EDF5401

Current issues in children's services

(EDU)

Not offered in 2001

6 points + 3 hours per week + First semester + Peninsula

Synopsis: Issues in the provision of children0s services including the employment of males in early childhood services; placing babies in care; the regulation, deregulation and accreditation of children0s services; assessment/evaluation of young children; issues of confidentiality with particular reference to diseases such as HIV/AIDS. Issues in funding including fee relief and tax rebate, user pays principles and the comparative responsibilities of Commonwealth, State and local government as well as employers for the provision of quality children0s services.

Assessment: Essay and presentation (3000 words): 60% + Reflective journal: 40%