CHC30121 – Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
- Duration:
12 Months
- Delivery Mode:
Blended (virtual classes) or Workplace Training
- Start Date:
Enroll Anytime
- Recognition:
Nationally Recognised Training
Quality Assurance: As a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) Hammond Institute operates within the Vocational Education and Training Quality Framework (VETQF) & the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) delivering nationally recognised qualifications and units of competency.
Course 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. Early childhood educators work in long day care centers, family day care, pre-schools or kindergartens.
Job Outcomes
– Early Childhood Educator
– Family Day Care Educator
– Nanny
– Child Care Worker
The following employment pathways are available to learners who complete this qualification:
Early Childhood Educator
Family Day Care Educator
Nanny
Child Care Worker
There are NO previous work or education requirements for entry into this course. Students may enroll directly in the Certificate III level course without completing lower-ranked qualifications.
Graduates can expect higher course levels to result in higher potential salaries, positions, and skill capabilities.
Students must satisfy the following age, English, and Academic requirements:
- Age: must be 17 years or over
- Undertake Pre-Training Review
- Undertake LLN and digital numeracy assessment: Learning, reading, writing, oral communication, and numeracy (ACSF Level 3) are desirable to participate in the course.
- Moderate level of computer literacy and has access to a computer/laptop/tablet/smartphone with internet access
Skills First Funding Available
For a full list of fees, please refer to our Statement of Fees.
To qualify for Victorian government-subsidized training fees, the candidate must meet the Skills First eligibility criteria.
To check your eligibility, contact us at 03 8370 3170 or 0435 334 552
Delivery methods:
The range of delivery methods may include, but is not limited to the following:
- Lectures / Instructions
- Pre-reading
- Demonstrations and modeling
- Practice opportunities
- Brainstorming activities
- Group discussions.
- Guided facilitation of individual or group learning activities, group work or project-based case studies.
Delivery Structure:
- The delivery structure is comprised of classroom training sessions, structured learning such as training support, learning activities, self-paced (to allow the learners to absorb and reflect on their learning), workshops, and work placement.
- The unit of competency will be delivered and assessed as a stand-alone unit.
Delivery Locations:
- Blended (Live Virtual Class)
- Dandenong (Level 1, 243 Lonsdale Str.,
- Dandenong 3175 VIC)
Werribee (Suite 20, 2-14 Station Pl., Werribee 3030 VIC)
Note:
Additional locations may be allocated to meet a group of learner cohort’s needs and based on demand (if practicable for the RTO)
The further study pathways available to learners who undertake this qualification include:
- CHC50121 Diploma Of Early Childhood Education and Care
Assessment methods may include:
- Knowledge Questions
- Written Assignment & Case Studies
- Workplace Assessment
- Log Book
- Projects / Research Reviews
All assessments will be conducted in accordance with the Training Package requirements, Principles of Assessment, and Rules of Evidence (https://www.asqa.gov.au/standards/chapter-4/clauses-1.8-1.12)
To achieve this qualification the candidate must have completed at least 160 hours of work placement as detailed in the assessment requirements of the units of competency.
If a student is unable to find an appropriate work placement, Hammond Institute will assist in finding the work placement.
Before you commence placement, you must hold a current Working with Children Check, the link is below.
Total number of units: 17
- 15 core units
- 2 elective units
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:
- CHCCOM002: Use communication to build relationships
- CHCECE039: Comply with family day care administration requirements
Credit Transfer and RPL offered: Recognition of prior learning and skills assessment.
Hammond Institute does not use brokers or deliver this course through third party arrangements.
Job Facts
$953
Weekly Pay
156,300 workers
Employment Size
Very Strong
Future Growth
Lower skill
Skill Level Rating
36.2% Full-Time
Full-Time Share
77.1% female
Gender Share
Source: Department of Employment. For full details on Child Carers visit Job Outlook