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Provide experiences to support children's play and learning

Provide experiences to support children's play and learning

Unit of competency
National Code
CHCECE011
State Code
WG754
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
06/08/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/02/2014
Field of Education
090503 - Children’s Services
Original Release Date
17/02/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to support children’s play and learning.This unit applies to educators working in a range of education and care services.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Create an environment for play
  • 1.1 Assist in the provision of areas, resources and materials for different kinds of play
  • 1.2 Set up a safe environment that is non-threatening, challenging, stimulating and promotes a sense of belonging
  • 1.3 Assist in the provision of unhurried opportunities for both group and individual play activities and experiences indoors and outdoors
2. Support children’s play and learning
  • 2.1 Engage children in discussion (as appropriate) of their play and learning
  • 2.2 Use routines to undertake intentional teaching and seek opportunities for spontaneous learning
  • 2.3 Use experiences, resources and materials flexibly to meet children’s individual preferences and to prompt extensions of play
  • 2.4 Assist children to participate in a variety of experiences and to choose those which support their competency and confidence
  • 2.5 Demonstrate respect for children’s choice not to participate and encourage participation where an experience is new or unknown
3. Facilitate children’s play, learning and physical activity
  • 3.1 Follow child’s lead in play and participate when invited
  • 3.2 Initiate play and invite the child to participate
  • 3.3 Interact with children showing enthusiasm, playfulness and enjoyment
  • 3.4 Respond to children’s reactions to play environments to ensure each child remains interested, challenged but not frustrated
  • 3.5 Establish routine with children so as to support them in remaining safe
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WC972 CHCPR301C Provide experiences to support children's play and learning Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODK79 CHCECE036 Provide experiences to support children's play and learning Unit of competency