Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Course Code CHC30121 | CRICOS Code 116083F
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The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is a foundational program that prepares students for careers in early childhood settings. The course covers child development, health and safety, educational frameworks, and effective communication. Students gain hands-on experience through supervised placements, developing practical skills and confidence. Graduates can pursue roles such as early childhood educator, family day care educator, or OSHC assistant. This qualification also serves as a stepping stone for further studies in the field, ensuring a well-rounded education that emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical application in nurturing young children’s growth.
Key areas of study include:
1. Child Development: Understanding physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development stages.
2. Health and Safety: Implementing practices to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, including first aid, nutrition, and hygiene.
3. Learning Environments: Creating and maintaining engaging and supportive educational settings.
4. Legislation and Ethics: Understanding the legal and ethical responsibilities involved in early childhood care.
5. Cultural Competency: Promoting inclusivity and respecting diversity within early childhood environments.
6. Behavior Management: Techniques for guiding children’s behavior and fostering positive interactions.
7. Family and Community Collaboration: Building partnerships with families and communities to support children’s development.
Practical placements are an integral part of the course, allowing students to gain hands-on experience in real-world childcare settings. Graduates of this program will be prepared for roles such as Early Childhood Educator, Childcare Assistant, and Family Day Care Worker, with the skills to contribute to children’s learning and development in a professional, ethical, and nurturing manner.
In the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, students are expected to exhibit several key learner characteristics to succeed:
1. Passion for Child Development:
– A strong interest in understanding and fostering children’s growth and learning.
2. Commitment to Health and Safety:
– Dedication to creating safe and healthy environments for young children.
3. Effective Communication:
– Ability to communicate clearly with children, families, and colleagues.
4. Collaborative Spirit:
– Willingness to work effectively as part of a team.
5. Cultural Competence:
– Respect and inclusion of diverse cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives.
6. Reflective Practice:
– Openness to feedback and a commitment to continuous professional development.
There are a total of 17 units to complete the course, which include 15 core units and 2 elective units. Below are some of the units included in this course:
Core Units
- 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
- CHCECE035 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
- CHCPRTO01 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
Elective Units
- CHCECE039 Comply with family day care administration requirements
- CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
For international students, check that the student satisfies the entry requirements specified for English language proficiency.
Generally, international students are required to demonstrate English language proficiency through evidence of:
an IELTS* score of 6.0 (test results must be no more than 2 years old);
or having been educated for at least 5 years in an English-speaking country;
or having completed at least a Certificate III level or IV course in an Australian RTO within the last 2 years;
or completion of another English Language Test such as PTE and TOEFL (results should also be no more than 2 years old).
Scores should be checked to ensure equivalence to IELTS 6.0 as required using the following websites:
https://ielts.org/organisations/ielts-for-organisations/compare-ielts
For international students, check that the student satisfies the entry requirements specified for numeracy skills.
- Material Fees: AUD $1,500
- Enrolment Fees: AUD $300
- Tuition Fees: AUD $11,000
- Early childhood educator
- Family day care educator
- Child care worker
