CHC30121, CHC50121

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Qualification:

Diploma, Certificate III
Study mode:

Online
Workplace
Payment options:

Payment plan
Upfront payment
Duration:

Up to 36 months
Start date:

Anytime - start today!
Awarded by:

Foundation Education (RTO 22557)
Location:

Online
Career Outcomes:

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If you are a kind and motivated person, passionate about looking after and educating very young children, and need the formal skills and work experience to succeed in the industry, this course could be for you!

The CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care from Foundation Education is delivered through a mix of online learning and practical work placement, which will provide you with strong employment opportunities in just 3 years.

You’ll learn how to:

Support children with play-based learning
Coach and supervise other Educators
Manage Centre operations and admin tasks
Use and apply an approved curriculum for learning

The course will take up to to 18 months for the Certificate III and up to 18 months for the Diploma.

Eligibility

Education
Whilst there are no formal entry requirements, students’ skills and capabilities to undertake this training will be assessed and suitability will be provided during the pre-enrolment process.

CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care must be completed before commencing CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.

Work Placement Requirements
Students must apply for their Working with Children check at the start of the course.

For mandatory work placement of 440 hours split across both qualifications in a regulated children's education and care service in Australia.

If needed, Foundation Education will assist you to organise a work placement location of your choice.

Residency Status
You will need to be a permanent Australian resident or equivalent.

For the Certificate III course, subjects you may study include:

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
BSBSTR401 - Promote innovation in team environments
HLTFSE001 - Follow basic food safety practices

In the Diploma course, subjects you may study include:

BSBTWK502 - Manage team effectiveness
CHCECE041 - Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
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
CHCECE047 - Analyse information to inform children’s learning
CHCECE048 - Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum
CHCECE049 - Embed environmental responsibility in service operations
CHCECE050 - Work in partnership with children’s families
CHCPRP003 - Reflect on and improve own professional practice
BSBPEF502 - Develop and use emotional intelligence
BSBHRM413 - Support the learning and development of teams and individuals
CHCECE053 - Respond to grievances and complaints about the service

* Please note that unit HLTAID012 – Provide first aid must be completed through an external provider. Foundation Education has an agreement with Red Cross Australia for students to receive a discount for training.

Foundation Education is one of the few Registered Training Organisations (RTO) in Australia who endeavour to deliver flexible online training solutions designed to fit our students’ lifestyle. Since 1999, we’ve been focused on providing excellence in Vocational Education and Training and building partnership networks that drives the quality of graduates across each industry, with our partner RTO, the Australian Institute of Personal Trainers (AIPT). With more than 30 nationally recognised certificate and diploma level courses on offer, the Foundation Education difference means:
Flexible Online Study – Courses that don’t require a practical placement are delivered 100% online so you can study whenever and wherever suits you. This also gives you the flexibility to choose your course length – whether that be the full term of your course or completing your study in as little as six months.
Dedicated Student Support – Our industry experienced Subject Advisors, Assessors and Support Officers will support you from enrolment through to graduation. You can use them as often or as little as you like either via email or the telephone.
Industry Relevant Courses – Course material is developed in consultation with industry experts to equip you with the job-ready skills and up-to-date knowledge required to support your career goals.

Foundation Education RTO# 22557

Foundation Education provides a dedicated student support team throughout your studies. Whether it is access to experienced Subject Advisors, Assessors or general Support Officers, we will support you from enrolment right through to graduation. You can use our team as often or as little as you like either via email or the telephone at no extra cost.

Where Will It Lead Me?

When you graduate, you'll receive a double qualification: a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, AND a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, from Foundation Education.

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