Course Overview

About This Course

This nationally recognised qualification is the legal minimum requirement you need as a childcare worker. You will learn how to care for children and nurture their development from qualified early childhood educators with current skills, knowledge and strong links to industry. This Course is delivered through the blended learning experience of face-to-face which provides students with a range of skill and knowledge to work in the childcare industry.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

Age: Minimum age of 18 years or turning 18 years old prior to commencement of the course
Education: Year 12 Australian Senior High School Certificate, or equivalent (e.g. completion of Year 12 or High School in the students home country) with full academic results
English Language: Upper-Intermediate English (equivalent to 5.5 academic or general IELTS) and successful completion of college LLN Test
Identification: Photo ID and evidence of citizenship (international students must provide copy of passport)
Computer Skills & Equipment: Learners must have beginner/intermediate computing skills including use of Microsoft Office programmes, in addition to hardware requirements of a desktop or portable computer with keyboard, pointing device, speaker, web camera and microphone, and a broadband internet connection
Additional: Students must be eligible to hold a Blue Card (must not have a criminal record)
Industry Placement: Applicants must be able to make themselves available to undertake the industry placement (160 hours) that forms part of the training and assessment activity
Vaccination: Students should be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to undertaking placement
Note: Students who are unable to meet the academic or English language criteria may in some cases be eligible to undertake the Language, Literacy & Numeracy (LLN) test

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Assistant Educator, Service Manager, Service Educator

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Accreditation Details

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Professional Body

Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) / AITSL

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

AITSL / ACECQA

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units17 units

CHCECE030

Support inclusion and diversity

CHCECE031

Support children's health, safety and wellbeing

CHCECE032

Nurture babies and toddlers

CHCECE033

Develop positive and respectful relationships with children

CHCECE034

Use an approved learning framework to guide practice

CHCECE035

Support the holistic learning and development of children

CHCECE036

Provide experiences to support children's play and learning

CHCECE037

Support children to connect with the natural environment

CHCECE038

Observe children to inform practice

CHCECE054

Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures

CHCECE055

Meet legal and ethical obligations in children's education and care

CHCECE056

Work effectively in children's education and care

CHCPRT025

Identify and report children and young people at risk

HLTAID012

Provide First Aid in an education and care setting

HLTWHS001

Participate in workplace health and safety

CHCDIV001

Work with diverse people

Elective unit

CHCPRP003

Reflect on and improve own professional practice

Elective unit

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care cost?

The domestic fee for service is $5,000 and the international (student visa) fee is $9,500 for the 30-week course. Additional fees apply: an Enrolment Fee of $250 and a Material Fee of $500.

How many hours of industry placement are required for this course?

Students are required to complete 160 hours of industry placement as part of the training and assessment activity. Applicants must be able to make themselves available to undertake this placement, and students should be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to doing so.

How often do intakes start and what campuses are available?

Intakes are available approximately every 8 weeks throughout the year. The course is offered at two campuses: the Brisbane Centre Campus at 316 Adelaide Street, Brisbane, and the Gold Coast Centre 2 Campus.

What are the English language requirements for this course?

Students must have Upper-Intermediate English, equivalent to 5.5 academic or general IELTS, and must successfully complete the college's LLN Test. Students who are unable to meet the English language criteria may in some cases be eligible to undertake the Language, Literacy & Numeracy (LLN) test.

What career outcomes can I expect after completing this qualification?

Graduates of the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care can pursue roles such as Assistant Educator, Service Educator, and Service Manager. This qualification is also the nationally recognised legal minimum requirement needed to work as a childcare worker in Australia.

Application

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