Microcredential – Foster Holistic Learning, Development and Well-Being for School-Age Children
This course teaches you how to support the overall growth and wellbeing of school-age children. You’ll learn how to use research on child development to create activities that help kids learn, explore, and make decisions. You’ll also discover how to work with families and colleagues, and how to reflect on your work to keep improving the learning experience for children.
Course Structure
Unit - Foster Holistic Learning, Development and Well-Being for School-Age Children
| 1. Develop, maintain and share knowledge of childhood development for school age children. | 1.1. Identify and access credible sources of information and evidence about childhood development. 1.2. Use critical thinking to interpret and compare information from different sources and perspectives. 1.3. Assess the relevance of information in the context of own work and learning frameworks used. 1.4. Identify and use opportunities to update and enhance own knowledge. 1.5. Identify and use opportunities to share knowledge with colleagues and others involved in the care and education of children. |
| 2. Foster development in all developmental domains.
| 2.1. Investigate and act on ways to integrate evidence about childhood development into work practice. 2.2. Identify suitable strategies to support development for specific domains. 2.3. Plan, document and provide environments and curriculum with appropriate levels of challenge across developmental areas where children are encouraged to explore, experiment and take risks in their learning and leisure activities. |
| 3. Foster holistic and collaborative practice.
| 3.1. Observe and monitor children’s skills and development in ways that reflect the interrelationships between different developmental domains. 3.2. Develop and use tools and resources in ways that reflect the interrelated nature of development. 3.3. Plan and provide play opportunities that allow children to experience agency through being active decision makers in the learning environment. 3.4. Create opportunities that facilitate collaboration and diverse contributions to the learning community. |
| 4. Evaluate work practice. | 4.1. Monitor children’s development and critically reflect on own practice for continuous improvement. 4.2. Identify and use opportunities to gather feedback from colleagues, families and children. 4.3. Use and expand on children’s ideas and skills to improve practice in the context of childhood development. 4.4. Make evaluation a regular activity, and document outcomes according to service policies and procedures. 4.5. Use evaluation outcomes to influence the design of future practice. |
Study Hours
Estimated duration 15 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment
Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
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Graduation
A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.
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Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
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- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support via email;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18. In some circumstances, enrolments from younger people may be considered. Please complete the AOC Parent Guardian Consent Form prior to enrolling and submit here.
Are there any computer requirements?
To study online with Australian Online Courses you will need a computer (desktop PC/laptop) running a current/updated operating system with reliable high-speed internet access. You will need to use the Google Chrome browser to access your course.
When can I start this course?
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How is this course delivered?
This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
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