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For CP (child) qualification, no further steps need to be taken in the DCLA (Child) ACL questionnaire scoring, if a medical practitioner has certified that the child:
The test is complete and no further steps are necessary. The ACL questionnaire score is zero however, the child is given a qualifying rating on the DCLA.
Note 1: The carer must meet all qualification requirements in order to be granted CP in respect of a care receiver aged under 16 years, including residency and income and assets.
Note 2: For CA (child) qualification, scoring step 1 does not apply.
Act reference: SSAct section 197E Qualification-child who has a terminal condition, section 953 Qualification for CA-caring for either 1 or 2 disabled children
Policy reference: SS Guide 1.1.T.86 Terminal condition (CA) (CP), 3.6.4.33 Qualification for CP (child) - Child who has a Terminal Condition, 3.6.7.30 Qualification for CA
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Last reviewed: 1 July 2010
