Diploma of Children's Service


COURSE 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.

Course Structure

The qualification is delivered as follows:

72 week’s classroom based training of 20 hours face-to-face delivery per week. International students must attend a minimum of 20 hours study per week study as part of their Student Visa requirements.

In addition, learners are observed in the workplace over a period of 210 hours at a childcare center as part of training.
Total course duration is 76 weeks to include 5 weeks holiday
Work Placement

Learners will complete 210 hours of practical work placement within the Children’s Services Industry. This provides the opportunity for students to complete tasks that are a requirement of the work placement units and enables the trainer/assessor direct observation of each student in real time and locations. Students who are working will be assessed in the workplace as part of their normal range of duties.

There are 15 units required for this qualification

13 core units

5 elective units
Unit Code
Title
CHCCN511A
Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
CHCFC502A
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
CHCIC501B
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
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
CHCPR614C
Observe children and interpret observations
HLTHIR403
Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
Intake

Applications can be made any time, as monthly intake is available

Job Roles and Career Pathways:

Graduates from this qualification may find work in the following occupations:

Authorised supervisor (children’s services)

Centre manager (children’s services)
Childhood educator
Children's adviser
Children's service director/manager
Early childhood educator
Children's service coordinator
Director (Children's service
Group/team coordinator/leader (children's service)
Program leader (Children's service)
Child development worker
Intake

Applications can be made any time, as monthly intake is available

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, however the Institute requires that all candidates:

Completed Certificate III in Children Services CHC30712.

Have the physical capacity to work as a Childhood Educator
Have a positive attitude and caring value towards the kids
Be able to pass a National Police Clearance, and Working with Children check, in order to gain employment in the Community Services industry
Be willing to participate in workplace experience (unpaid) for up to 120 hours
Domestic students are expected to have completed Year 12 or equivalent and must be competent in English evidenced by successfully completing English language, literacy and numeracy testing

International students are expected to have completed Year 12 or equivalent and must complete Certificate III in Children Services.

International learners must meet Student Visa requirements and provide certified evidence of achievement of an IELTS Test Score of:
5.5 or above for direct entry into the course or
5.0 and a confirmation of enrollment or letter of offer in an ELICOS with a duration of no more than 20 weeks
Test older than two (2) years are not acceptable. or
Test 5 of English as a Foreign Language internet-based (TOFEL iBT) - Score: 46
Pearson Test English (PTE) Academic - Score:42
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) test (also known as Certificate in Advanced English) - Score:47
The Institute will provide support to international students while applying for working with children and police clearance certificates in Australia.

Assessment Methods

Assessment is structured throughout the course. If learners are unable to achieve competency, additional support is provided through mentoring and access to re-assessment as outlined in the Institute’s policies and procedures. Assessment is carried out through a range of the following tasks:

Questions
Case Studies / Scenarios
Practical Demonstrations at the workplace
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Learners with prior learning and work experience can apply for Recognition of Prior Learning. Learners who have completed corresponding units of competency and/or units contained within the packaging rules can apply for Credit Transfer. RPL evidence should include:

Work experience
Life experience
Previous study e.g. qualifications, industry training
Professional development programs or courses

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