Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Course Overview
Child Care Training is perfect for people who are wanting to start a career in early childhood. This course will guide you through the fundamentals of childhood development and caring for children. You will be introduced to working in the field of early childhood and learn how to care for children, nurture their development and make sure their environment is safe and supportive.
This qualification reflects the role of workers in a range of early childhood education settings who work within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard. They support the implementation of an approved learning framework, and support children’s wellbeing, learning and development. Depending on the setting, educators may work under direct supervision or autonomously.
Course Structure
To be awarded the CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, competency must be achieved with total of seventeen (17) units, consisting of:
Core 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
- 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
Elective Units
- CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
- CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age to Apply | Minimum 18 years of age |
| Academic Entry Requirements | Successful completion of year 11 or equivalent |
| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | English level of at least IELTS 5.5 or equivalent |
Career Opportunities
Potential career opportunities include:
- Early childhood educator
- Playgroup supervisor
- Family day care worker
- Nanny
- Childhood Education Assistant
Internship or Work Placements
Students are required to complete a total of 160 work placement hours. (Placements will be provided by college)