CERTIFICATE III CHILDREN’S SERVICES 
- CHC30708
CRICOS Course Code: 070633J
(Classroom Based)
Description
As an entry level qualification for the Childcare industry, this qualification covers workers who use organisation policies, procedures and individual children’s profiles to plan activities and provide care to children, facilitating their leisure and play and enabling them to achieve their developmental outcomes. Depending on the setting, workers may work under direct supervision or autonomously.
Course Structure
All units delivered in the Certificate III in Children’s Services are listed below and are delivered via face to face course delivery and in the field (work place). To suit individual student needs, the course is also delivered by distance learning (self paced
training). Teacher presentations, videos, resource texts, group exercises and role play are included in the classroom environment while distance learning students receive their course resources directly. Assessments are completed using industry accredited exercise resources, observations in the field (place of employment) and group exercises. All students receive a vocational training field placement book to record their assessments in the field
(child care centre).
Campus
Easy T Centre – 510 Scottsdale Drive, Robina Queensland 4226
Duration and Study Modes
20 Academic Weeks of Full Time Study or 29 Weeks of the Calendar Year - Classroom and Child Care Centre Based (Smarter Kids Kindergartens and Preschools)
Fees
Domestic Students Tuition Fees: here
International Students Tution Fees: here
Course Timetable
Full Time Class at Easy T Centre, Robina ( Mondays & Tuesdays 9:00 am to 3:30 pm)
Vocational Placement Smarter Kids Kidergartens and Preschool
Study Modes
Course delivery methods include class room activities supported by teacher presentations, guided demonstrations in the field; self paced activities and group work. Assessment methods include written assignments and exercises, group presentations, practical observations in the field, documentation of log book and set project tasks.
Full Time Classroom/ Field Placement Study Advantages
• Industry experts deliver face to face
• Practical experience received under direction of mentors at Childcare Centre
• Progress with supportive, friendly fellow students
• Industry experienced, qualified teacher support
• Consistent training methods ensuring high percentage of course completion rates
• Industry ready and employable immediately after course completion
Job Roles
Individuals with this qualification are able to perform roles such as:
• Preparing appetisers, salads, stocks, sauces and soups.
• Preparing vegetables, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes.
• Selecting, preparing and cooking poultry, seafood and meat.
• Preparing hot and cold desserts, pastries, cakes and yeast goods.
• Planning and preparing food for buffets.
Career opportunities
• Child Care Assistant
• Family Day Care Worker
• Nanny
• Out of School Hours Care Assistant *
• Recreation Assistant *
• Playgroup supervisor
* Depending on jurisdiction. Some jurisdictions require CHC40402 Certificate IV in Out of School Hours Care
Prerequisites
Students must demonstrate an interest in and suitability for work in the children’s services field with the ability to be responsible for the care of children. Applicants must also possess the study skills to complete the
formal study program, the physical, mental and emotional health to interact positively with children and parents.
Basic entry level computer skills (ability to word process,write and read emails and internet)
Entry requirements
Satisfactory completion of Year 10 or its equivalent or mature age. No previous knowledge is assumed for students of these units.
English Proficiency Level - English Level of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
Units of competency to be achieved
A total of 15units of competency is required for the award of a Certificate IIII in Community Services (Children’s Services). This includes:
- • 11 core (C) units and 4 elective (E) units
- • 20 weeks course duration
- • 160 hours industry field placement – Smarter Kids Kindergartens and Preschool
- • 9:30 am to 3:30 pm Monday & Tuesday - 12 hrs class room tuition per week (240 hours total)
- • 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Wednesday to Friday - 8 hrs industry placement for 20 weeks (160 hours total)*
- • Course Total: 400 HOURS (Course duration 6 months)
* 8 Hours industry placement divided over 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Wednesday to Friday, Smarter Kids Kindergartens www.smarterkids.com.au-
Core Units:
- 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
- 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
Elective Units:
- HLTHIR403B Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
- CHCRF301D Work effectively with families to care for the child
- CHCORG303A Participate effectively in the work environment
- CHCCN305A Provide care for babies
Credit Transfer
Credit will be given to any applicant who has successfully completed modules/units of competency which give the equivalence into training programs offered by the Australian College of Early Childhood Education and which have been gained with another recognised training organisation. You will need to produce your original statement of attainment or a certified copy for our records. (RCC)
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
What is Recognition of Prior Learning? - The acknowledgement of the full range of an individual's skills and knowledge acquired from previous industry skills. This means that you may be able to receive recognition for any units you may have acquired, regardless of where or how you acquired them. For example, you may have completed a formal training program at a College or University, or you may have acquired them through on-the-job training or even through some hobbies or community work in which you have been engaged. Additional RPL information – Click here
Course Dates
College Timetable - click
Distance Learning – No set dates
How to Enrol - Click Here
Applicants should apply directly to Study Solutions Australia by:
1 - Australian College of Early Childhood Education
Easy T Centre
510 Christine Ave
Robina
Qld, 4226 map
2 - Complete the Online Application Form.
- Click Here
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