CHC30121

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

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.

Type

Domestic

Delivery

Distance Learning, Face-to-Face & RPL

Duration

12 months​

Course Breakdown

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

CHCPRP003

Reflect on and improve own professional practice

CHCDIV001

Work with diverse people

Career Outcomes

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification. However, prior to commencing this course, students will participate in a language, literacy and numeracy assessment. Students who can provide evidence of completing an Australian Certificate III or higher-level qualification will not need to do the test.

All students must be willing to participate in mandatory work placement of a minimum of 160 hours and this will require a working with children clearance.

Students will seek their own work placements and clear guidance will be provided.

Recognition of Prior Learning

You can apply for RPL if you have the knowledge and skills gained through work, formal study, volunteering, informal or formal training, social activities or general life experiences. If you feel that you may qualify for RPL, please contact our office for further information about the process to demonstrate your experience and knowledge.

Course Fees

Investment

(this includes $400.00 non-refundable enrolment fee)

Students are responsible for the purchase of textbook/s relevant to this qualification. Payment plans are available.

Inclusions:

  • Course learning and assessment material (excluding textbook/s)
  • Coffee and tea
  • Certification upon successful completion

Payment Plans

Alana Kaye believes that everyone should have access to quality education, which is why we have a range of payment options to choose from.

Up-front Payment

A payment of $1,400 is required prior to commencement of your course. This includes the non-refundable enrolment fee of $400 paid on enrolment. The remainder of the course fees can be paid on commencement or a payment arrangement can be negotiated by completing a Payment Plan Agreement. 

We accept payments via VISA, MasterCard or bank deposit. The Qualification will not be awarded until all payments are received.

Resources Required

Students must participate in work placement to be able to complete the assessment tasks in a regulated education and care service. Students are required to have access to a computer (or use Alana Kaye’s computer lab) to complete assessment tasks. Alana Kaye are conscious of the environment and where possible, provide resources and assessments in an electronic format. Please bring a laptop to workshops to complete assessment tasks.

Distance learning students must have access to a computer, internet and Skype.