Skill set Outline

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Crisis Support Skill Set

Crisis Support Skill Set

Skill set
National Code
CHCSS00113
State Code
AD284
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Associated Qualification
Certificate IV in Community Services
National Code
CHC42021
State Code
BII6
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
Statement of Attainment at Certificate IV Level
Field of Education
0905 - Human Welfare Studies And Services
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
08/12/2015
Current Release Date
08/12/2015
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
24/05/2022
Nominal Hours
185
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 08/12/2015 Current Approved
Description
This skill set reflects the skill requirements for individuals who respond to the immediate needs of people in crisis. The support provided is immediate and short term, and not of an ongoing nature.
Units
CHCCCS003 Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide
CHCCCS019 Recognise and respond to crisis situations
CHCCCS028 Provide client-centred support to people in crisis
Pathway Information
These units provide credit towards a range of qualifications in the Community Services Training Package, including CHC42015 Certificate IV in Community Services.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Nil
Target Group
This skill set is for voluntary and paid workers who respond to the immediate rather than ongoing needs of people in crisis.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the CHC Community Services Training Package meet industry requirements for people providing support to people in crisis.
General notes
Schedule
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AVC73 CHCCCS003 Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide 80 Unit of competency
AWB52 CHCCCS028 Provide client-centred support to people in crisis 65 Unit of competency
AVC58 CHCCCS019 Recognise and respond to crisis situations 40 Unit of competency
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