Course Overview

This qualification covers workers who are responsible for day-to-day running of a before and after school care and/or vacation care service, including planning, implementing and managing programs which address licensing, accreditation and duty of care requirements.

At this level workers have responsibility for supervision of other staff and volunteers and in most states this diploma is the minimum qualification required under the national standards for outside school hours care coordinator positions.

This program will extend your knowledge and skills within children’s services and prepare participants for a leadership or management role within the children’s services profession.

Pathways
    

Qualification	Career Outcome
Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education)	Kindergarten Manager
Diploma of Children's Services (Early Childhood Education and Care) Diploma of Children's Services (Outside School Hours Care)	Co-ordinator, Pre-school Assistant
Certificate IV in Children's Services (Outside School Hours Care)	Outside School Care
Certificate III in Children's Services	Childcare Worker

For more information on pathways, please contact Student Experience Higher Education

Qualifications And Recognition

Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Diploma of Children's Services (Outside School Hours Care).

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Many GippsTAFE courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Click to learn more about RPL and how it can benefit you.

Employment Prospects

• Out of School Hours Care Coordinator
• Group Leader
• Service Manager
• Team Leader
• Program Leader
• Service Director
• Vacation Care Coordinator
  

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of Certificate IV in Children’s Services (Outside School Hours Care) or significant industry experience.

Pre-Requisites

To gain entry into CHC51008 Diploma of Children's Services (Outside school hours care) candidates must demonstrate competence through a recognized 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
CGCCN303A	Contribute to provision of nutritionally balanced food in a safe and hygienic manner
CHCCS400A	Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework
CHCFC301A	Support the development of children
CHCOSHC401A	Support children to participate in outside school hours care
CHCOSHC402A	Develop and implement activities in outside school hours care
CHCOSHC403A	Work effectively with children in outside school hours care
CHCPR301A	Provide experiences to support children's play and learning
HLTFA301B	Apply First Aid
HLTHIR403B	Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
HLTOHS300A	Contribute to OHS processes

How To Apply

Direct to Institute

Assessment

Assessment by workbooks, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), workplace assessment, written assignments

Opportunities For Further Study

Diploma of Education Support

Can prospective students enrol in individual units?

Yes.

Course Structure

Unit Code	Unit Name
Compulsory (11 Units)
CHCCN511B	Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
CHCFC512A	Foster physical development in middle childhood
CHCFC513A	Foster social development in middle childhood
CHCFC514A	Support emotional and psychological development in middle childhood
CHCFC515A	Foster cognitive development in middle childhood
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
CHCPOL504B	Develop and implement policy
CHCPR510B	Design, implement and evaluate programs and care routines for children
CHCRF511A	Work in partnership with families to provide appropriate care fore children
Electives (Select 7 Units) – Sample selection list
It is highly recommended that this qualification includes one of the following units to provide a foundation of knowledge and skills for 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
PSPMNGT605B	Manage diversity
As cultural diversity is a feature of our community, one of the following electives is also 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
CHCORG506D	Coordinate the work environment
CHCDIS301B	Work effectively with people with a disability
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
CHCPR509A	Gather, interpret and use information about children
CHCRH505C	Conduct a program for children and young people with special needs
CHCORG428A	Reflect on and improve own professional practice
CHCNET402B	Establish and maintain effective networks
CHCORG423B	Maintain quality service delivery
BSBMGT401A	Show leadership in the workplace
CHCORG627B	Provide mentoring support to colleagues
HLTOHS401A	Maintain workplace OHS processes