Overview
The CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care 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. More information is available via the My Skills website.
Entry Requirements:
The entry requirements of this course for all students
- Be 18 years of age or over
- Have English proficiency level equivalent to IELTS 5.5 or Complete and Pass HIA LLN Assessment
- Have satisfactorily completed Australian Year 11 or equivalent.
Possible Job Roles
Job roles and titles may vary across the industry however possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- Family Day Care Educator
- Kindergarten Assistant
- Long Day Care Educator
Course Duration and Mode of Delivery
The course is delivered over a period of 52 weeks equating to 36 contact study weeks plus 16 weeks for holidays.
The mode of delivery is 20 hours per week on a blended delivery of 14 hours face to face in the classroom plus 6 hours online study.
Qualification Requirements
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.
Please note: The required work placement for this course will require students to hold and undergo Working with Children Checks and Police clearances.
Course Structure
Total number of units of competency (subjects) required to receive this qualification is 17, comprising of 15 core and 2 elective units.
Assessment Method
Assessment is competency based. Students are required to complete written and practical tasks, which reflect the requirements of the units of competency and current workplace practices. Assessment is continuous throughout the duration of the course.
Students are provided with a Student Assessment Booklet at the commencement of each unit of competency and the Booklet sets out the range and types of assessments that will be sued for this unit.
Pathways to Further Study / Career Opportunities:
After achieving the CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, candidates may undertake the CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or other Diploma qualifications.