ObjectivesYou will develop the skills, knowledge and attitudes relevant to meet the intellectual language, physical, social and emotional needs of children in centre-based care. You will also learn about ethical work practices and the legal requirements of the child care industry.
Practical experienceSome of the learning and assessment occurs in the workplace or a simulated workplace.
Entry requirementsThis course is for people who want to work as qualified child care workers in centre-based and family day care.
Course descriptionThis course/qualification has been designed to enable learners to meet the
requirements of the Diploma of Children's Services CHC50302 in the
Community Services Training Package for Centre Based Care and Family Day
Care sectors.
The Training Package requirements for this qualification are that learners
achieve: Pre requisites - 13 units of competency Compulsory units -13 units of competency Elective units - 7 units of competency
Four TAFENSW modules have been added to the requirement of the Training
package. These are the four Professional Experience modules,which have
been included in the compulsory group to:
·ensure that the on the job requirements of the course/qualification-
a minimum of 320 hours of workplace learning and 80 hours of simulation
(playsession) is met.
·enable the assessor to validate that all workplace learning activities and
the compulsory training package requirements have been undertaken
·enable the teacher to manage learner participation in workplace
activities in learner workplace learning particularly in relation to
clients in vulnerable circumstances line with TAFE NSW's policy -Promoting
ethical practice during
Within the structure of this course/qualification:
Group 1 units of competency lead to the achievement of the pre-requisites.
Group 2 contains the compulsory units of competency.
Group 3 sub group 1 lead to the achievement of the elective units
nominated by the NSW Industry reference group for Centre Based Care,
-Learners who wish to seek employment in NSW in Centre Based Care should
select this sub group.
Group 3 sub group 2 lead to the achievement of the elective units
nominated by the NSW Industry reference group for Family Day Care,
-Learners who wish to seek employment in NSW in Family Day Care should
select this sub group .
Group 4 contains the electives listed in the qualification and is provided
recognition purposes.
The Community Services Training Package permits the selection of elective
units from this Training Package, not listed in the qualification, at this
qualification level or higher. It also permits the selection of elective
units at this qualification level only from other relevant National
Training Package and enterprise specific units.
The following modules have been included in Group 4 subgroup 1 as a device
permit the recognition of any imported elective unit of competency as
specified above:
· 3294V AQF Level 5 Imported Elective unit
· 3294W AQF Level 6 Imported Elective unit
Group 5 are enrichment units and do not count towards course completion.
The unit of competency THHGHS01B Follow workplace hygiene procedures is
included in Group 5 for those learners requiring this unit for employment.
completion of the unit of competency CHCCN3C Prepare nutritionally
balanced food in a safe and hygienic manner gives advanced standing to
THHGHS01B Follow workplace hygiene procedures.
The module 3295Y Learner Orientation-Children's Services is included in
Group 5 to provide an overview of the industry and an opportunity for
learners to prepare a portfolio of evidence of of their existing knowledge
determine their learning needs and/or for the purposes of recognition of
prior learning .
Learners who wish to exit with a CHC30402 Certificate III in Children's
Services, upon completion of Group 1- Pre requisite units, have two
choices:
1.Learners who are undertaking the NSW pathway will need to complete an
additional elective unit-CHCRF1B Work effectively with families in caring
for the child.
2.All other learners who wish to exit with a Certificate III in Children's
Services will need to complete 1 additional elective unit from this
Diploma.
TUTORIAL SUPPORT
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Learners who may require additional support will be able to co-enrol in the
Learner Support course 9999. This course provides support for language,
literacy and numeracy needs. There is no additional enrolment fee for this
course.
Course Elective Completion:
Group 3 or 4 must be completed
Group 1 PRE-REQUISITE UNITS
All module/units must be completed
* indicates that the module contributes to the grade of the award
Modules/Units Name Hrs
CHCCHILD1C Identify and respond to children and young people at risk of harm 18
CHCCN1D * Ensure children's health and safety 30
CHCCN2C * Care for children 48
CHCCN4D * Respond to illness accidents and emergencies 24
CHCCN5C * Care for babies 48
CHCCS301A Work within a legal and ethical framework. 60
CHCFC1C * Support the development of children in the service 48
CHCIC1C * Interact effectively with children 48
CHCOHS301A Participate in workplace safety procedures 20
CHCORG3B Participate in the work environment 30
CHCPR1C * Deliver services/activities to stimulate children's development and enhance their leisure 48
CHCPR3C * Develop an understanding of children's interests and developmental needs 30
HLTFA301B Apply first aid 15
Group 2 COMPULSORY UNITS
All module/units must be completed
* indicates that the module contributes to the grade of the award
Modules/Units Name Hrs
3294R Professional experience I 5
3295Z Professional experience II 5
3295ZA Professional experience III 5
3295ZB Professional experience IV 5
CHCCHILD2C Support the rights and safety of children within duty of care requirements 30
CHCCN11C * Establish, manage and monitor the implementation of a safe and healthy environment 48
CHCCN8B Plan care routines 24
CHCFC2C * Foster and enhance children's development 56
CHCFC3C * Foster and enhance children's social, emotional and psychological development 48
CHCFC5C * Foster and enhance children's cognitive and language development 60
CHCIC10C * Establish and implement plans for developing responsible behaviour 36
CHCIC12C * Plan for the inclusion of children with additional needs 36
CHCOHS501A Manage workplace OHS management system 40
CHCPR10C * Design, implement and evaluate programs of the service 140
CHCPR2C * Arrange/organise experiences which facilitate and enhance children's development 72
CHCPR9C * Document, interpret and use information about children 70
CHCRF11B * Work in partnership with families to care for the child 48
Group 3 (Optional) NOMINTED ELECTIVES FOR NSW
1 subgroup must be completed
All module/units must be completed
Subgroup 1
All module/units must be completed
* indicates that the module contributes to the grade of the award
Modules/Units Name Hrs
CHCCN3C Prepare nutritionally balanced food in a safe and hygienic manner 27
CHCFC6C * Provide experiences which facilitate children's expressive development 96
CHCFC7C * Use music as a medium to enhance children's experience and development 72
CHCFC8A * Provide experiences which enhance children's development and learning 72
CHCIC11B Implement and promote inclusive policies and practices 78
CHCORG14B Manage a service organisation 84
CHCPOL3A Undertake research activities 40
Subgroup 2
All module/units must be completed
* indicates that the module contributes to the grade of the award
Modules/Units Name Hrs
CHCAL23C Manage home based care administration requirements 70
CHCCN3C Prepare nutritionally balanced food in a safe and hygienic manner 27
CHCFC6C * Provide experiences which facilitate children's expressive development 96
CHCFC7C * Use music as a medium to enhance children's experience and development 72
CHCFC8A * Provide experiences which enhance children's development and learning 72
CHCIC11B Implement and promote inclusive policies and practices 78
CHCPOL3A Undertake research activities 40
Group 4 (Optional) ELECTIVES AS LISTED IN THE QUALIFICATION
At least 7 module/units must be completed
* indicates that the module contributes to the grade of the award
Modules/Units Name Hrs
3294V AQF level 5 imported elective unit 1
3294W AQF level 6 imported elective unit 1
BSBMGT608A Manage innovation and continuous improvement 50
BSBMGT609A Manage risk 40
CHCADMIN4B Manage the organisation's finances, accounts and resources 60
CHCAL23C Manage home based care administration requirements 70
CHCCHILD6A Conduct investigation 36
CHCCN20B Advocate for the rights and needs of children and young people 20
CHCCN3C Prepare nutritionally balanced food in a safe and hygienic manner 27
CHCCS405A Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers 40
CHCFC6C * Provide experiences which facilitate children's expressive development 96
CHCFC7C * Use music as a medium to enhance children's experience and development 72
CHCFC8A * Provide experiences which enhance children's development and learning 72
CHCIC11B Implement and promote inclusive policies and practices 78
CHCINF5B Meet statutory and organisational information requirements 50
CHCINF7B Meet information needs of the community 54
CHCOHS502A Evaluate and improve workplace OHS management system 50
CHCORG11B Lead and develop others 44
CHCORG14B Manage a service organisation 84
CHCORG20B Promote and represent the service 55
CHCORG28A Reflect and improve upon professional practice 40
CHCORG5B Maintain an effective work environment 55
CHCORG6B Co-ordinate the work environment 80
CHCPOL2A Contribute to policy development 30
CHCPOL3A Undertake research activities 40
CHCPR14B Observe children and interpret observations 36
CHCQM601A Manage an accreditation process 48
Group 5 ENRICHMENT
You may choose modules/units from this group but they do not count towards course completion
Modules/Units Name Hrs
3295Y Learner orientation- children's services 12
CHCRF1C Work effectively with families in caring for their child 44
NSWTTRP101A Plan for education and employment 20
THHGHS01B Follow workplace hygiene procedures 9