Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Provider:

Australian College of Sport and Fitness (ALG)

Course Code:

CHC50121

CRICOS Code:

107419F

Qualification Level:

Diploma

Course Area:

Education Studies

Duration:

52-Week

Study Mode:

Full Time

Course Fees:

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Delivery Mode:

On Campus, Blended Delivery

Target:

International

Intake:

January, April, July, October

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Course Overview

The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is for students who would like to take the next step in their Early Childhood Education career. This nationally recognised qualification is the perfect opportunity to build on the existing skills and knowledge acquired in Certificate III.

In this course, students will learn to implement an approved learning framework, and support children’s well-being, learning and development.

You will develop extensive skills and understanding of pedagogical practices and in-depth knowledge to design and implement an approved curriculum that meets the requirements of an approved learning framework and for maintaining compliance in other areas of service operations.

Furthermore, you will gain the confidence to lead a team working in long daycare centres, family daycare, pre-schools or kindergartens.

Course Structure

The Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care is made up of the following 15 units of competencies, which are made up of 12 core and 3 elective units:

CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children's learning
CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children
CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children's families
CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children
CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations
CHCPRP003 Reflect and improve on own professional practice
CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in an education and care service
CHCECE048 Plan and implement children's education and care curriculum
CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children
CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice
CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing
BSBSTR501 Establish innovative work environments
BSBPEF502 Develop and use emotional intelligence
BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness

Entry Requirement

Admission Requirements
Academic Entry Requirements	Prerequisite for entry into the CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is the completion of either: CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, or CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. Additionally international applicants must provide evidence of completing at least the equivalent of Australian Year 12.
Minimum Age to Apply	Be at least 18 years of age.

Admission Requirements

Academic Entry Requirements

Prerequisite for entry into the CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is the completion of either:

CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, or
CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

Additionally international applicants must provide evidence of completing at least the equivalent of Australian Year 12.

Minimum Age to Apply

Be at least 18 years of age.

Language Requirement
IELTS Score (Minimum)	ALG requires an English proficiency level of IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent), with no individual band under 5.5.
English Language Requirements	A prospective student does not need to provide evidence of an English test score with their application if one of the following applies: Prospective student is a citizen and holds a passport from UK, USA, Canada, NZ or Republic of Ireland. Prospective student has completed at least 5 years’ study in English in one or more of the following countries: Australia, UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, or the Republic of Ireland. Completed at least 6 months of a Certificate IV level course in an Australian RTO.

Language Requirement

IELTS Score (Minimum)

ALG requires an English proficiency level of IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent), with no individual band under 5.5.

English Language Requirements

A prospective student does not need to provide evidence of an English test score with their application if one of the following applies:

Prospective student is a citizen and holds a passport from UK, USA, Canada, NZ or Republic of Ireland.
Prospective student has completed at least 5 years’ study in English in one or more of the following countries: Australia, UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, or the Republic of Ireland.
Completed at least 6 months of a Certificate IV level course in an Australian RTO.

Pathway

Early Childhood Educator

Career Opportunities

The potential employment outcomes for this course are:

Early Childhood Educator
Family Day Care Educator
Occasional Care Educator
Centre Director
Educational Leader
Room Leader
Nominated Supervisor
Second in Charge/ Certified Supervisor

Internship or Work Placements

A minimum 300 hour work placement will be undertaken in your period of study. In this work placement you will be learning and practicing the skills you will be able to use in your own workplace. In order to successfully complete this component of your study, you will have to have a successful supervisor report, work place visit from a trainer and assessor and also submit a competent work placement log book.