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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Support children and adults living with HIV/AIDS in ECD settings 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
12839  Support children and adults living with HIV/AIDS in ECD settings 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Early Childhood Development 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 05 - Education, Training and Development Early Childhood Development 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular-Fundamental  Level 3  NQF Level 03  8 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2006-01-10  2007-10-18  SAQA 0160/05 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2008-10-18   2011-10-18  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard is replaced by: 
US ID Unit Standard Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Credits Replacement Status
244259  Support children and adults living with HIV and AIDS  Level 3  NQF Level 03  8   

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
This is an elective unit standard at Level 3, which can be credited to the Basic Certificate in ECD at Level 1 and/or the National Certificate in ECD at Level 4.

Learners are equipped with the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes required to deal with the challenge of HIV/Aids within various ECD settings. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Basic health and safety knowledge and skills in ECD settings equivalent to the core unit standard on Support Healthy Development at Level 1. 

UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
This elective unit standard is suitable for educators, caregivers and community workers working with adults and children in-group, informal or family ECD settings. Learners are required to demonstrate applied competence in one of the following developmental phases/settings:
  • 0 - 3 years (group, informal or family settings)
  • 2 - 6 years (group, informal or family settings)
  • 5 - 9 years (group or informal settings)

    At this level, learners demonstrate the ability to:
  • Describe the impact of the socio-economic context on the HIV/Aids pandemic in the local community;
  • Describe in simple terms the transmission and progression of HIV/Aids in children and adults;
  • Facilitate and support a safe, healthy environment in accordance with HIV/Aids policy;
  • Support people living with HIV/Aids. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Describe the transmission and progression of HIV/AIDS in adults and children 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. The transmission of HIV/Aids to children is described. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. The progression of HIV/AIDS in adults and children is described in practical terms. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. How the immune system functions and is affected by HIV/Aids is explained simply. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. The accepted Universal Precautions required in various ECD settings and daily routines to protect the health and safety of children and adults are described (see notes). 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Describe the socio-economic context and impact of the HIV/AIDS pandemic 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. An awareness of the extent of the HIV/Aids pandemic is demonstrated. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Awareness of the contribution of poverty to the pandemic is demonstrated. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. The impact of the HIV/Aids pandemic on community and family life is described. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Awareness of rights, responsibilities and gender roles in the transmission of HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases is demonstrated. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Provide appropriate care for children and adults in various ECD settings 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Appropriate sensitivity is shown towards community, spiritual and cultural values when dealing with HIV/Aids and illness. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. An accepted HIV/Aids policy and Universal Precautions are implemented within the ECD setting (see notes). 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. Signs and symptoms of illness are identified early and appropriate action is taken. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Adequate healthy meals and snacks are provided to support wellness. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    5. First aid equipment and materials appropriate for the prevention of transmission of disease are safely stored and used when required. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Establish appropriate support systems for children, staff and families living with HIV/Aids 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    1. Children and adults are given appropriate emotional support through a demonstrated understanding of the progression of HIV/Aids and of death and dying. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    2. Appropriate support is provided for the learning and developmental needs of children living with HIV/Aids or coping with HIV/Aids within the ECD family or group setting. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    3. The disclosure of HIV status is treated confidentially within a non-discriminatory and culturally-sensitive policy framework. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    4. Assistance with the establishment of support networks is given and/or established structures in the community are used to support affected children, adults and their families. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Structured interview to assess knowledge of the transmission and progression of HIV/Aids, Universal Precautions and the ability to link theory to practice.
  • Assessment of relevant practical skills in an authentic workplace setting.
  • Written work in the form of reports, policies, assignments and notes linking theory with practice.
  • Portfolio of supporting evidence including dated and annotated observation notes.
  • Structured interviews with peers and family members to assess the effectiveness of support systems and the learner`s role in providing support to affected children and families.
  • Moderation: Scrutiny of all written assessment records, including structured interviews, portfolio evidence, assignments and records; random workplace visits and discussions with learners, family and community members. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
  • Participate as a responsible citizen in the life of the local community by providing responsible care and creating support systems for children and adults living with HIV/Aids.
  • Be culturally sensitive across a range of social contexts, including spirituality, language, values and norms relating to HIV/Aids issues and responses. 
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    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems using critical thinking in ways that ensure that responsible decisions are made on the prevention, care and support of children and adults living with HIV/Aids. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as a team in an ECD setting and with community groups in creating support systems for children and adults living with HIV/Aids. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one`s activities responsibly and effectively to provide support to children and colleagues living with HIV/Aids. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information relating to the management of HIV/Aids in ECD settings. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively with children and adults about the prevention, care and support of children and adults living with HIV/Aids using visual and language skills in both oral and written modes. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically in the management of HIV/Aids in ECD settings showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation in relating to the management of HIV/Aids in ECD settings. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 244259, which is "Support children and adults living with HIV and AIDS in ECD settings", Level 3, 8 credits.

    Universal Precautions are defined in the Government Gazette, Department of Education, Volume 410, No. 20372, 10 August 1999 (Notice 1926 of 1999): National Policy on HIV/AIDS for Learners and Educators in Public Schools and Students and Educators in Further Education and Training Institutions. This document is also available on the government web site: http://www.pwv.gov.za. 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  23114   Basic Certificate: Early Childhood Development  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2009-01-10  ETDP SETA 
    Elective  49600   National Certificate: Development Practice  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2009-05-13  Was ETDP SETA until Last Date for Achievement 
    Elective  23116   National Certificate: Early Childhood Development  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2007-10-18  Was ETDP SETA until Last Date for Achievement 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
    This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.
     
    1. Institute of Professional Studies and Services 
    2. Rhodes University 


    All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source.