Depending on the setting, workers may work under direct supervision or autonomously. In some settings, the worker may also have limited supervisory responsibilities of volunteers.
A person under 18 years of age may be employed to work directly with children but cannot be counted as a 'primary contact' staff member.
This course may be completed through a Traineeship pathway or a fee for service enrolment.
Upon successful completion of this qualification, occupational titles may include:
- Child Care Assistant
- Nanny
- Recreation Assistant *
- Family Day Care worker
- Out of School Hours Care Assistant *
- Unqualified Child Care Worker
Core units include: