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1 Year
Face-to-face tutorials and workshops, combined with industry placement
On-campus
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
399 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
399 Lonsdale St, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Professional Body
Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) / AITSL
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
AITSL / ACECQA
Course Content
Support inclusion and diversity
Support children's health, safety and wellbeing
Nurture babies and toddlers
Develop positive and respectful relationships with children
Use an approved learning framework to guide practice
Support the holistic learning and development of children
Provide experiences to support children's play and learning
Support children to connect with the natural environment
Observe children to inform practice
Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures
Meet legal and ethical obligations in children's education and care
Work effectively in children's education and care
Identify and report children and young people at risk
Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
Participate in workplace health and safety
Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
Elective unit
Work with diverse people
Elective unit
Common Questions
The Certificate III course includes a minimum of 180 hours of industry placement in an early childhood facility, such as childcare centres. Academia takes pride in its strong industry partnerships with over 60 registered early childhood facilities across Melbourne and is committed to organising industry placements for students.
Assessment methods include written tests, projects, assignments, and industry placements, providing a holistic evaluation of students' understanding and knowledge of early childhood education and care practices.
Yes. After completing CHC30125 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, students have the option to continue their studies by enrolling in the CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care. This Diploma course will build on the foundational knowledge gained in Certificate III and provide a more in-depth understanding of early childhood education principles. Academia also offers a course package that allows students to study both courses consecutively.
The Certificate III course is available to students seeking to pursue their studies in Melbourne. The campus is located at 399 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, strategically situated in the heart of the city with convenient access via excellent public transportation systems.
Yes. The CHC30125 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is a nationally recognised qualification that prepares individuals for a rewarding career in the early childhood education and care industry. It is also the industry minimum qualification to begin working in Australia's early childhood education and care industry.
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