Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Units of Competency

Units of Competency

• BSBTWK502: Manage team effectiveness (Core)

  This unit provides the essential skills and knowledge needed to lead teams effectively in the workplace while actively contributing to the management of your organisation.

  Ideal for individuals in managerial roles, this unit empowers you to foster a positive, collaborative culture within your teams. At this level, you’ll be working with complex and varied methods and procedures, drawing on your discretion and judgement to navigate challenges. You’ll also have the opportunity to enhance your problem-solving and decision-making strategies, equipping you to drive success and innovation within your organisation. This is the perfect course for those looking to strengthen their leadership abilities and make a lasting impact in their managerial career.

• CHCECE041: Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children (Core)

  This unit equips you with the skills and knowledge necessary to monitor and maintain health and safety across various critical areas, including individual health, hygiene, infectious disease control, supervision, risk management, and incident and emergency management. You’ll also have the opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvement of workplace health and safety policies and procedures, ensuring a safe environment for all.

  Designed for educators in regulated children’s education and care services across Australia, this unit empowers you to implement and monitor best practices according to established service policies and procedures. You may also provide guidance to other workers, helping to create a safer, healthier workplace for both staff and children. This is the ideal unit for those who want to take an active role in promoting workplace safety and wellbeing.

• CHCECE042: Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing (Core)

  This unit provides you with the skills and knowledge needed to foster and enhance the holistic learning, development, and wellbeing of children from birth to six years of age. You’ll develop a deep understanding of the various developmental domains and the theories behind them, learning how to connect these domains to support the child’s overall development.

  Ideal for educators working within regulated children’s education and care services in Australia, this unit empowers you to develop and implement curriculum within an approved learning framework. You’ll work independently, guided by the philosophy of your service, to create enriching, developmentally appropriate learning experiences for young children. This unit is perfect for those passionate about making a meaningful impact on children’s lives and supporting their growth across all areas of development.

• CHCECE043: Nurture creativity in children (Core)

  This unit provides you with the skills and knowledge needed to foster and enhance the holistic learning, development, and wellbeing of children from birth to six years of age. You’ll develop a deep understanding of the various developmental domains and the theories behind them, learning how to connect these domains to support the child’s overall development.

  Ideal for educators working within regulated children’s education and care services in Australia, this unit empowers you to develop and implement curriculum within an approved learning framework. You’ll work independently, guided by the philosophy of your service, to create enriching, developmentally appropriate learning experiences for young children. This unit is perfect for those passionate about making a meaningful impact on children’s lives and supporting their growth across all areas of development.

• CHCECE044: Facilitate compliance in a children’s education and care service (Core)

  This unit provides the essential skills and knowledge to facilitate compliance with legislative, regulatory, and National Quality Framework (NQF) requirements in an education and care service. You’ll gain the expertise to ensure that your service operates within the framework of legal and regulatory standards, while also contributing to the ongoing improvement of the services provided.

  Ideal for educators working in regulated children’s education and care services across Australia, this unit equips you to offer guidance to others while taking on key responsibilities to drive continuous service improvement. It’s perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact by ensuring high-quality, compliant care and education for children.

• CHCECE045: Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children (Core)

  This unit equips you with the skills and knowledge to develop guidelines that promote positive and respectful interactions and behaviours, while supporting and monitoring children’s learning, development, and wellbeing in these areas.

  Perfect for educators working at a leadership level in regulated children’s education and care services across Australia, this unit empowers you to work collaboratively according to the philosophy of your service. You’ll also provide valuable guidance to others, ensuring a supportive and respectful environment that fosters positive growth for every child. This unit is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact in leadership roles, shaping the future of children’s education and care.

• CHCECE046: Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children (Core)

  This unit provides the skills and knowledge required to promote inclusion and diversity, while planning, implementing, and monitoring individual support strategies for children.

  Ideal for educators in leadership roles within regulated children’s education and care services across Australia, this unit empowers you to work collaboratively, following the philosophy of your service. You will also provide essential guidance to others, ensuring that each child’s unique needs are met with respect and support. Perfect for those passionate about fostering an inclusive environment and making a lasting difference in the lives of children.

• CHCECE047: Analyse information to inform children’s learning (Core)

  This unit equips you with the skills and knowledge to gather and analyse information about children’s learning, using this valuable insight to inform and enhance your educational practice.

  Designed for educators developing and implementing curriculum within an approved learning framework in regulated children’s education and care services across Australia, this unit enables you to work independently while aligning your approach with the philosophy of your service. It’s ideal for those looking to refine their practice and ensure that each child’s learning journey is supported and enriched.

• CHCECE048: Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum (Core)

  This unit provides the skills and knowledge needed to plan, implement, and evaluate curriculum over time, ensuring that it fosters children’s learning and development in a meaningful way.

  Perfect for educators developing and delivering curriculum within an approved learning framework in regulated children’s education and care services across Australia, this unit empowers you to work independently while staying aligned with the philosophy of your service. It’s an ideal opportunity for those who want to create a lasting impact by shaping the learning experiences that nurture and guide young children’s growth.

• CHCECE049: Embed environmental responsibility in service operations (Core)

  This unit provides the essential skills and knowledge to develop, implement, and evaluate a sustainability management plan, while also supporting children’s environmental responsibility in the process.

  Ideal for educators working within regulated children’s education and care services across Australia, this unit empowers you to implement sustainable practices in alignment with established organisational policies. You’ll work collaboratively, following the philosophy of your service, and provide guidance to others, helping to nurture environmentally conscious behaviours in both children and staff. It’s the perfect opportunity for those passionate about fostering sustainability and shaping a greener future for the next generation.

• CHCECE050: Work in partnership with children’s families (Core)

  This unit equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to establish strong relationships with families, connect with the local and broader community, and promote collaboration and information sharing to support effective education and care for children.

  Designed for educators working at a senior operational or leadership level in regulated children’s education and care services across Australia, this unit empowers you to work collaboratively in line with the philosophy of your service. You’ll also provide guidance to others, ensuring that families are actively involved in the learning journey and that children receive the best possible care and education. This is the perfect opportunity for those looking to strengthen community ties and make a positive impact on children’s development.

• CHCPRP003: Reflect on and improve own professional practice (Core)

  This unit provides the skills and knowledge needed to evaluate and enhance your own practice through reflective processes and continuous professional development.

  Perfect for workers across all industry sectors, this unit encourages you to take proactive responsibility for your own growth and learning. It’s an excellent opportunity to invest in your professional development, ensuring that you continue to evolve and improve in your role, no matter your field.

• BSBSTR501: Establish innovative work environments (Elective)

  This unit equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to create an environment that fosters a holistic approach to integrating innovation across all areas of work practice.

  Ideal for individuals in leadership or management roles across any industry or community context, this unit empowers you to drive innovation and improve practices. Whether you’re employed by an organisation, working as an external contractor, or leading a cross-organisation or self-formed team, this unit provides the tools to inspire change and elevate your leadership capabilities. It’s the perfect opportunity for those seeking to lead with vision and innovation, making a lasting impact in their field.

• CHCECE053: Respond to grievances and complaints about the service (Elective)

  This unit provides the skills and knowledge needed to effectively resolve grievances and complaints, ensuring a high standard of service and satisfaction.

  Ideal for educators in leadership roles within children’s education and care services across Australia, this unit empowers you to address concerns and foster positive outcomes. Working collaboratively in line with the service’s philosophy, you’ll enhance your ability to manage sensitive situations and maintain a supportive, harmonious environment for both children and families. This is the perfect opportunity for those looking to strengthen their leadership skills and improve service delivery.

• BSBPEF502: Develop and use emotional intelligence (Elective)

  This unit equips you with the skills and knowledge to develop and apply emotional intelligence, enhancing self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management in the workplace.

  Ideal for individuals who analyse, synthesise, and act on information from various sources, this unit is perfect for those who handle unpredictable challenges as part of their job role. Whether you’re leading a team or managing a work area, this unit provides the tools to improve your interpersonal skills, strengthen your leadership abilities, and navigate complex workplace dynamics with confidence and emotional intelligence.

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