New applications for this programme are not being accepted in 2024.
Overview
The Postgraduate Diploma in Child-Centred Practice (PGDipCCP) requires at least twelve months of full-time or its equivalent in part-time study. The aim of this interdisciplinary postgraduate programme is to develop the knowledge and skills of a range of professionals who work with and who have an interest in studying current policy and practice issues which affect the well-being and rights of children.
Candidates for the programme are required to have a degree or professional qualification (of at least three years full-time or equivalent part-time study), relevant to working with children and families.
The diploma aims to prepare graduates for careers in leading, administering and managing policy and practice relating to children's advocacy and well-being.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Child-Centred Practice (PGDipCCP) is also available through Distance Learning.
Programme details
Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Child-Centred Practice (PGDipCCP)
Admission to the Programme
Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Board of the Division of Humanities.
Every applicant shall either
be a graduate or possess an appropriate professional qualification requiring at least three years of full-time tertiary study; or
have alternative qualifications or experience related to Childhood Studies which are acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).
Structure of the Programme
The programme shall consist of papers to the value of 120 points as follows:
CHIC 401 Understanding Children and Childhood: Theory into Practice (30 points)
CHIC 402 Promoting Children's Participation and Protection (30 points)
SOWK 520 Social Services Research and Evaluation (30 points)
Admission to CHIC 480 requires approval from the Director of the Children's Issues Centre.
With the approval of the Programme Director, approved papers at an equivalent level may be substituted for 30 points.
Transitional Arrangements
Students who have completed CHIX 401 and 402, or CHIX 403 and 404, are not eligible to enrol for CHIC 401 and 402. However they may credit CHIX 401 and 402, or CHIX 403 and 404 towards the diploma, in place of CHIC 401 and 402.
Duration of the Programme
The duration of the programme shall be equivalent to one academic year of full-time study or the equivalent in part-time study.
Level of Award of the Diploma
The diploma may be awarded with distinction or with credit.
Variations
The Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities) may in exceptional circumstances approve a course of study which does not comply with these regulations.
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Regulations on this page are taken from the 2025 Calendar and supplementary material.
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