CHC30402 CERTIFCATE III IN CHILDREN’S SERVICES

 

Description
As an entry level qualification for the Childcare industry, this program equips students with the necessary skills to plan activities and provide care to children, facilitating their leisure and play and enabling them to achieve their developmental outcomes.

Depending on the setting, students may work under direct supervision (classroom and field – childcare centre) or autonomously (self paced flexible learning). In some settings, the student may also have limited supervisory responsibilities of volunteers. Students at this level are required to have an understanding of the Indigenous culture and history and to work with local communities in the provision of services.

Campuses
• Easy T Centre –510 Christine Avenue, Robina 4226
• Smarter Kids Kindergarten and Preschool, 60 Investigator Drive, Robina 4226

Duration and Study Modes
20 weeks Full Time - Classroom/ Field Placement

Full Time Classroom/ Field Placement Study Advantages
• Industry experts deliver face to face
• Practical experience received under direction of mentors at Childcare Centre
• Progress with supportive, friendly fellow students
• Industry experienced, qualified teacher support
• Consistent training methods ensuring high percentage of course completion rates
• Industry ready and employable immediately after course completion

Distance Learning Study Advantages
• Self paced individual study to accommodate lifestyle
• Industry experienced and qualified teacher support
• Can enrol at any time
• Fast Track study option
• Study the unit online all the time – not by term, semester or year
• Discounts for purchasing entire course
• Maintain current work responsibilities and income while studying
• Field (work place) mentoring and assessment record book provided

Career opportunities
• Child Care Assistant
• Family Day Carer
• Nanny
• Out of School Hours Care Assistant *
• Recreation Assistant *
• Unqualified Child Care Worker
* Depending on jurisdiction. Some jurisdictions require CHC40402 Certificate IV in Out of School Hours Care

Course Structure
All units delivered in the Certificate III in Children’s Services are listed below and are delivered via face to face course delivery (classroom and in the field (work place).  To suit individual student needs, the course is also delivered by distance learning (self paced training resources), teacher presentations, videos, resource texts, group exercises and role play. Assessments are completed using industry accredited exercise resources, observations in the field (place of employment) and group exercises.

Packaging Rules
15 units must be selected for this qualification including:
• 11 compulsory units
• 4 elective units

Certificate III Children’s Services Course subjects

Core Units:

1- CHCCHILD1C Identify and respond to children and young people at risk of harm
2 - CHCCN1D Ensure children’s health and safety
3 - CHCCN2C Care for children
4 - CHCCN4D Respond to illness, accidents and emergencies
5 - CHCCS301A Work within a legal and ethical framework
6 - CHCFC1C Support the development of children in the service
7 - CHCIC1C Interact effectively with children
8 - CHCOHS301A Participate in workplace safety procedures
9 - CHCPR1C Deliver services/activities to stimulate children’s development and enhance their leisure
10 - CHCPR3C Develop an understanding of children’s interests and developmental needs
11 - HLTFA2A Apply advanced First Aid

Elective Units:

1 - CHCCHILD3A Promote the safety, well-being and welfare of children, young people and their families
2 - CHCCN3C Prepare nutritionally balanced food in a safe and hygienic manner
3 - CHCCN5C Care for babies
4 - CHCORG3B Participate in the work environment

Prerequisites
Students must demonstrate an interest in, and suitability for work in the children’s services field with the ability to be responsible
for the care of children. Applicants must also possess the study skills to complete the formal study program, the physical, mental
and emotional health to interact positively with children and parents.

Entry requirements
Satisfactory completion of an appropriate Year 10 or its equivalent or mature age.

Credit Transfer
Credit will be given to any applicant who has successfully completed modules/units of competency which give the equivalence into training programs offered by the Australian College of Early Childhood Education and which have been gained with another recognised training organisation. You will need to produce your original statement of attainment or a certified copy for our records.  (RCC)

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
What is Recognition of Prior Learning? - The acknowledgement of the full range of an individual's skills and knowledge acquired from previous industry skills. This means that you may be able to receive recognition for any units you may have acquired, regardless of where or how you acquired them. For example, you may have completed a formal training program at a College or University, or you may have acquired them through on-the-job training or even through some hobbies or community work in which you have been engaged. Additional RPL information – Click here

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Miscellaneous Fees
Application/ Resource Fee: $190
Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) = $100 per unit
Certificate Re-issue: $35
Distance learning student to attend class: $50 per unit

Course Dates
College Timetable - click
Distance Learning – No set dates

How to Enrol - Click Here

Enrolment Forms

Available at the Australian College of Early Childhood Education:

Australian College of Early Childhood Education
Easy T Centre
510 Christine Ave
Robina
Qld, 4226 map

Online Application Form. - Click Here

Further information please contacts:

Student Applications and Enrolments
Email: applications@studychildcare.com.au

General Questions - Student Support Services
Email: studentservices@studychildcare.com.au

Accounts and Payments
accounts@studychildcare.com.au