Skill set Outline
Information current as of
11/09/2026 6:37 PM AWST
11/09/2026 6:37 PM AWST
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Palliative Approach
Palliative Approach
Skill set
National Code
CHCSS00137
CHCSS00137
State Code
AE990
AE990
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
23/11/2022
Current Release Date
23/11/2022
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
19/05/2023
Nominal Hours
270
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 23/11/2022 | Current | Approved |
Description
A set of skills for work supporting people requiring palliative care, within the delegations of an established individualised plan.
Pathway Information
Achievement of these units provides credit towards a range of qualifications in the CHC Community Services Training Package.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this Skill Set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals who hold a qualification at Certificate III level or higher in Community Services, Health or a related field, work in various care and support roles and who wish to develop skills in supporting people who require palliative care, within the delegations of an established individualised plan.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These units of competency from the CHC Community Services Training Package provide a set of skills for work in supporting people who require palliative care, within the delegations of an established individualised plan.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEI05 | CHCPAL003 | Deliver care services using a palliative approach | 65 | Unit of competency |
| OEH25 | CHCCCS038 | Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support | 125 | Unit of competency |
| AVC60 | CHCCCS017 | Provide loss and grief support | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OEH37 | CHCCCS036 | Support relationships with carer and family | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD305 | CHCSS00105 | Palliative Approach Skill Set | Skill set |