Diploma of Leadership and Management

Developing leadership qualities in Early Childhood settings can be extremely challenging. There are a broad range of stakeholders’ interests to constantly manage including staff, parents, and other community participants whilst juggling the daily operations of the service. 

ICCC’s Diploma of Leadership and Management course is tailored specifically for Early Childhood Educators looking to equip themselves with the skills and knowledge required to excel as a manager or director.

To support the ongoing professional development of staff, this course has been written and customised to reflect these challenges and support the development and implementation of leadership roles specifically within an Early Childhood Education and Care setting.

It is unique in that assessment and learning directly relate to National Quality Standards, the Educational Leader role and the implementation of Service Quality Improvement Plans.

Key Features

• 100% focused on Early Childhood Leadership and Management – what you learn can be directly implemented in your service;

• A learning emphasis on reflection and continuous improvement of skills and knowledge;

• Outcomes that include performance management and effective staff appraisals;

• Assessments that directly relate to quality improvements in the service.

Who is this Course for?

• Existing Managers and Directors

• Existing Educators who wish to take up a Management position

• Educational Leaders

• Senior Educators who want to continue personal learning and development.

Learning Outcomes

Students are able to focus their assessment outcomes related directly to service needs, meaning the type of projects you may want to complete is almost endless, however here are some ideas that may be of interest:

• Educational leadership

• Indoor and outdoor play spaces

• Mentoring and staff development

• Any goal from your QIP

• Educational programs e.g. physical fitness for children; children’s mental health; inclusive practice/diversity

Assessment includes:

• Knowledge assessment (Online Theory Tasks)

• Skills assessment (Workplace Tasks)

Assessment is ongoing throughout the training period – there are no final exams.