Course Overview
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Course Content
Support inclusion and diversity
Support children's health, safety and wellbeing
Support the holistic learning and development of children
Support children to connect with the natural environment
Meet legal and ethical obligations in children's education and care
Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
Nurture babies and toddlers
Develop positive and respectful relationships with children
Work effectively in children's education and care
Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures
Observe children to inform practice
Provide experiences to support children's play and learning
Use an approved learning framework to guide practice
Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
Participate in workplace health and safety
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
Elective unit
Work with diverse people
Elective unit
Common Questions
To meet course requirements, students must complete a minimum of 160 hours of mandatory work placement in an approved Australian early childhood education and care setting, as outlined in the assessment requirements of the units of competency.
The fee for domestic students is $2,699, which is payable in instalments.
This course is delivered through a blended learning model, combining online study with structured face-to-face sessions and practical workplace learning. Assessment methods may include written questions, projects, presentations, reports, practical demonstrations, and workplace observations.
Prior to commencing mandatory work placement, students must provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) for the relevant Australian state or territory, a National Police Check (if required by the placement provider), and evidence of up-to-date vaccinations as required by the workplace or state regulations.
After achieving the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30121), students may continue their studies in the CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.
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