Certificate III in Children's Services 
 

 
Traineeship
National Code
: 
CHC30708 
CRICOS Code: 070399C 
Centre:
Health and Community Services
Location:
Elgar Campus,Industry Site,
Study Area: Children’s Services 
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Units of Competency

Duration

6 months

Intake dates

January

What does this course involve?

This course provides you with the ability to work as a Level III childcare worker in variety of early childhood settings and out-of-school hour's programs. Learn how to care and interact effectively with children, provide food and respond to illnesses and accidents. You will learn how to foster and support the emotional well being of infants and oversee their physical, social and psychological development. You will also learn how to provide administration support in a child care facility, and provide a safe and healthy working environment.

Entrance requirements

Australian Year 12 or equivalent with a pass, however relevant senior employment experience in industry will be considered.

English language proficiency

A minimum IELTS overall score of 5.5 (Academic).
A minimum TOEFL score of 530 for paper examination; 179 for computer based and 71 for Internet based.

Special admission requirements

None

Cost

$AUD5,650, per 6 months, plus amenities and materials fees.

What employment opportunities will I have?

This course may provide you with employment opportunities in; long day care, occasional care, out of school hour's care, family day care and sessional services, leisure centres, pre-school or kindergartens, neighbourhood houses, Australian migrant education program services and mobile services and other specialised services.

What further study options will I have?

You may be eligible to progress into the Diploma of Children’s Services (Early childhood education and care), Diploma of Applied Learning, or Certificate IV in Out of School Hours Care.

Accreditation

Nationally Recognised

Where will I study?

Elgar Campus,Industry Site,
All fees shown are in Australian dollars and do not include living or accommodation expenses. All fees quoted are indicative and are correct at the time of publishing. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.
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Units of Competency

Core
HLTHIR403B
Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
20 hr
HLTOHS300A
Contribute to OHS processes
20 hr
This unit specified the workplace performance required of an employee to contribute to OHS processes.
HLTFA301B
Apply first aid
18 hr
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide first aid, life support, casualty management and incident response, until more definitive assistance becomes available.
CHCCN301A
Ensure the health and safety of children
60 hr
CHCCN302A
Provide care for children
70 hr
CHCCN303A
Contribute to provision of nutritionally balanced food in a safe and hygienic manner
20 hr
CHCFC301A
Support the development of children
45 hr
CHCIC301D
Interact effectively with children
70 hr
CHCPR301A
Provide experiences to support children's play and learning
40 hr
CHCPR303D
Develop understanding of children's interests and developmental needs
20 hr
CHCCHILD401A
Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
30 hr
CHCCS400A
Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework
50 hr
Electives
CHCORG303A
Participate effectively in the work environment
20 hr
CHCCN305A
Provide care for babies
40 hr
CHCRF301D
Work effectively with families to care for the child
25 hr
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