Certificate III in Children's Services 
 

 
Traineeship
National Code
: 
CHC30708 
Short Course Guide
CRICOS Code: 070399C 
Centre:
Health and Community Services
Location:
Elgar Campus
Study Area: Children’s Services; 
Study Area Sub Category:  
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Units of Competency

What does this course involve?

This course provides you with the ability to work as a Level III childcare worker in a 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 wellbeing 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.

This course is also available to international students.

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.

As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

Accreditation

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).

Can I apply?

You may have prior experience or be currently working in the industry and need to upgrade your skills to obtain a qualification. If you are interested in working in this industry and have no previous experience then you are also eligible to apply. You must have:

  • a current National Police Record check
  • a current Working with Children check.

How do I apply?

Direct entry – beginning and mid-year entry.
You must download and complete a Box Hill Institute Application Form and attend one of the following information sessions in Building 3 Level 3, 465 Elgar Road Box Hill:

  • Tuesday 24th January from 5pm - 7pm.
If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

How will I be selected for this course?

  • Assessment of application
  • Test or examination
  • Information Session/s attendance required

Length of course

For those not working within the Children's Services industry 4 days a week or part time 2 days a week.
If you are working within the Children's Services industry approximately 4-6 months part time one night per week.

Where will I study?

Elgar Campus

What costs and other fees should I expect?

For this course, there are two fee structures. Visit the Government Subsidised Place Eligibility page to see if you are eligible for a Government subsidised place.

Government Subsidised Fees

  1. Tuition Fee - $2.17 per hour (max $1,250.00)
  2. Concession Tuition Fee - $187.50
  3. Service and Amenities Fee - $65.00 or 90.00
  4. Material Fees - contact the Institute
Fee For Service Fees

Fee for Service - this course will cost $5,000.00 if you aren't eligible for government subsidised training.

If you are an employer seeking training for groups of employees, contact the Institute for a customised package.

How will I be assessed?

  • Oral presentation
  • Written assessment
  • Practical assessment
  • Project work
  • Examination or testing
  • Online assessment
  • Workplace assessment

Will my previous experience or study count?

Advanced Standing is approved recognition of prior learning that is displayed as an Exemption (EX) on the student’s academic record. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.

 
Units of Competency

Core
CHCCS400A
Work Within a Relevant Legal And Ethical Framework
50.00 hr
This unit describes the knowledge and skills required to work within a legal and ethical framework that supports duty of care requirements.
CHCCN301A
Ensure The Health And Safety Of Children
60.00 hr
This unit describes the knowledge and skills required for a worker to ensure the health and safety of children.
CHCCN302A
Provide Care For Children
70.00 hr
This unit describes the knowledge and skills required by those working with children to ensure the child’s physical and emotional well being is maintained and their self sufficiency is nurtured.
CHCCN303A
Contribute To Provision Of Nutritionally Balanced Food In a Safe And Hygienic Manner
20.00 hr
This unit describes the knowledge and skills required to ensure babies, children and young people are provided nutritionally balanced, safe and hygienically prepared food.
CHCFC301A
Support The Development Of Children
45.00 hr
CHCIC301D
Interact Effectively With Children
70.00 hr
CHCPR301A
Provide Experiences To Support Children's Play And Learning
40.00 hr
CHCPR303D
Develop Understanding Of Children's Interests And Developmental Needs
20.00 hr
CHCCHILD401A
Identify And Respond To Children And Young People At Risk
30.00 hr
This unit describes the knowledge and skills required to address duty of care requirements, working within an ethical framework and applying relevant legislation, policies and procedures in responding to children and young people.
HLTFA301B
Apply First Aid
18.00 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.

HLTHIR403B
Work Effectively With Culturally Diverse Clients And Co-Workers
20.00 hr
This unit deals with the cultural awareness required for effective communication and cooperation with persons of diverse cultures.
HLTOHS300A
Contribute To OHS Processes
20.00 hr
This unit specified the workplace performance required of an employee to contribute to OHS processes.
Electives
CHCCN305A
Provide Care For Babies
40.00 hr
This unit describes the knowledge and skills required by anyone working with babies/infants to ensure that their physical and emotional well being is maintained.
CHCCS312A
Use Electronic Learning Materials
15.00 hr
This unit deals with the skills and knowledge required to provide basic organisation and support of learning through the use of electronic learning materials It involves the worker constructing and sustaining support processes to allow for learner engagement and management.
CHCRF301D
Work Effectively With Families To Care For The Child
25.00 hr
All fees quoted are indicative fees 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. An offer of a place is always subject to places being available. The Institute reserves the right to close applications when the course is full. Where minimum course numbers are not met, the course may be cancelled at short notice. In such instances and only when possible, an alternative option may be suggested for accredited courses. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.

Course Enquiries

Local Students
1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445)

International Students
+61 3 9286 9425

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