Module 1 - Orientation to ASES | Homelessness NSW Inc.

The key focus of this module is to provide your organisation with:

an introduction to the steps, timeframes and milestones involved in the accreditation process – so that you can properly plan and resource this process
an overview of the content of the ASES standards at the Certificate level
an awareness of the various agencies involved in ASES and their respective roles
the resources that are available to assist with ASES implementation, and
enough information about ASES so that your organisation can start planning and resourcing the steps to accreditation.

START HERE by clicking this link--> Module 1: Orientation to ASES How-to-Guide

Supporting resources:

Resource	Description
Introductory Webinar 1: The ASES Accreditation Process - PowerPoint slides - PowerPoint notes	This webinar provides an overview of ASES, the key steps involved in accreditation and tips for success. The PowerPoint slides and notes of the webinar is also provided and can be used as a handout.
Introductory Webinar 2: The ASES Accreditation Standards - PowerPoint slides - PowerPoint notes	This webinar provides an overview of the expectation of the Department of Communities and Justice, as well as an overview of the contents of the Certificate Level Standards. The PowerPoint of the webinar is also provided and can be used as a handout.
ASES Process Flowcharts	These four high-level flow charts walk you through the steps to accreditation and the key documents for each stage.
Who’s Who in the ASES Landscape?	A description of roles that five different types of agencies play in NSW Homelessness ASES implementation.
The Service Excellence Storybook	A report produced by the South Australian Community and Neighbourhood Houses and Centres Association Inc describing how 12 community-based organisations approached their ASES accreditation.
The NSW ASES Story	A report on how a number of Specialist Homelessness Services in NSW experienced the implementation of ASES with insights into the strategies that were helpful. The report also highlights how their experiences shaped the development of this Resource Kit.