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Support children's learning and development
Support children's learning and development
Module
National Code
EARSUP201
EARSUP201
State Code
BA037
BA037
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/08/2024
Field of Education
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge to support and reflect on children’s learning and development.
The unit of competency is applied by facilitators who support children’s learning and development in Playgroups, Child and Parent Centres and other non-regulated early years services.
The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
The unit of competency is applied by facilitators who support children’s learning and development in Playgroups, Child and Parent Centres and other non-regulated early years services.
The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
General notes
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Elements and Performance Criteria
Identify factors that influence children's learning and development
- 1.1 Outline basic brain development
- 1.2 Summarise the basic needs of children
- 1.3 Outline the major milestones of development
- 1.4 Identify reasons for individual differences in development
- 1.5 Recognise children's unique and diverse backgrounds
- 1.6 Explain holistic learning
Implement and record experiences that support children's learning and development
- 2.1 Provide holistic and inclusive experiences and resources appropriate to the child's background and level of learning and development
- 2.2 Arrange the environment to encourage interactions between children as well as providing quiet spaces
- 2.3 Record the opportunities for children's learning and development
Provide a healthy and safe learning environment
- 3.1 Identify positive strategies to promote healthy eating
- 3.2 Follow safety, health and hygiene requirements according to service guidelines, policies and procedures
- 3.3 Supervise children according to service guidelines, policies and procedures
- 3.4 Check toys and equipment are safe for use and appropriate to the age and stage of development
- 3.5 Minimise risks in the environment, including the storage and use of dangerous products
Reflect on the opportunities to support children's learning and development
- 4.1 Reflect on the learning and development opportunities that have supported children within the program
- 4.2 Identify the learning and development opportunities which require further consideration
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Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGX37 | 52917WA | Course in the Early Years | Accredited course |