Early Childhood Education Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Early Childhood Education & Care

Overview

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

This qualification will provide you with the skills and knowledge to be effective in a range of complex childcare roles, including:

• Caring for babies, toddlers and children
• Facilitating children’s play and learning
• Developing positive bonds with children
• Embracing diversity and inclusivity
• Ensuring the health, safety and wellbeing of children.

This entry-level course will kickstart your career in the childcare industry.

Course Duration and Delivery

The 12 month program is delivered in shorter, more manageable terms of learning.

This allows participants to focus on specific sections of the program at one time.

These terms also provide the perfect ‘check point’ over the duration of the program to monitor and support participant progress.

Each term, the participant enjoys an innovative 360 degree learning experience.

After a program orientation session, you will engage in online group workshops and tutorials, online activities, and have access to on-demand support as required.

You will also gain hands-on experience from your industry work placement (160 hours) which includes a check-in visit from your trainer

Job Outcomes

• Early Childhood Educator
• Family Day Care Worker
• Nanny
• Childhood Educator Assistant

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Program Details

This is an entry-level course, and no previous skills or experience are necessary.

While there are no specific entry requirements, participants are required to take the language, literacy, and numeracy skills (LLN) assessment. It will help us understand how we can assist you in any areas where you may need help while studying with us.

There is the expectation that students will attend scheduled online face-to-face tutorials and webinars.

Computer with access to the Internet and with the ability to conduct video interviews. Minimum specifications for your computer are:

Microsoft Windows 7 or later or Mac OS X or above
- Microsoft Office
- Up-to-date internet browser
- You may also need access to a printer and the following applications
  - Adobe Acrobat reader (free download)
  - Adobe Flash player (free download)

Mobile video recording device i.e., a mobile phone that can record short video at a workplace with a supervisor

The learners’ physical attributes may influence their ability to complete the training and assessment. Assessment and training require students to be physically capable of performing personal childcare for children, lifting and cleaning. They must be able to sit on the floor or on small chairs and be able to squat or bend to get down to a child’s level.

You MUST provide the below before commencement of work placement:

Police check
Working with Vulnerable Persons (WWVP)
Meet the Department of Health requirement which is to have a COVID-19 vaccine for all residential aged care workers and students

*Evidence of vaccination can easily be provided by a downloadable certificate from “MyHealth” record

Total number of units = 17

15 core units
2 elective units

Code	Title	Status
CHCECE030	Support inclusion and diversity	Core
CHCECE031	Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing	Core
CHCECE032	Nurture babies and toddlers	Core
CHCECE033	Develop positive and respectful relationships with children	Core
CHCECE034	Use an approved learning framework to guide practice	Core
CHCECE035	Support the holistic learning and development of children	Core
CHCECE036	Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning	Core
CHCECE037	Support children to connect with the natural environment	Core
CHCECE038	Observe children to inform practice	Core
CHCECE054	Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures	Core
CHCECE055	Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care	Core
CHCECE056	Work effectively in children’s education and care	Core
CHCPRT001	Identify and respond to children and young people at risk	Core
HLTAID012	Provide First Aid in an education and care setting	Core
HLTWHS001	Participate in workplace health and safety	Core
BSBSTR401	Promote innovation in team environments	Elective
CHCDIV001	Work with diverse people	Elective

Funding is available for eligible participants. Complete the “Enquire Now” section below, and one of our representatives will be in touch.

Course overview

Innovative 360 degree learning experience

12 Month duration. Regular intakes throughout the year

CHC30121 – Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Graduates will have a pathway to the CHC50121 – Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care at Asuria Training.

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Overview

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

This qualification will take you to the next level of your early childhood career. You will develop a variety of skills and understanding, including:

Leading an effective work team with confidence
Supporting children’s well-being, creativity, learning and development
Designing and implementing childcare curriculum
Maintaining compliance and professional practice
Working with families to provide education and care for children.

Course Duration and Delivery

The 12 month program is delivered in shorter, more manageable terms of learning. This allows participants to focus on specific sections of the program at one time. These terms also provide the perfect ‘check point’ over the duration of the program to monitor and support participant progress. Each term, the participant enjoys an innovative 360 degree learning experience.

After a program orientation session, you will engage in online group workshops and tutorials, online activities, and have access to on-demand support as required.

You will also gain hands-on experience from your industry work placement (280 hours) which includes a check-in visit from your trainer.

Pre-requisites

The pre-requisite for this program is either a CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

Job Outcomes

• Early Childhood Educator (Diploma level)
• Family Day Care Coordinator
• Early Childhood Education Coordinator

Request a free demo

Ready to take the next step?

Then book a free demo session with our team.

You will be able to see first-hand the type of learning activities and course materials you will enjoy as part of your course.