Modification History
Not Applicable
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:
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Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Description
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:
CHCCHILD401A Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
CHCCN301B 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
CHCCS400B Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework
CHCFC301A Support the development of children
CHCIC301E Interact effectively with children
CHCPR301B Provide experiences to support children's play and learning
CHCPR303D Develop understanding of children's interests and developmental needs
HLTFA301C Apply first aid
HLTOHS300B Contribute to OHS processes
Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
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PACKAGING RULES 18 units are required for award of this qualification including:
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
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Core 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
CHCPR502E Organise experiences to facilitate and enhance children's development
CHCPR509A Gather , interpret and use information about children
CHCPR510B Design , implement and evaluate programs and care routines for children
CHCRF511A Work in partnership with families to provide appropriate care for children
The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice
All workers undertaking children's services work need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Community Services Training Package.
Group A electives - recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
The children's services workplace is regarded as having particular potential for engendering stronger and more respectful relationships between non-Aboriginal Australians and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians and across the diverse groups in the community.
It is therefore highly recommended that this qualification includes one of the following units to provide a foundation of knowledge and skills for:
- Staff to support and promote respect for and awareness of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities where there are no Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children attending or residing in the local area
- Staff who work specifically with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children and families
CHCIC302A Support Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander families to participate in children's services
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander people
As cultural diversity is a feature of our community, one of the following electives is recommended for inclusion:
CHCIC511A Implement and promote inclusive policies and practices in children's services
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co -workers
PSPMNGT605B Manage diversity
Group B elective - compulsory in some jurisdictions
The following unit may be compulsory in some jurisdictions:
CHCORG506D Coordinate the work environment
Group C electives - recommended for centre-based care
The following units of competency are recommended for work in centre-based care at Diploma level. Employers may specify electives required for their workplace if appropriate.
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
CHCIC511A Implement and promote inclusive policies and practices in children's services
CHCINF407D Meet information needs of the community
CHCPR614C Observe children and interpret observations (Note pre -requisite : CHCPR509A)
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co -workers
Other relevant electives
Electives are to be selected in line with specified Packaging Rules.
The following list of relevant electives is intended to facilitate selection. Employers may specify certain electives as required to address specific workplace needs.
Children's services electives
CHCFAM503B Work with a child focused approach
CHCFC507A Use music to enhance children's experience and development
CHCFC508A Foster children's aesthetic and creative development
CHCFC520C Promote ethical understanding of children
CHCPR515A Develop and implement a program to support sustainable practice
CHCPR614C Observe children and interpret observations (Note pre -requisite : CHCPR509A)
Client support and professional practice electives
CHCICS406A Support client self management
CHCLD415A Confirm client developmental status
CHCLD515A Analyse client information for service planning and delivery (Note pre -requisite CHCLD415A)
CHCORG428A Reflect on and improve own professional practice
Children's contact services electives
CHCCONS401B Facilitate changeover
CHCCONS402B Facilitate and monitor contact
CHCCONS403B Support families to develop relationships
Advocacy and diversity electives
CHCCD420A Work to empower Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander communities
CHCCN520C Advocate for the rights and needs of children and young people
CHCCS421A Undertake community sector work within own community
Business administration electives
BSBMGT608B Manage innovation and continuous improvement
BSBRSK501A Manage risk
BSBSMB406A Manage small business finances
BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability
CHCADMIN508B Manage limited budgets and financial accountabilities
CHCAL523D Manage home based care administration requirements
CHCINF302C Maintain the organisation's information systems
CHCINF407D Meet information needs of the community
CHCNET402A Establish and maintain effective networks
CHCORG423B Maintain quality service delivery
CHCORG614B Manage a community sector organisation
CHCPOL402B Contribute to policy development
Leadership and supervision electives
BSBLED401A Develop teams and individuals
BSBMGT401A Show leadership in the workplace
CHCCS502B Maintain legal and ethical work practices
CHCCS513B Maintain an effective community sector work environment
CHCORG406B Supervise work
CHCORG529B Provide coaching and motivation
CHCORG610B Manage change in a community sector organisation
CHCORG611B Lead and develop others in a community sector workplace
CHCORG620C Promote and represent the service
CHCORG624D Provide leadership in community services delivery
CHCORG627B Provide mentoring support to colleagues
HLTOHS401A Maintain workplace OHS processes
HLTOHS501A Manage workplace OHS processes
Food safety electives
HLTFS309C Oversee the day -to -day implementation of food safety in the workplace
HLTFS310C Apply and monitor food safety requirements
First aid electives (Note , one or both first aid units may be required by some jurisdictions )
HLTFA302B Provide first aid in remote situation (Note pre -requisite : HLTFA301C)
HLTFA402C Apply advanced first aid (Note pre -requisite : HLTFA301C)
Oral health
CHCOHC401A Inform and encourage clients and groups to understand and achieve good oral health
CHCOHC402A Support and encourage clients and groups to learn practical aspects of oral health care
CHCOHC404A Recognise and respond to signs and symptoms that may indicate oral health issues
