Dip of Childrens Services CHC50302
This qualification is designed to cover workers who are responsible for developing and evaluating the programs in the Child Care Centre. Workers at this level have responsibility for the supervision of staff, volunteers and caring for children ranging from 0 to 12 years old. This qualification is designed to reflect the highest qualification required at Centre Director or Centre Supervisor Level.
Course Outline
Cluster 1 The Workplace
CHCCN11C Establish, manage and monitor the Implementation of a safe and healthy environment
CHCOHS501A Manage management workplace OHS system
CHCCJILD2C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
CHCIC11B Implement and promote inclusive policies and practices
CHCPOL2A Contribute to policy development
Cluster 2 Play and Development
CHCFC2C Foster and enhance childrens development
CHCFC3C Foster and enhance childrens social emotional and psychological development
CHCFC5C Foster and enhance childrens cognitive and language development
CHCFC6C Provide experiences which facilitate childrens expressive development
CHCFC7C Use music as a medium to enhance childrens expressive development
CHCFC8A Provide experiences which enhance childrens development and learning
Cluster 3 Planning Programs
CHCCN8B Plan care routines
CHCPR10C Design, implement and evaluate programs of the services
CHCPR9C Document, interpret and use information about children
CHCPR2C Arrange / organize experiences which facilitate and enhance childrens development
CHCPR14B Observe children and interpret observationsCluster 4 Resources and support
CHCIC10C Establish and implement plans for developing responsible behaviour
CHCIC12C Plan the inclusion of children with additional needs
CHCRF11B Work in partnership with families to care for the child
Eligibility
Students are required to have successfully completed Certificate III in Children`s Services the ability to read and write simple documents and collect basic numerical data. You must be 17 years old by completion of the course. You must also undergo a police check for a criminal background in order to work in Childcare as well as a medical certificate with tuberculosis clearance.
How is the course delivered?
This course is available through a Traineeship or RPL Assessment Pathways. You must have at least three years work experience full time in a child care centre to be considered for RPL Assessment.
What is the Cost of this Course?
As this program is government funded the fees are the same as TAFE. Please telephone the Administration Officer for the actual cost. Payment Plans are available.