Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (2021)

Course code: CHC30121

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About this course

Information icon This course is in transition to CHC30125 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. Ask your course provider how this will impact your enrolment.

There is high demand for early childhood educators and carers in Australia. Jobs are expected to continue growing in this sector.

This course will qualify you to work in regulated children’s education and care services. You will learn skills and knowledge to support children’s education, wellbeing and development in the context of an approved learning framework.

The course will cover:

  • providing care for babies, toddlers and children
  • effective communication
  • supporting play and learning
  • supporting basic developmental needs
  • providing food and basic health services
  • identifying and responding to children at risk
  • legal and ethical guidelines.

Early childhood educators work in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools and kindergartens.

A minimum number of work placement hours must be completed to achieve this qualification.

This qualification is recognised nationally under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

Licensing and regulatory information

During your studies, you may need to have a Working with Children Check and a National Police Check. Check with your preferred course provider.

Course providers

This course is offered by the following providers. Click on the links to the provider websites for the latest information on course details, fees and how to apply.

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