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Diploma of Early Childhood and Education Care (CHC50121)
The courses in Early Childhood and Education Care reflects the role of educators in early childhood education and care who work in regulated children’s education services. Educators at this level are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum that meets the requirements of an approved learning framework and for maintaining compliance in other areas of service operations. They use specialised knowledge and analyse and apply theoretical concepts to diverse situations. They may have responsibility for supervision of volunteers or other educators.
The Diploma of Early Childhood and Education Care is available as a full time 72 weeks course. This course is comprised of 15 units. Students can expect 280 hours of work placement and will need to obtain a Police Check during the first week of the course.
Work Placement
Industry placement of 280 hours needs to be undertaken to successfully complete this course. For cost structure see HIC fees and charges for local students 2012.
Pre-requisites
Completion of Australian Secondary (Year 12) education or equivalent for Diploma courses. Proficiency in English – above 18 years old.
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Units of Competency for Diploma of Early Childhood and Education Care
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BSBTWK502
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Manage team effectiveness
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CHCECE041
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Work with diverse people |
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CHCECE042
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Foster holistic early childhood learning, development, and wellbeing
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CHCECE043
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Nurture creativity in children
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CHCECE044
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Facilitate compliance in a children’s education and care service
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CHCECE045
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Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children
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CHCECE046
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Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children
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CHCECE047
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Analyse information to inform children’s learning
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CHCECE048
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Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum
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CHCECE049
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Embed environmental responsibility in service
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CHCECE050
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Work in partnership with children’s families
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CHCPRP003
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Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
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BSBHRM413*
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Support the learning and development of teams and individuals
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CHCDIV003*
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Manage and promote diversity
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CHCMGT003*
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Lead the work team
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* HIC delivered electives – subject to change. Other electives may be counted under Recognition of Prior Learning or Credit Transfer.