1220.0 - ANZSCO - Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations, 2013, Version 1.3  
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MINOR GROUP 421 CHILD CARERS


    CHILD CARERS provide care and supervision for children in residential homes and non-residential childcare centres.
    Indicative Skill Level:
Most occupations in this minor group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:
    AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3); or

    AQF Certificate II or III, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In New Zealand:
    NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3); or

    NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

    Tasks Include:
    • assisting in the preparation of materials and equipment for children's education and recreational activities
    • managing children's behaviour and guiding children's social development
    • preparing and conducting activities for children
    • entertaining children by reading and playing games
    • supervising children in recreational activities
    • supervising the daily routine of children
    • supervising the hygiene of children




This section contains the following subsection :
          UNIT GROUP 4211 Child Carers

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