Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Children's Services (Early childhood education and care)
Diploma of Children's Services (Early childhood education and care)
CHC50908
D313
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 07/05/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
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.
It is noted that whilst this qualification equips workers to work with children from 0-5 years of age, some workplaces and jurisdictions require workers to have skills and knowledge to work with children in both early and middle childhood (i.e. aged 0-12 years).
Where workers are required to work across the span of development from 0-12 years, candidates should receive training and/or assessment across this broader span of development and in addition to the qualification, be awarded a Statement of Attainment for achievement of the Middle childhood development skill set.
Occupational titles may include:
Authorised supervisor (children’s services)
Children’s services coordinator
Centre manager (children’s services)
Director (children’s services)
Childhood educator
Group/team coordinator/leader (children’s services)
Children’s adviser
Program leader (children’s services)
Children’s service director / manager
Child development worker
Early childhood educator
Schedule
Packaging Rules
ENTRY REQUIREMENTSTo gain entry in to this qualification candidates must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following units of competency:
- CHCCHILD401B Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
- CHCCN301C Ensure the health and safety of children
- CHCCN302A Provide care for children
- CHCCN303A Contribute to provision of nutritionally balanced food in a safe and hygienic manner
- CHCCN305B Provide care for babies
- CHCCS400C Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework
- CHCFC301A Support the development of children
- CHCIC301E Interact effectively with children
- CHCPR301C Provide experiences to support children's play and learning
- CHCPR303D Develop understanding of children's interest and developmental needs
- HLTFA311A Apply first aid
- HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes
PACKAGING RULES
Eighteen (18) units are required for award of this qualification including:
- thirteen (13) core units
- five
1. Entry Requirement Units
To gain entry in to this qualification candidates must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following units of competency
2. Core Units
All thirteen (13) units must be completed
3. Group A Culturally Aware and Respectful Practice
It is highly recommended that one (1) of the following units is chosen.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D2559 | CHCIC511A | Implement and promote inclusive policies and practices in children's services | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C7982 | PSPMNGT605B | Manage diversity | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D2555 | CHCIC302A | Support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander families to participate in children's services | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8283 | HLTHIR404D | Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8281 | HLTHIR403C | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers | 30 | Unit of competency |
4. Group B Jursdiction Unit
The following unit may be compulsory in some jurisdictions.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WC958 | CHCORG506E | Coordinate the work environment | 95 | Unit of competency |
5. Group C Centre-based Care
The following units are recommended for work in centre-based care at Diploma level..
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D2310 | CHCCN520C | Advocate for the rights and needs of children and young people | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D2517 | CHCFC508A | Foster children's aesthetic and creative development | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D2559 | CHCIC511A | Implement and promote inclusive policies and practices in children's services | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8579 | CHCINF407D | Meet information needs of the community | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D2677 | CHCPR614C | Observe children and interpret observations | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D2516 | CHCFC507A | Use music to enhance children's experience and development | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D8281 | HLTHIR403C | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers | 30 | Unit of competency |
6. Other Relevant Elective Units
Up to five (5) units may be chosen.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units and options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WC962 | CHCORG611C | Lead and develop others in a community sector workplace | 85 | Unit of competency |
| WC864 | CHCCS513C | Maintain an effective community sector work environment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WC860 | CHCCS502C | Maintain legal and ethical work practices | 70 | Unit of competency |
| D2630 | CHCORG428A | Reflect on and improve own professional practice | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D0841 | BSBMGT401A | Show leadership in the workplace | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WC955 | CHCORG406C | Supervise work | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WC928 | CHCICS406B | Support client self-management | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S292 | CHC50302 | Diploma of Children's Services | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J594 | CHC50113 | Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This is only a model training program created in STARS on 16/7/2009 by VET Teaching & Learning, Dept of Education & Training.
Please note:
RTOs delivering the Diploma of Children’s Services with PPP funding must ensure that the Entry Requirements specified in the Training Package are incorporated into the program. Students must be deemed competent in the Entry Requirement units prior to being assessed against units in the Diploma.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
To gain entry into CHC50908 Diploma of Children's Services (Early childhood education and care) candidates must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following units of competency:
CHCCHILD401B Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
CHCCN301C Ensure the health and safety of children
CHCCN302A Provide care for children
CHCCN303A Contribute to provision of nutritionally balanced food in a safe and hygienic manner
CHCCN305B Provide care for babies
CHCCS400C Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework
CHCFC301A Support the development of children
CHCIC301E Interact effectively with children
CHCPR301C Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning
CHCPR303D Develop understanding of children’s interests and developmental needs
HLTFA311A Apply first aid
HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes
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