The CHCSS00141 Child Protection Skill Set provides essential skills for community services professionals to support children, families and communities to be safe and well. This skill set is designed for people working in both child protection roles, early childhood roles, or community support roles. The skills imparted include, but are not limited to, identifying children at risk and responding; promoting the rights of children; working together to provide safe environments; and applying trauma-informed practice. As a result of completing this skill set, you will have the knowledge and practical skills to mitigate harm, advocate for vulnerable children and contribute to the community's wellbeing, safety and strength so children can thrive. This skill set is highly desirable for career development in child protection.
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(Note: This eligibility requirement does not apply to individuals seeking to enrol in a skill set).
Student must be an Existing Worker in a front line service role involving direct contact with children, youth or families who hold a Certificate III qualification and may have a Certificate IV or higher level qualification.
| QUALIFICATION CODE AND NAME | NON – CONCESSIONAL STUDENTS | CONCESSIONAL STUDENTS |
|---|---|---|
| CHCSS00141 Child Protection Skill Set |
$10.00 PER UNIT, $40.00 TOTAL |
$5.00 PER UNIT, $20.00 TOTAL |
This fee can be paid by an employer, a family member, a friend, or another organisation, but it cannot be paid or waived. The fee amount represents the total costs to the student for the qualification, including materials costs.
This course has 4 units of competency:
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| CHCPRT025 | Identify and report children and young people at risk |
| CHCPRT026 | Support the rights and safety of children and young people |
| CHCPRT027 |
Work collaboratively to maintain an environment safe for
children and young people (This units requires at least 120 hours of work in a child protection or similar setting). |
| CHCMHS007 | Work effectively in trauma informed care |
