Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Course Description

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.

Possible Employment Outcomes

Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:

  • Early Childhood Educator
  • Child Care Assistant
  • Playgroup Assistant
  • Family Day Care Worker

Entry Requirements

  • Suitable Language and Numeracy Skills
  • A Working With Children Check
  • A Unique Student Identifier

Delivery Mode

Blended Delivery – Online via Zoom One Day per Week plus Mandatory Work Placement

Duration/Volume of Learning

The program is delivered full-time(equivalent) for 52 weeks at one day per week.
The AQF Volume of Learning for a Certificate III Qualification is 1200-1400 hours.

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Location

Online, Greenacre, Beenleigh and various locations in Sydney and Brisbane

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Units

Unit CodeUnit TitleCore / Elective
CHCECE030Support inclusion and diversityCore
CHCECE031Support children’s health, safety and wellbeingCore
CHCECE032Nurture babies and toddlersCore
CHCECE033Develop positive and respectful relationships with childrenCore
CHCECE034Use an approved learning framework to guide practiceCore
CHCECE035Support the holistic learning and development of childrenCore
CHCECE036Provide experiences to support children’s play and learningCore
CHCECE037Support children to connect with the natural environmentCore
CHCECE038Observe children to inform practiceCore
CHCECE054Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ culturesCore
CHCECE055Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and careCore
CHCECE056Work effectively in children’s education and careCore
CHCPRT001Identify and respond to children and young people at riskCore
HLTAID012Provide First Aid in an education and care settingCore
HLTWHS001Participate in workplace health and safetyCore
BSBSTR401Promote innovation in team environmentsElective
CHCDIV001Work with diverse peopleElective

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