CHC50113
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
24 Months
CRICOS Code
097064D
Course Discount
Gold Coast Campus
Start dates
March & July
Course Breakdown
Core Units
CHCLEG001
Work legally and ethically
CHCECE001
Develop cultural competence
CHCDIV002
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
HLTAID004
Provide an emergency first aid in an education and care setting
CHCECE002
Ensure the health and safety of children
CHCPRT001
Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
CHCECE005
Provide care for babies and toddlers
CHCECE003
Provide care for children
CHCECE004
Promote and provide healthy food and drinks
CHCECE009
Use an approved learning framework to guide practice
HLTWHS003
Maintain work health and safety
CHCECE007
Develop positive and respectful relationships with children
CHCECE016
Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
CHCECE025
Embed sustainable practices in service operations
CHCECE017
Foster the holistic development and wellbeing of the child in early childhood
CHCECE018
Nurture creativity in children
CHCECE020
Establish and implement plans for developing cooperative behaviour
CHCECE021
Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children
CHCECE026
Work in partnership with families to provide appropriate education and care for children
CHCECE023
Analyse information to inform learning
CHCECE024
Design and implement the curriculum to foster children’s learning and development
CHCECE022
Promote children’s legacy
CHCECE019
Facilitate compliance in an education and care service
Elective Units
CHCMGT003
Lead the work team
CHCPRP003
Reflect on and improve own professional practice
CHCECE010
Support the holistic development of children in early childhood
CHCECE011
Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning
CHCDIV001
Work with diverse people
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 have to already hold Certificate III. It is expected that students will have appropriate language, literacy and numeracy skills to complete the training and assessment requirements. Prior to commencing this course, students will participate in a language, literacy and numeracy assessment.
All students must be willing to participate in mandatory work placement of a minimum of 240 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
- Course Fee
- $4,190.00
(this includes $400.00 non-refundable enrolment fee)
- Recognition of Prior Learning
- $2,000.00
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
Up-front Payment
Alana Kaye does not accept any more than $1,400 up front prior to commencement of the course. This includes the $400 non-refundable enrolment fee. You can pay the remainder in instalments during course progression. We accept payments via VISA, MasterCard or bank deposit.
The qualification will not be awarded until all payments are received.