CRICOS Course Code: 108937J National Code: CHC30121
Sydney CBD & Adelaide
9 Jan | 6 Feb | 10 Apr
8 May | 10 Jul | 7 Aug
2 Oct | 30 Oct | 20 Nov
Certificate 3 in ChildCare qualification reflects the role of workers in a range of early childhood education settings who work within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard. They support the implementation of an approved learning framework, encourage understanding of early childhood education and care and support children’s wellbeing, learning and development. Depending on the setting, educators may work under direct supervision or autonomously.
Under the Education and Care Services National Law (2011) the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) publishes lists of approved early childhood education and care qualifications and information regarding regulatory requirements here: www.acecqa.gov.au
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 5.5.
| 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.
Offshore Fee$11,900Enrollment Fee: $200 Material Fee: $1000 Note: Intake dates and courses fee are subject to change without prior notice. | Onshore Fee$8,800Enrollment 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.
