This qualification covers workers in children's services responsible for planning, implementing and managing programs in early childhood services (0-5 years) in accordance with licensing, accreditation and duty of care requirements. Workers have responsibility for supervision of other staff and volunteers. Additional training required to work across 0-12 years of age.
Entry requirementsEntry requirements include demonstrated competence in 12 additional CHC08 competencies. Additional training required to work across 0-12 years of age and candidates must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process in a specified number and selection of units. Refer to CHC08 training package qualification structure for details.
Job outcome Career prospectsPossible occupational titles may include Authorised Supervisor; Centre Manager; Child care worker; Program leader; Child development worker.
| Unit code | Unit name |
|---|---|
| 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 |
There may be one or more elective competencies, these may differ between institutes. Please contact the institute for more information'.
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