Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC32015)
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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.
To achieve this qualification, the individual must have completed a total of least 160 hours of work in a regulated children’s education and care service in Australia as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency. The total number of hours may be applied collectively across all units of competency that include the requirement for workplace hours.
POSSIBLE JOB TITLES INCLUDE
Job roles and titles may vary across the industry however possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- Day Care Supervisor
- Child Care worker
- Educator
COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
Nil
COURSE DURATION
The guideline for duration is 6 months – 2 years depending on your chosen study option. Credit transfer and RPL options may also reduce the overall time taken to complete the course.
DELIVERY MODE
- Mixed
- Face to face
- Online
PLACEMENTS
Students are required to undertake 120 hours or 6 weeks of student work placement during the course.
PRIOR AND EXISTING SKILLS
It is important that you inform and advise College of English Education and Training Australia prior to enrolment about any existing skills and prior knowledge and education. This ensures the College can provide the appropriate structure and student support throughout the course.
Pathways to Further Study
On completion of this qualification, you can gain credit (between 11-13 units) into the CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care to continue your education career. This will shorten the duration of your Diploma course and also reduce the fees.
Fees
please contact the college administration for more information
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 17
15 core units
2 elective units
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
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 |
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 |
Elective Units
BSBSUS411 |
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices |
CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |