complaints and Appeals process as outlined on the Melbourne Polytechnic Student Portal.
Reasonable adjustment
Learners with a disability or long-term medical or mental health condition can register with Melbourne Polytechnic Disability Support Services to develop a Disability Support Plan and access appropriate academic support.
Learners may also speak with teaching staff about other circumstances impacting their capacity to complete an evidence-based assessment and seek a reasonable adjustment. This may include but not limited to extra time or extensions for assessments, an alternate assessment task, note taking support or varying the venue.
Assessment Methods
Book
Description
Method
Assessment book 1
Knowledge
Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Evidence questions
Questioning
Assessment book 1
Knowledge
Assessment Task 2: Case Studies.
Questioning &
Structured assessment activities
Assessment book 2
Practical
Assessment Task 4: Simulations
Direct Observation
Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Evidence questions
Student Name
Student ID
Phone numbe
Email
Trainer Name
Group Code
Course code and name
CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability
Unit code and name
CHCCCS024 Support Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorde
Due date
24/07/2019 (Students have 4 weeks to complete this task)
Resources required
Learner resources on Moodle
Access to a computer which is connected to the internet.
Your assessor will provide the set questions, information handouts, video presentations and/or online website links.
Instructions
This assessment is an individual task
It is to be completed in your own time
The assessor will be available to answer questions during class time and during the student tutorial time (at the end of each class).
You have four weeks to complete this task.
Ensure you have noted the due date.
- The Knowledge Evidence questions are within the Assessment 1 icon in the ‘Assessment’ category in your Moodle shell for this unit.
Convert the Assessment 1 template into a Word or PDF document so that you can type your answers.
Once complete, upload to Assessment 1 box in the Moodle shell for this unit.
- Answer all questions about the key knowledge you will need to support individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Content must include these topics:
· History of A.S.D
· Cu
ent data and facts on A.S.D
· Diagnostic tools
· Key issues and key impacts of A.S.D
· The Community view of A.S.D
· Legal and Ethical guidelines
· Positive Behaviour Support
Your answers should be no less than 50 words and no more than 150 words, for each question, using full sentences.
If you have been granted a reasonable adjustment and you are giving oral answers, then you should spend no less than 1 minute and no more than 3 minutes, for each question.
All questions must be answered to a satisfactory standard.
If not Satisfactory on the first attempt you may have a second attempt.
Questions and Answers
1
Name and describe at least 3 of the indicators of Autism and some of the daily life challenges of an individual who may have Autism, prior to a diagnosis of Autism.
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XXXXXXXXXXName and describe 2 diagnostic processes used to assess individuals who may be on the Autism Spectrum.
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3
Name and describe at least 3 of the interventions and supports which follow diagnosis.
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XXXXXXXXXXExplain how well the following individuals with Autism are likely to perform daily tasks:
· a child with Autism (aged between 5 – 7 years), low functioning, with high needs.
· an adolescent with Autism (aged between 13 – 17 years), moderate functioning, with moderate needs.
· an adult with Autism (aged between 19 – 25 years), high functioning, with low needs.
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5
Compare issues that affect the carers and family members (including siblings) of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder?
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XXXXXXXXXXAnalyse further the contributing factors that cause Autism, under each of the following headings - Neurobiological, Developmental, Hereditary/Genetic and Environmental factors.
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7
Describe misperceptions of Autism in relation to the following 3 areas: Gender myths? Socio-economic myths? Intellectual disability myths?
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8
Examine the connection between Communication and Behaviour, in the life of an individual with Autism?
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9
What is the value of Restrictive Practice? Discuss its role in the implementation of Behaviour Management strategies.
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10
Compare 6 examples of howindividuals with Autismare viewed and treated by Governments and service providers, past and present?
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11
Compare 6 examples of how individuals with Autism are viewed and treated by the wider community, past and present?
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12
Form 3 different ideas about how disability service providers and workers can continue to build their knowledge and skills to support individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder?
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13
You are working in an Autism specific special school (primary and secondary ages). Which legislation, policies and procedures, codes of conduct and standards would guide your professional behaviour?
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Student Declaration
Please read, tick and sign below
· I declare that the attached assessment I have submitted is my own original work and any contributions from and references to other authors are clearly acknowledged and noted.
· This document has been created for the purpose of this assessment only and has not been submitted as another form of assessment at Melbourne Polytechnic or any other tertiary institute.
· I have retained a copy of this work for my reference in the event that this application is lost or damaged.
· I give permission for Melbourne Polytechnic to keep, make copies of and communicate my work for the purpose of investigating plagiarism and/or review by internal and external assessors.
· I understand that plagiarism is the act of using another person’s idea or work and presenting it as my own. This is a serious offence and I will accept that penalties will be imposed on me should I
each Melbourne Polytechnic’s plagiarism policy.
Student Signature
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Date
Please note that your assignment will not be accepted unless you have:
· Completed all sections of the assignment
· Acknowledged all sources of other people’s contributions including references and Students’ names for group work assessments
· Completed all areas of this Student assignment cover sheet.
Marking Guide
Traine
Assessor to complete the following:
Yes
No
The learner has answered all 13 questions
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The learner has provided a satisfactory response for each question
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Comments and feedback
result
☐ Satisfactory
☐ Not Satisfactory (resubmission required) – Due date: ____________________________
Date Assessment Returned
Traine
assessor Name
Traine
Assessor signature
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Assessment Task 2:
Student Name
Student ID
Phone numbe
Email
Trainer Name
Group Code
Course code and name
CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability
Unit code and name
CHCCCS024 Support Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorde