This course is designed to prepare workers to be responsible for the planning and implementation of quality programs for children to best meet their developmental needs.
80 weeks
Work based training: 210 hours
Melbourne
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| Unit Code | Unit of Competency |
|---|---|
| CHCPR509A | Gather, interpret and use information about children |
| CHCFC504A | Support emotional and psychological development in early childhood |

| Unit Code | Unit of Competency |
|---|---|
| CHCFC506A | Foster children’s language and communication development |
| CHCCN511A | Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment for children |

| Unit Code | Unit of Competency |
|---|---|
| CHCIC501A | Manage children’s services workplace practice to address regulations and quality assurance |
| HLTHIR403B | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers |

| Unit Code | Unit of Competency |
|---|---|
| CHCFC508A | Foster children’s aesthetic and creative development |
| CHCIC511A | Implement and promote inclusive policies and practices in children’s services |
| CHCFC502A | Foster physical development in early childhood |

| Unit Code | Unit of Competency |
|---|---|
| CHCFC505A | Foster cognitive development in early childhood |
| CHCFC507A | Use music to enhance children’s experience and development |

| Unit Code | Unit of Competency |
|---|---|
| CHCFC503A | Foster social development in early childhood |
| CHCIC510A | Establish and implement plans for developing cooperative behaviour |
| CHCIC512A | Plan and implement inclusion of children with additional needs |

| Unit Code | Unit of Competency |
|---|---|
| CHCCN520C | Advocate for the rights and needs of children and young people |
| CHCPR502D | Organise experiences to facilitate and enhance children’s development |

| Unit Code | Unit of Competency |
|---|---|
| CHCPR510A | Design, implement and evaluate programs and care routines for children |
| CHCRF511A | Work in partnership with families to provide appropriate care for children |
The delivery and assessment of this course complies with the requirements of the CHC50908 Diploma of Children’s Services (Early childhood education and care). Clients selecting this course will be required to undertake assessment of acquired skills in both the Institutional setting and within a commercial, community, or business scope.
Resources and Prescribed
Text Book list will be issued during Orientation.
Carrick Institute of Education is a registered provider for VET FEE-HELP. If you are an Australian citizen or Permanent Humanitarian Visa holder, you may be eligible for Commonwealth assistance through VET FEE-HELP.
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Students located in Victoria may be eligible to have this qualification subsidised by
the State Government via Skills Victoria
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For the Fee for Service price, please contact Carrick study@carrick.edu.au
The costs of text books, kits and materials are the responsibility of students and range from $0 - $1,000.
Information on booklists, kits and materials are issued by request or during Orientation.