The framework of rules
There is a hierarchy, or an order, that applies to the framework of rules that child care workers must follow. It is shown in this triangle. The rules higher up the triangle take precedence over those below them.
Click on each of the sections of the triangle to find out more about each level of the framework of rules.
You may like to find out more about working within a relevant legal and ethical framework on the websites below.
- The Convention on the Rights of the Child at www.unicef.org/crc/
- ECA code of ethics – go to www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au and click on Code of Ethics in the left-hand menu.
