Charles Darwin University (CDU) TAFE
6 months
VTP523 is a flexible 6-month part-time vocational program for home tutors in remote Central Australia, combining early childhood education, workplace safety, and four-wheel drive skills. Ideal for employed tutors seeking professional development in isolated communities.
There are no mandatory entry requirements for this qualification. However, applicants need to have the required skills and knowledge to undertake the qualification at this level. Completion of Year 10 or equivalent and a general command of spoken and written English to meet industry standards for communication are recommended. Everyone employed or volunteering in child-related work is legally required to hold an Ochre Card, which is mandatory to complete any work placement. A Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) evaluation helps identify any areas where additional support may be needed.
The program comprises eight units of competency covering: Follow Basic Food Safety Practices (30 hours), Perform Complex Four Wheel Drive Operations (80 hours), Support Children to Connect with the Natural Environment (50 hours), Operate Four Wheel Drive Vehicle on Unsealed Roads (40 hours), Participate in Workplace Health and Safety (20 hours), Set Up and Sustain Learning Areas (45 hours), Reflect on and Improve Own Professional Practice (120 hours), and Provide First Aid (18 hours). Total nominal hours: 403.
CDU is a proud multi-sector university and leader in research and flexible study delivery. The institution is innovative, industry-relevant, and student-centred, offering smaller class sizes for personalized attention, equal support for online and on-campus learners, inclusive learning environments, and deep connections with industry, businesses, and communities across the Northern Territory and beyond.
Upon completion, graduates can pursue further training pathways including CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. The qualification prepares home tutors for professional advancement in early childhood education and community services, with opportunities to transition into formal childcare positions, education support roles, or further tertiary education in teaching and education.
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