This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to critically analyse complex information and work collaboratively with others to determine appropriate child protection orders and proceed with application for, and implementation of, those orders. It includes the ability to develop and articulate in writing a substantiated rationale for decisions made.

This unit applies to child protection workers who use advanced critical analysis, communication and evaluation skills to make professional judgements in relation to applications for child protection orders. Orders and processes will vary depending on the State or Territory of work.

The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand Standards and industry codes of practice.