• Tuition fee A$12,000
• Enrolment fee A$200
• Material Fee A$1,750

52 weeks - Full-Time Study (20 hours per week) including holiday

Training and assessment are conducted face-to-face, both in the classroom and in a simulated environment, as well as in the workplace.

Assessment methods include written work, project, logbook /third party report and observations. The college will organise 160 hours of compulsory work placement.

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Successful completion of year 11 or equivalent
• Successful completion of the college's LLN (Language, Literacy and Numeracy) test and digital literacy assessment

Must have:

• Access to a computer (with Adobe Reader, Microsoft Word and a web browser).
• Access to the Internet.
• Access to a video and audio recording device.
• Computer skills include an understanding of how to access an online video conferencing software, how to use Microsoft Word and Adobe Reader, and be able to download, scan and upload documents, and how to access online materials.

Note: If you need any help regarding access to a computer and meeting the computer skill requirements, the college can provide support for you.

Applicants with no formal qualifications and who are commencing within or have experience within a relevant industry may also be considered for entry into the Course.

Additional Requirements:

Before commencing work placement, learners are required to provide:

• A Federal Police Check (name check), no more than 6 months.
• A Working with Children Check.
• Evidence of up-to-date vaccination as required

Have a reasonable level of fitness to cope with standing, lifting, bending, twisting and reaching

• Early childhood educator
• Playgroup supervisor
• Family day care worker
• Nanny
• Childhood Education Assistant

After completing this qualification, individuals may undertake the CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.

Level 1 377 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Victoria - 3000 Australia

AIDT recognises AQF and VET qualifications, as well as Statements of Attainment issued by other RTOs. Students may apply for course credit, which will be assessed and recorded by AIDT. Approved credits may reduce the course duration.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) acknowledges a student’s previous formal or informal learning, work, and life experience relevant to the course outcomes. Students who believe they already hold certain competencies may apply for RPL by submitting an application with supporting evidence that aligns with each Unit of Competency. For more information, contact AIDT.

Students must achieve competency in all 17 units listed below to successfully complete CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care qualification.

Core Units

• HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
• HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
• CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
• CHCECE034 Use an approved learning framework to guide practice
• CHCECE054 Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures
• CHCECE030 Support inclusion and diversity
• CHCECE031 Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing
• CHCECE033 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children
• CHCECE056 Work effectively in children’s education and care
• CHCECE037 Support children to connect with the natural environment
• CHCECE036 Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning
• CHCECE038 Observe children to inform practice
• CHCECE032 Nurture babies and toddlers
• CHCECE055 Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care
• CHCECE035 Support the holistic learning and development of children
• CHCECE031 Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing
• CHCECE032 Nurture babies and toddlers
• CHCECE033 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children
• CHCECE035 Support the holistic learning and development of children
• CHCECE036 Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning

Elective Units

• CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
• CHCECE039 Comply with family day care administration requirements