CHC50908 Diploma of Children’s Services (Early childhood education and care)
Job Roles
Authorised supervisor (children’s services)
Children’s services coordinator
Centre manager (children’s services)
Director (children’s services)
Child care worker
Group/team coordinator/leader
Children’s adviser
Program leader
Children’s service director / manager
Child development worker
Entry requirements
To gain entry into CHC50908 Diploma of Children’s Services (Early childhood education and care) candidates must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following units of competency:
CHCCHILD401A Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
CHCCN301A Ensure the health and safety of children
CHCCN302A Provide care for children
CHCCN303A Contribute to provision of nutritionally balanced food in a safe and hygienic manner
CHCCN305A Provide care for babies
CHCCS400A Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework
CHCFC301A Support the development of children
CHCIC301D Interact effectively with children
CHCPR301A Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning
CHCPR303D Develop understanding of children’s interests and developmental needs
HLTFA301B Apply first aid
HLTOHS300A Contribute to OHS processes
Qualification rules
To achieve a of Diploma of Children’s Services (Early childhood education and care), 18 units must be completed:
13 compulsory units
5 elective units
A wide range of elective units is available and may include:
Relevant electives listed below the compulsory units for this qualification
Units of competency to address workplace requirements and packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in Community Services and/or Health Training Packages
Where appropriate, to address workplace requirements, units of competency packaged at this level or higher in other relevant Training Packages
Compulsory Units (all required)
CHCCN511A Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
CHCFC502A Foster 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
CHCIC501A 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
CHCPR502D Organise experiences to facilitate and enhance children’s development
CHCPR509A Gather, interpret and use information about children
CHCPR510A Design, implement and evaluate programs and care routines for children
CHCRF511A Work in partnership with families to provide appropriate care for children
Electives –select 5
It is highly recommended that this qualification includes one of the following units to provide a foundation of knowledge and skills for:
- Staff to support and promote respect for and awareness of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities where there are no Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children attending or residing in the local area
Staff who work specifically with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children and Families
CHCIC302A Support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander families to participate in children’s services
HLTHIR404B Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
As cultural diversity is a feature of our community, one of the following electives is recommended for inclusion:
CHCIC511A Implement and promote inclusive policies and practices in children’s services
HLTHIR403B Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
Relevant electives
The following unit may be compulsory in some jurisdictions:
CHCORG506C Coordinate the work environment
Recommended electives for centre-based care
The following units of competency are recommended for work in centre-based care at Diploma level. Employers may specify electives required for their workplace if appropriate.
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
CHCIC511A Implement and promote inclusive policies and practices in children’s services
CHCINF407C Meet information needs of the community
CHCPR614C Observe children and interpret observations
(Note pre-requisite: CHCPR509A)
HLTHIR403B Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
Other Electives
Children’s services electives
CHCFAM503B Work with a child focused approach
CHCFC507A Use music to enhance children’s experience and development
CHCFC508A Foster children’s aesthetic and creative development
CHCFC520C Promote ethical understanding of children
CHCPR509A Gather, interpret and use information about children
CHCPR515A Develop and implement a program to support sustainable practice
CHCPR614C Observe children and interpret observations
(Note pre-requisite: CHCPR509A)
Client support and professional practice electives
CHCICS406A Support client self-management
CHCLD415A Confirm client developmental status
CHCLD515A Analyse client information for service planning and delivery
(Note pre-requisite CHCLD415A)
CHCORG428A Reflect on and improve own professional practice
Children’s contact services electives
CHCCONS401B Facilitate changeover
CHCCONS402B Facilitate and monitor contact
CHCCONS403B Support families to develop relationships
Advocacy and diversity electives
CHCCD420A Work to empower Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities
CHCCN520C Advocate for the rights and needs of children and young people
CHCCS421A Undertake community sector work within own community
Business administration electives
BSBMGT608B Manage innovation and continuous improvement
BSBRSK501A Manage risk
BSBSMB406A Manage small business finances
CHCADMIN508A Manage limited budgets and financial accountabilities
CHCAL523D Manage home based care administration requirements
CHCINF302C Maintain the organisation’s information systems
CHCINF407C Meet information needs of the community
CHCNET402A Establish and maintain effective networks
CHCORG423A Maintain quality service delivery
CHCORG614A Manage a community sector organisation
CHCPOL402B Contribute to policy development
Leadership and supervision electives
BSBLED401A Develop teams and individuals
BSBMGT401A Show leadership in the workplace
CHCCS502A Maintain legal and ethical work practices
CHCCS513A Maintain an effective community sector work environment
CHCORG406A Supervise work
CHCORG529B Provide coaching and motivation
CHCORG610A Manage change in a community sector organisation
CHCORG611A Lead and develop others in a community sector workplace
CHCORG620C Promote and represent the service
CHCORG624C Provide leadership in community services delivery
CHCORG627B Provide mentoring support to colleagues
HLTOHS400A Maintain OHS processes
Food safety electives
HLTFS309B Oversee the day-to-day implementation of food safety in the workplace
HLTFS310B Apply and monitor food safety requirements
First aid electives (Note, one or both first aid units may be required by some jurisdictions)
HLTFA302A Provide first aid in remote situation (Note pre-requisite: HLTFA301B)
HLTFA402B Apply advanced first aid (Note pre-requisite: HLTFA301B)
