CRICOS Course Code: 108937J National Code: CHC30121
Sydney CBD & Adelaide
8 Jan | 5 Feb | 8 Apr | 6 May | 8 Jul | 5 Aug | 30 Sept | 28 October | 25 Nov
This qualification reflects the role of educators in early childhood education and care who work in regulated children’s education and care services in Australia. They support children’s wellbeing, and development in the context of an approved learning framework. Educators use a range of well-developed skills and knowledge using discretion and judgment when carrying out their work in the context of established policies and procedures. They may work independently or under the guidance of others, though in some contexts that guidance may not be on-site.
Early childhood educators work in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools or kindergartens.
Victorian Institute of Education has the following entry requirements. International students must:
*Note that other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. Students are required to provide their results so that it can be confirmed they are equivalent to IELTS 6.0
| S/N | Unit Code | CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care | Core Units/ Elective Units | Hours |
| 1 | CHCECE034 | Use an approved learning framework to guide practice | Core | 40 |
| 2 | CHCECE031 | Support children's health, safety and wellbeing | Core | 40 |
| 3 | CHCECE055 | Meet legal and ethical obligations in children's education and care | Core | 40 |
| 4 | HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety | Core | 20 |
| 5 | HLTAID012 | Provide First Aid in an education and care setting | Core | 20 |
| 6 | CHCPRT001 | Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | Core | 40 |
| 7 | CHCECE032 | Nurture babies and toddlers | Core | 40 |
| 8 | CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | Elective | 40 |
| 9 | CHCECE030 | Support inclusion and diversity | Core | 40 |
| 10 | CHCECE033 | Develop positive and respectful relationships with children | Core | 40 |
| 11 | CHCECE035 | Support the holistic learning and development of children | Core | 40 |
| 12 | CHCECE036 | Provide experiences to support children's play and learning | Core | 40 |
| 13 | CHCECE037 | Support children to connect with the natural environment | Core | 40 |
| 14 | CHCECE038 | Observe children to inform practice | Core | 40 |
| 15 | CHCECE054 | Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures | Core | 40 |
| 16 | CHCECE056 | Work effectively in children's education and care | Core | 40 |
| 17 | BSBSTR401 | Promote innovation in team environments | Elective | 40 |
This qualification will be delivered over 52 weeks, including 40 weeks of training and assessment spread over 4 terms of 10 weeks each and 12 weeks of holidays.
The qualification requires that a work placement of 160 hours is completed.
This program is delivered in the classroom and through structured self-study.
Enrollment Fee: $200
Material Fee: $1000
Note: Intake dates and courses fee are subject to change without prior notice.
Potential employment options are as an Educator in an Early Childhood Education and Care setting.
Students who complete this course may wish to continue their education into the CHC50121Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.
Students may apply for recognition of existing qualifications or skills, knowledge, and experience (credit transfer or recognition of prior learning). The granting of course credit may affect course fees, as well as the duration of the course.
This process is outlined in Victorian Institute of Education Student Enrolment and Completion Policy and Associated Procedures and Training and Assessment Policy & Associated Procedures.
