Qualification and Programme Overview
This programme aims to develop the skills and knowledge required to undertake the vision and hearing screening of children in the healthcare services sector.
The programme includes developing and/or recognising the following competencies in your staff:
- Demonstrating and applying knowledge of communication process theory.
- Describing hearing, visual system and vision impairment.
- Recognising and responding to signs of vulnerability and abuse in a health or wellbeing setting.
- Recording, interpreting and explaining vision and hearing screening results.
- Carrying out vision and hearing screening tests.
- Demonstrating and applying knowledge of professional and ethical behaviour.
Registered Nurses with a current practicing certificate may apply for Recognition of Prior learning for part of the programme. For more information, contact your Careerforce Workplace Advisor.
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