CHC30121
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Course Overview
Do you want to work in Early Childhood Education and Care?
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.
Type
International
Delivery
Face-to-Face
Duration
52 Weeks
20 hours/week
4 terms
CRICOS Code
108124B
Course Discount
Gold Coast Campus
Start dates
23 January 2023
17 April 2023
10 July 2023
3 October 2023
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
Under the Education and Care Services National Law (2011) the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) publishes lists of approved early childhood education and care qualifications and information regarding regulatory requirements at www.acecqa.gov.au.
- Early Childhood Educator
- Family Day Care Worker
Face-to-face Schedule
This course is scheduled as:
- 52 weeks | 20 hours per week | 4 terms
- Four intakes per year: January, April, July, October
Students are required to participate in a minimum of 160 hours of mandatory work placement in at least one regulated education and care service.
We recommend that learners set aside between 3-5 hours per week for homework, reading and assessment tasks.
For scheduled course dates please contact:
Pathways
Course Fees
Darwin
- Course Fee
- $9,500.00
- Application Fee (non-refundable) – $300
- Resource Fee – $200
- Tuition Fee – $9,000
- Tuition Fee Per Term
- $2,500.00
Contact international@alanakaye.edu.au for information on discounted fees.
Gold Coast
- Course Fee
- $8,500.00
- Application Fee (non-refundable) – $300
- Resource Fee – $200
- Tuition Fee – $8,000
- Tuition Fee Per Term
- $2,000.00
Contact international@alanakaye.edu.au for information on discounted fees.
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Recognition of Prior Learning for All Campuses
(Per Unit of Competency) - $500.00
- Course learning and assessment material
- Qualified industry expert trainer
- Student support
- Coffee and tea
- Certification upon successful completion
Entry Requirements
Students must be aged 18 years and above.
Evidence of acceptable English language test course as below:
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 5.5
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), internet based test 46
- Cambridge English: Advanced (Certificate in Advanced English) 162
- Pearson Test of English Academic 42
In addition, students are asked to identify if they would like to participate in an LLN assessment as part of the enrolment process in the areas of reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy. This ensures the course is at an appropriate level for students and educational support is provided.
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.