This project aims to replace the CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk unit of competency with the CHCPRT025 Identify and report children and young people at risk unit to ensure they are aligned with national, state and territory regulatory requirements.
There are 12 qualifications which currently include the superseded unit, several of which are in high demand. Replacing the unit will enable graduates to be equipped to protect children and young people from the risk of harm, abuse and neglect.
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In December 2022, crucial training product changes were made in response to Victoria’s New Child Safe Standards which came into effect from 1 July 2022 and the Children and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Regulation 2022 which commenced on 1 September 2022. As a result of these changes the CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk unit of competency was superseded by CHCPRT025 Identify and report children and young people at risk but it has not been incorporated into 12 qualifications in the CHC Community Services Training Package.
The new unit has a broader scope, explicitly addresses various types of abuse and enhances understanding of protective factors. It emphasises practical application and includes engagement techniques which better equip practitioners to address child protection issues across complex contexts. Replacing the old unit with the new unit will equip graduates with the necessary skills to protect children and young people from the risk of harm, abuse and neglect..
The 12 qualifications* that include the superseded unit are:
The purpose of the CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (Release 1), CHC42221 Certificate IV in Housing, CHC42315 Certificate IV in Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care, and CHC50221 Diploma of School Age Education and Care qualifications is to support a specific occupation.
The purpose of the CHC43215 Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs and CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling qualifications is to support multiple related occupations.
The purpose of the CHC22015 Certificate II in Community Services, CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services, CHC34015 Certificate III in Active Volunteering, CHC35021 Certificate III in Community Safety Services and CHC40221 Certificate IV in School Based Education Support qualifications is to support pathways and applied learning.
* Of these 12 qualifications, 3 are currently being updated as part of our Community Services Qualification Review. The qualifications are:
- CHC34015 Certificate III in Active Volunteering
- CHC35021 Certificate III in Community Safety Services
- CHC42221 Certificate IV in Housing.
Project governance and consultation strategy
We have established a Technical Committee (TC) of experts to provide advice for the project. TC members are selected for their relevant expertise on the diverse aspects of the project.
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Our Project Consultation Strategy has been finalised and is available to download.
Project fact sheet
Draft documents
Five online consultations were held from Monday 16 June to Tuesday 24 June 2025 to discuss the draft document below. Workshops were attended by a range of representatives from training organisations, state/territory departments or government agencies, community education or group training providers, employers, associations and peak bodies.
Thanks to everyone who was able to attend and provide their feedback. Thanks also to those who completed our online survey. Your feedback has been invaluable and is documented in the Consultation log.
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