CHC30402

Certificate III in Children's Services

Program CRICOS Number:065222D

This program introduces you to the skills and knowledge relevant to the children’s service industry. On successful completion you will have the opportunity to apply for programs such as the Diploma of Children’s Services at Southbank Institute of Technology.

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 environment, workers may work under direct supervision or autonomously. In some environments, the worker may also have limited supervisory responsibilities of volunteers. Workers at this level are required to have an understanding of Indigenous culture and history and to work with local communities in the provision of services.




Entry Requirements

English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 (with no individual band less than 5.0) or TOEFL 530 or ISLPR 2+   
and
School Leavers must have completed Year 10 or equivalent with a Sound Achievement in English  
or
Successful completion of any Certificate II or higher award in any content area requiring formal written communication   
or
Non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study and personal competencies

Career Opportunities

Childcare assistant, family day care provider, outside school hours care assistant, teacher aide, kindergarten assistant, preschool assistant or employment as a nanny.

Program Duration

Full Time        38 weeks
Approximately 10 months

Industry generally requires students to undertake practical work experience.

Program Articulation

Successful completion of this program may assist students to gain entry into further study programs and/or may contribute towards study credits.

Program Award

Certificate III

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.

For additional information relating to RPL for this program, please contact:

The RPL Co-ordinator
13 72 48
rplcoordinator@southbank.edu.au

Venue

  • Southbank Campus

How to Apply

Contact Southbank International Services:
Email: sbit.international@southbank.edu.au
Mail: Locked Mail Bag 111
South Brisbane QLD 4101
Australia
Telephone: +(617) 3244 5100
Facsimile: +(617) 3244 5588

Applications Close

There is one intake per year, in February.

Applications can be made any time prior to the commencement of the program.

Cost


 $8,000.00

For Additional Information

Location:International
Telephone:(617) 3244 5100
Facsimile:(617) 3244 5588
Address 
In Person: International Services
66 Ernest St
C Block, Ground Level
South Brisbane
Mail: Southbank International Services
Locked Mail Bag 111
SOUTH BRISBANE QLD 4101
AUSTRALIA
Email: sbit.international@southbank.edu.au
Find us at:www.sbi.net.au

Outline

COMPULSORY
Course Code Course Name
CHCCHILD1C Identify and Respond to Children and Young People at Risk of Harm
CHCCNID Ensure Children`s Health and Safety
CHCCN2C Care for Children
CHCCN4D Respond to Illness, Accidents and Emergencies
CHCCS301A Work Within a Legal and Ethical Framework
CHCFC1C Support the Development of Children in the Service
CHCIC1C Interact Effectively with Children
CHCOHS301A Participate in Workplace Safety Procedures
CHCPR1C Deliver Services/Activities to Stimulate Children`s Development and Enhance Their Leisure
CHCPR3C Develop an Understanding of Children`s Interests and Developmental Needs
HLTFA301A Apply First Aid
ELECTIVES
Course Code Course Name
CHCCN5C Care for Babies
CHCCN3C Prepare Nutritionally Balanced Food in a Safe and Hygienic Manner
CHCORG3B Participate in the Work Environment
CHCRF11B Work in Partnership with Families to Care for the Child

International Student Information

Southbank Institute of Technology is situated in the city of Brisbane and is Queensland’s largest Government Vocational Education provider, with over 30,000 student enrolments per year. Southbank Institute of Technology is an ideal place to study. The Institute’s three campuses are located at Southbank, Kangaroo Point and Morningside, close to Brisbane’s Central Business District (CBD) and vibrant inner city areas.
Students at Southbank Institute of Technology have access to the Institute’s wide range of facilities and services. These include the Auditorium, Beauty and Natural Therapies Clinic, Bookshop, Cafe, Computer Laboratories, Conference and Function Facilities, Gymnasium and a Restaurant staffed by students from the Institute.

Teaching methods combine face-to-face delivery, self-study and project work. Students may be required to complete work experience and/or field trips to be eligible for the program award. Southbank Institute of Technology assists students in finding appropriate organisations in which to complete this component. The majority of classes are conducted in modern, air conditioned venues. Students have access to computers in our extensive library and e-Learn centres located on each campus.

Students may be required to sit for both open and closed book examinations and in some cases may be required to perform skills tests and/or oral presentations. Individual or group project work may also be used to determine competency.

The International Business Team consists of administrative and support staff, dedicated to assisting students throughout the various stages of study. This assistance ranges from Program Information to Admission Procedures, Entry Requirements, Visa Regulations and requirements for extending studies to Diploma or Degree level. The International Student Support Officer provides assistance with accommodation, Overseas Student Health Cover, public transport information and can refer students to other support services within and outside the Institute.
This brochure was last updated Monday, 22 June 2009
All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements
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