HSC 2031 Contribute to support of positive risk-taking for individuals
Level
2
Credit value
3
Learning outcomes
The learner will:
Assessment criteria
The learner can:
1. Know the importance of risk-taking in everyday life
1.1 Identify aspects of everyday life in which risk plays a part
1.2 Outline the consequences for individuals of being prevented or discouraged from taking risks
1.3 Explain how supporting individuals to take risks can enable them to have choice over their lives to: gain in self-confidence develop skills take an active part in their community
2. Understand the importance of positive, person-centred risk assessment
2.1 Explain how a person-centred approach to risk assessment can support positive outcomes
2.2 Identify the features of a person-centred approach to risk assessment
3. Know how legislation and policies are relevant to positive risk taking
3.1 Identify how legislative frameworks and policies can be used to safeguard individuals from risks whilst promoting their rights
4. Be able to support individuals to make informed choices about taking risks
4.1 Explain the connection between an individual’s right to take risks and their responsibilities towards themselves and others
4.2 Support the individual to access and understand information about risks associated with a choice they plan to make
4.3 Support the individual to explore the potential positive and negative consequences of the options
4.4 Support the individual to make an informed decision about their preferred option and the associated risks
4.5 Explain why it is important to record and report all incidents, discussions and decisions concerning risk taking
5. Be able to contribute to the support of individuals to manage identified risks
5.1 Use an individual’s support