Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

THE EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING COMPANY PTY. LTD.

CRICOS 111555H · Duration: 1 Year

Duration

52 weeks

Study Load

20 hours per week (work component)

Course Overview

About This Course

The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30121) is a vocational qualification offered by The Early Childhood Learning Company Pty. Ltd. (trading as Astral Skills Institute of Australia and Create Learn & Educate) in the field of Early Childhood Teacher Education. The course includes a work component of 160 hours and is delivered across multiple campuses in New South Wales.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

7 Deane St, BURWOOD, NSW 2134

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

No specific entry requirements are listed on this page.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Professional Body

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

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

AITSL / ACECQA

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care take to complete?

The course has a duration of 52 weeks in total.

Is there a work placement component in this course?

Yes, the course includes a work component of 20 hours per week over 8 weeks, totalling 160 hours of practical workplace experience.

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

The tuition fee is AU$16,000, with a non-tuition fee of AU$500, bringing the estimated total course cost to AU$16,500.

Where is this course delivered?

The course is delivered across five locations in New South Wales: Astral Parramatta Campus, Burwood Campus, Kogarah Campus and Kitchen, Level 6 138 Queen Street Campbelltown, and Parramatta Campus — all owned and operated by the provider.

What is the CRICOS course code for this qualification?

The CRICOS course code is 111555H and the VET National Code is CHC30121. The course is offered by The Early Childhood Learning Company Pty. Ltd. under CRICOS Provider Code 03858C.

Application

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $55,000 to $65,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $65,000 to $75,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $75,000 to $90,000 per year

Career Paths

Assistant Educator (Long Day Care)Early Childhood EducatorChildcare WorkerTrainee EducatorFamily Day Care Educator

Key Skills

Supporting children's physical, cognitive, social and emotional developmentPlanning and implementing play-based educational activities aligned to the EYLFProviding appropriate care for babies, toddlers and preschoolersApplying workplace health and safety practices in childcare environmentsIdentifying and responding to indicators of child abuse or neglect

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