CHC50121
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Course Overview
This qualification reflects the role of early childhood educators who are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum in early childhood education and care services. In doing so they work to implement an approved learning framework within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard. They may have responsibility for supervision of volunteers or other staff
Type
International
Delivery
Face-to-Face & RPL
Duration
52 Weeks
20 hours/week
4 terms
CRICOS Code
108125A
Course Discount
Gold Coast Campus
Start dates
24 January 2022
19 April 2022
11 July 2022
3 October 2022
Course Breakdown
Core Units
CHCECE041
Maintain a safe and healthy environment of children
CHCECE048
Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum
CHCECE042
Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing
CHCECE043
Nurture creativity in children
CHCECE044
Facilitate compliance in a children’s education and care service
CHCECE045
Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children
CHCECE046
Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children
CHCECE049
Embed environmental responsibility in service operations
CHCECE050
Work in partnership with children’s families
CHCECE047
Analyse information to inform children’s learning
BSBTWK502
Manage team effectiveness
CHCPRP003
Reflect on and improve own professional practice
Elective Units
BSBPEF502
Develop and use emotional intelligence
CHCMGT003
Lead the work team
CHCDIV003
Manage and promote diversity
Career Outcomes
This qualification is for those early childhood educators who are responsible for designing and implementing programs in early childhood education and care services. In most states and territories, it is the qualification required at Director or Service Manager level.
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 here: www.acecqa.gov.au.

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 280 hours, and this will require a working with children clearance.
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
Darwin
- Course Fee
- $8,500.00
- Application Fee (non-refundable) – $300
- Resource Fee – $200
- Tuition Fee – $8,000
- Tuition Fee Per Term (First Payment)
- $2,500.00
- Tuition Fee Per Term (Sub Payment)
- $2,000 x 3
Contact international@alanakaye.edu.au for information on discounted fees.
Gold Coast
- Course Fee
- $7,500.00
- Application Fee (non-refundable) – $300
- Resource Fee – $200
- Tuition Fee – $7,000
- Tuition Fee Per Term (First Payment)
- $2,250.00
- Tuition Fee Per Term (Sub Payment)
- $1,750 x 3
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