Qualification Outline
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Advanced Diploma of Children's Services
Advanced Diploma of Children's Services
CHC60208
D328
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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 children's services workers who may operate at an advanced level in early childhood education and care to:
Provide specialist services
Act as a resource for other workers
Provide practice supervision of staff including volunteers
Work intensively with clients
Work with clients with complex needs.
Occupational titles may include:
Child and family support service coordinator
Inclusion support facilitator
Children's services coordinator
Service director
Schedule
Packaging Rules
ENTRY REQUIREMENTSTo gain entry into this qualification, candidates must be recognised as competent, through a recognised training program or recognition process, against CHC50908 Diploma of Children's Services (Early childhood education and care).
PACKAGING RULES
Thirteen (13) units are required for award of this qualification including:
- seven (7) core units
- six (6) elective units
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
- Group A electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
- Group B general electives of which at least two must be selected
- Other relevant electives listed in the qualification outline
- Units of competency to address workplace requirements and packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in Community Services and/or Health Training Packages
- Where appropriate, to address workplace requirements, up to two (2) units of competency packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Traini
1. Core Units
All seven (7) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WC962 | CHCORG611C | Lead and develop others in a community sector workplace | 85 | Unit of competency |
| WC860 | CHCCS502C | Maintain legal and ethical work practices | 70 | Unit of competency |
| D4869 | BSBMGT608C | Manage innovation and continuous improvement | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WC869 | CHCCS604B | Manage the delivery of quality services to clients | 85 | Unit of competency |
| WC965 | CHCORG620D | Promote and represent the service | 85 | Unit of competency |
| WC967 | CHCORG624E | Provide leadership in community services delivery | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D2652 | CHCORG627B | Provide mentoring support to colleagues | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Culturally Aware and Respectful Practice
It is highly recommended that one (1) or more units be completed from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules 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 |
| 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 |
3. Group B General Elective Units
At least two (2) units must be selected from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Other Relevant Elective Units
The remaining units may be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S307 | CHC60202 | Advanced Diploma of Children's Services | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
To gain entry into CHC60208 Advanced Diploma of Children's Services candidates must be recognised as competent, through a recognised training program or recognition process, against CHC50908 Diploma of Children's Services (Early childhood education and care).
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