Certificate III In Early Childhood Education And Care
Provider:
Course Code:
CHC30121
CRICOS Code:
109061D
Qualification Level:
Certificate
Course Area:
Education Studies
Duration:
52-Week
Study Mode:
Full Time
Course Fees:
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Delivery Mode:
On Campus
Target:
International
Intake:
4 times a year
Course Overview
This qualification reflects the role of educators in early childhood education and care who work in regulated children’s education and care services in Australia. They support children’s wellbeing, and development in the context of an approved learning framework. Educators use a range of well- developed skills and knowledge using discretion and judgment when carrying out their work in the context of established policies and procedures. They may work independently or under the guidance of others, though in some contexts that guidance may not be on-site. Early childhood educators work in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools or kindergartens.
To achieve this qualification, the individual must have completed a total of least 160 hours of work in a regulated children’s education and care service in Australia as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency. The total number of hours may be applied collectively across all units of competency that include the requirement for workplace hours.
Course Structure
The following units are included in this course and all are required for the award of the qualification. There are 17 units of competency in total, which include 15 core units and 2 elective units.
15 CORE UNITS
- CHCECE030 Support inclusion and diversity
- CHCECE031 Support independence 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 support 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
- CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
- HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
- HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
2 ELECTIVE UNITS
- CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
- CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age to Apply | Be at least 18 years of age. |
| Academic Entry Requirements | Have completed study of Year 12 or equivalent. |
| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | Proof of English language proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent |
Pathway
- EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE PACKAGE
Career Opportunities
Childcare worker
Preschool assistant
Family day care educator
Afterschool carer/educator
Long daycare centre educator
Nanny
Internship or Work Placements
Work Placement: 160 hours