Certificate III of Early Childhood Education and Care (VIC Only)
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Course Rundown
The CHC30125 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, delivered by Monarch Institute, is a nationally recognised qualification for students looking to begin a career in early childhood education and care. Available to students in Victoria, this entry-level course helps learners build the skills needed to support children’s learning, development, health and wellbeing in regulated early learning environments.
Students develop knowledge in legal and ethical practice, child health and safety, play-based learning, child development, inclusion and diversity, babies and toddlers, sustainability, and workplace health and safety. The course is delivered mostly online and is structured across 17 units of competency, giving students the flexibility to study at their own pace while completing the practical requirements of the qualification.
As part of the course, students complete 200 hours of mandatory work placement in a regulated early childhood education and care service. They also use Little.ly Early Learning Centre, a simulated early learning environment, to practise workplace skills before entering placement.
Graduates may pursue entry-level roles in long day care, family day care, preschool, kindergarten, and outside school hours care settings. They may also choose to continue their studies with the CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care. Enquire to learn more.
Eligibility
To be eligible to study this course, applicants must meet the following entry requirements:
- Be at least 17 years of age
- Complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy (LLN) and Digital Literacy (DL) assessment before enrolment
- Have access to the internet and a device capable of recording video
- Have a reasonable level of physical fitness to undertake practical workplace tasks in an early childhood education and care setting
Before commencing work placement, students must also obtain and maintain, at their own expense:
- A valid Working with Children Check, or equivalent state-based clearance
- Any required vaccinations and immunisations
- Relevant workplace or regulatory clearances
- Completion of national child safety training, Geccko
FAQS
Monarch is dedicated to supporting a diverse student cohort by fostering an environment that empowers learners to take control of their educational journey. We achieve this by considering how students interact with learning materials, the accessibility and presentation of information, and encouraging strategic thinking and self-expression.
