Diploma of Children’s Services

 

 

Entry Requirement

 

To gain entry into this course candidates must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the relevant competencies from the Certificate III in Children’s Services CHC30708.

 

Course Duration: 40 weeks (approximately)

 

Delivery Mode: Flexible/External (only available for students working in the Child Care Industry)

 

RPL/RCC available: Contact the Academy if you need more details

 

Course Costs:

 

Contact the Academy for current course costs

 

Qualification Information:

 

This qualification covers workers in children’s services who are responsible for planning, implementing and managing programs in early childhood services, in accordance with licensing, accreditation and duty of care requirements. At this level:

 

• Workers have responsibility for supervision of other staff and volunteers

• In most states it is the highest qualification required at director or service manager level for children’s service centre-based care.

 

Occupational titles may include:

 

• Childcare worker (qualified)

• Team Leader /Group Leader

• Children’s service director / coordinator

 

What does the course cover?

 

Compulsory Units

 

CHCCN511A Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment for children

CHCFC502A Foster physical development in early childhood

CHCFC503A Foster social development in early childhood

CHCFC504A Support emotional and psychological development in early childhood

CHCFC505A Foster cognitive development in early childhood

CHCFC506A Foster children’s language and communication development

CHCIC501A Manage children’s services workplace practice to address regulations and quality assurance

CHCIC510A Establish and implement plans for developing cooperative behaviour

CHCIC512A Plan and implement inclusion of children with additional needs

CHCPR502D Organise experiences to facilitate and enhance children’s development

CHCPR509A Gather, interpret and use information about children

CHCP510A Design, implement and evaluate programs and care routines for children

CHCRF511A Work in partnership with families to provide appropriate care for children

 

Additional Units of Competency

 

CHCCN520C Advocate for the rights and needs of children and young people

CHCFC507A Use music to enhance children’s experience and development

CHCFC508A Foster children’s aesthetic and creative development

CHCPR614C Observe children and interpret observations

HLTHIR403B Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers

 

Please Note:

 

*** All units require students to demonstrate that they have gained competence from on-the job training (Supervised Field Placement).

 

*** Students must ensure they can obtain a Working With Children’s Check. This is not provided as part of the course and is the responsibility of the student. Students may also be required to provide a medical clearance at their own expense.

 

*** All resources are provided on loan for use by students during the course.

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