18 units are required for award of this qualification including:
13 core units
5 elective units
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
Group A electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
Group B elective which is compulsory in some jurisdictions
Group C electives which are recommended for centre-based care
Other relevant electives listed below
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 the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Training Packages
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CHCCN511B 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
CHCIC501B 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
CHCPR502E Organise experiences to facilitate and enhance children's development
CHCPR509A Gather, interpret and use information about children
CHCPR510B Design, implement and evaluate programs and care routines for children
CHCRF511A Work in partnership with families to provide appropriate care for children
All workers undertaking children's services work need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Community Services Training Package.
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The children's services workplace is regarded as having particular potential for engendering stronger and more respectful relationships between non-Aboriginal Australians and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians and across the diverse groups in the community.
It is therefore 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
HLTHIR404D 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
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
PSPMNGT605B Manage diversity
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The following unit may be compulsory in some jurisdictions:
CHCORG506E Coordinate the work environment
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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
CHCINF407D Meet information needs of the community
CHCPR614D Observe children and interpret observations (Note pre-requisite: CHCPR509A)
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
Electives are to be selected in line with specified Packaging Rules.
The following list of relevant electives is intended to facilitate selection. Employers may specify certain electives as required to address specific workplace needs.
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
CHCPR515A Develop and implement a program to support sustainable practice
CHCPR614C Observe children and interpret observations (Note pre-requisite: CHCPR509A)
CHCICS406B 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
CHCCONS401C Facilitate changeover
CHCCONS402C Facilitate and monitor contact
CHCCONS403C Support families to develop relationships
CHCCD420B Work to empower Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities
CHCCN520C Advocate for the rights and needs of children and young people
CHCCS421B Undertake community sector work within own community
BSBMGT608C Manage innovation and continuous improvement
BSBRSK501A Manage risk
BSBSMB406A Manage small business finances
BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability
CHCADMIN508B Manage limited budgets and financial accountabilities
CHCAL523D Manage home based care administration requirements
CHCINF302D Maintain the organisation’s information systems
CHCINF407D Meet information needs of the community
CHCNET402B Establish and maintain effective networks
CHCORG423C Maintain quality service delivery
CHCORG614C Manage a community sector organisation
CHCPOL402C Contribute to policy development
BSBLED401A Develop teams and individuals
BSBMGT401A Show leadership in the workplace
CHCCS502C Maintain legal and ethical work practices
CHCCS513C Maintain an effective community sector work environment
CHCORG406C Supervise work
CHCORG529B Provide coaching and motivation
CHCORG610B Manage change in a community sector organisation
CHCORG611C Lead and develop others in a community sector workplace
CHCORG620D Promote and represent the service
CHCORG624E Provide leadership in community services delivery
CHCORG627B Provide mentoring support to colleagues
HLTWHS401A Maintain workplace WHS processes
HLTWHS501A Manage workplace WHS processes
HLTFS309C
Oversee the day-to-day implementation of food safety in the workplace
HLTFS310C
Apply and monitor food safety requirements
(Note, one or both first aid units may be required by some jurisdictions)
HLTFA302C Provide first aid in remote situation (Note pre-requisite: HLTFA311A)
HLTFA412A Apply advanced first aid (Note pre-requisite: HLTFA311A)
CHCOHC401A Inform and encourage clients and groups to understand and achieve good oral health
CHCOHC402A Support clients and groups to learn practical aspects of oral health care
CHCOHC404A Recognise and respond to signs and symptoms that may indicate oral health issues