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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

22 January 2024
15 April 2024
8 July 2024
30 September 2024

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

HLTAID011

Provide First Aid

HLTWHS001

Participate in workplace health and safety

Elective Units

CHCDIV001

Work with diverse people

CHCPRP003

Reflect on and improve own professional practice

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.

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:

international@alanakaye.edu.au

Pathways

Students can enter directly into the CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care without previous qualifications.

Course Fees

Darwin

  • Application Fee (non-refundable) – $300
  • Resource Fee – $200
  • Tuition Fee – $9,000

Tuition Fee Per Term

Contact international@alanakaye.edu.au for information on discounted fees.

Gold Coast

  • Application Fee (non-refundable) – $300
  • Resource Fee – $200
  • Tuition Fee – $9,000

Tuition Fee Per Term

Contact international@alanakaye.edu.au for information on discounted fees.

Inclusions:
  • 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.