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.
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.
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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
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.
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.
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 campus is located at Southbank 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. Some of these facilities are staffed by the 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 centre located on 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 Sales and Administration Teams 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 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.
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. Some of these facilities are staffed by the 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 centre located on 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 Sales and Administration Teams 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 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 Tuesday, 16 February 2010
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
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
