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CHC30121
Certificate III in Early Childhood and Care
CRICOS Course Code: 116276H

Overview

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.

Entry Requirements

The qualification guidelines state that there are no formal pre-requisites or entry requirements for this qualification; however, EduNex Training requires that students:

  • are over 18 years’ of age
  • have completed Year 11 or equivalent.
  • evidence of holding any of the following English language test scores within the last 3 years.

Test Type

Score or Level

International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

6.0

IELTS when packaged with at least 10 week’s English Language.

Intensive Course of Overseas Students (ELICOS)

5.5

IELTS when packaged with at least 20 week’s English Language

Intensive Course of Overseas Students (ELICOS)

5.0

TOEFL internet-based test

60

Cambridge English: Advanced (Certificate in Advanced English)

169

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic)

50

Occupational English Test

B for each test component

OR

be able to provide the following evidence of English Language competence:

  • that they were educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country.
  • that they have successfully completed their Year 11 or equivalent in English Language

OR

  • Certificate IV or higher completed in Australia
Additional Requirements
  • have the required level of Language, Learning and Numeracy skills required by the course by
  • completing a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment conducted by an EduNex Training at the time of orientation to identify the support required by the students. This support will enable students to complete qualification in the required time.
  • The LLN test also assists EduNex Training to assess whether or not students’ LLN skills are at a level suited to the course requirements. It also assists our trainers to prepare individual learning plans for each successful applicant where skill weaknesses are identified.
  • The student must have basic computer skills to use word processing software like Microsoft Word and using internet effectively for research.

    IT:

    Students will be required to access the online simulated workplace. Ensure devices meet the following IT requirements:

    • Latest version of Chrome or Safari
    • Microsoft Office (2010 or higher)
    • Adobe PDF Reader

Work placement:
Students must complete 180 hours of work in a regulated children’s education and care service in Australia.

 For practical placement purposes, this vocational sector requires.

  • Working with Children Check
  • National Police record check
  • Child Protection Training Certificate

Please note that the above mentioned are the minimal requirement services request, however individual services may request additional requirements.  This will be discussed on a case-by-case basis.

Note: If a student has a Disclosable Court Outcome registered against their name, we are unable to assist with placement as an industry will not accept students without a clear record.  This requirement is not negotiable.

Career Outcomes

The successful completion of this qualification may enable students to work as:

  • Early childhood educator
  • Family Day Care Educator
  • Playgroup Supervisor
  • Outside school hours care and vacation care workers
Study Pathway

Students who successfully complete this course may wish to continue their education into:

  • CHC50121 – Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning

Applicants can apply for credit transfer of units that they have already been issued with from another RTO͘, Additionally, they may wish to apply for recognition of prior learning gained from their past formal and informal learning pathway from other training, work or life experience.

Course Structure

This qualification consists of 17 units in total, consisting of 15 core units and 2 elective units.

A candidate must demonstrate competency in the following 17 units of competency to achieve this qualification.

Code

Title

Core/Elective

Cluster

CHCECE055

Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care

Core

Cluster 1

CHCECE056

Work effectively in children’s education and care

Core

Cluster 1

HLTWHS001

Participate in workplace health and safety

Core

Cluster 2 – Individual Unit

HLTAID012

Provide First Aid in an education and care setting

Core

Cluster 3 – Individual Unit

CHCECE036

Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning

Core

Cluster 4

CHCECE038

Observe children to inform practice

Core

Cluster 4

CHCECE035

Support the holistic learning and development of children

Core

Cluster 4

CHCECE034

Use an approved learning framework to guide practice

Core

Cluster 4

CHCECE031

Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing

Core

Cluster 5

CHCECE032

Nurture babies and toddlers

Core

Cluster 5

CHCECE037

Support children to connect with the natural environment

Core

Cluster 6 – Individual Unit

CHCECE033

Develop positive and respectful relationships with children

Core

Cluster 7 – Individual Unit

CHCPRT001

Identify and respond to children and young people at risk

Core

Cluster 8– Individual Unit

CHCECE030

Support inclusion and diversity

Core

Cluster 9

CHCECE054

Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures

Core

Cluster 9

HLTFSE001

Follow basic food safety practices

Elective

Cluster 10- From list of Elective units.

BSBSTR401

Promote innovation in team environments

Elective

Cluster 11 - From list of Elective units.

Course Duration

This course is delivered over 64 weeks.

Delivery Location

Level 8, 406 Collins St, Melbourne, 3000

Delivery Mode

Face to Face Classroom Based

Study Mode

Full Time

Work Placement Hours

180 Hours

Fees

$14,550.00 (includes $14,000.00 tuition fees, $250.00 application fees, and $300.00 materials fees)