Certificate III In Children's Services
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The Certificate III in Children’s Services is regarded as the entry level qualification to a career in the early childhood industry. Students are introduced to the skills and knowledge relevant to the children’s services profession. This qualification covers workers who use organisational 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 milestones.Vocational outcomes for graduates of this qualification may include:
- Child care assistant
- Family day carer
- Nanny
- Out of school hours care assistant
- Unqualified child care worker
Compulsory Units (11)
| 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 (4)
TLC has pre-selected the following electives to ensure graduates gain diverse experience relevant to childcare settings:
| CHCIC302A | Support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander families to participate in children’s services |
| CHCORG303A | Participate effectively in the work environment |
| CHCCN305A | Provide care for babies |
| HLTHIR403B | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers |
