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CHC30121

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

This entry-level course will kickstart your career in the childcare industry.  

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CHC30121 – Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care 

Course Snapshot

Looking for a fulfilling career in early childhood education? This entry-level course provides you with the essential skills and knowledge to become a qualified worker in this rewarding field. You'll gain skills in interacting and communicating with children, caring for babies, toddlers, and young children, administering first aid, ensuring safety, and adhering to legal and ethical standards. 

Job Outcomes

  • Early Childhood Educator
  • Family Day Care Worker
  • Nanny
  • Childhood Educator Assistant
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Program Details

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification. 

*While there are no pre-requisite for this course, participants must take the language, literacy, and numeracy (LLN) assessment. This will help us identify areas where you might need additional support during your studies. 

Delivery

The training program is delivered with comprehensive trainer support to provide a rich and engaging learning experience.

The course is delivered over four terms in a blended format.

How is it delivered?

  • Orientation
  • Live Virtual Workshops
  • Tutorials/ On-demand Trainer support sessions via phone or web
  • Workplace Visit by Trainer 

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The program is delivered in shorter, more manageable terms of learning. Students gets to focus on specific sections of the program at one time. These terms also provide the perfect ‘check point’ over the duration of the program to monitor and support participant progress. 

Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4
Orientation     Intensive Support Term
If participant 
requires extra support, workshops, catchup sessions, time to complete rescheduled workplace visit, time to complete course 
activities etc.
Live Workshops Live Workshops Live Workshops
Self-Learning Self-Learning Self-Learning
Workplace Learning, Activities and Trainer Visit

 

Units

 

Total number of units = 17 

  • 15 core units 
  • 2 elective units 
Core Title
HLTWHS001  Participate in workplace health and safety 
HLTAID012  Provide First Aid in an education and care setting 
CHCECE033  Develop positive and respectful relationships with children 
CHCECE030  Support inclusion and diversity 
CHCECE037  Support children to connect with the natural environment 
CHCECE032  Nurture babies and toddlers 
CHCECE056  Work effectively in children’s education and care 
CHCECE054  Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures 
CHCECE035  Support the holistic learning and development of children 
CHCECE055  Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care 
CHCECE038  Observe children to inform practice 
CHCECE036  Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning 
CHCECE031  Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing 
CHCECE034  Use an approved learning framework to guide practice 
CHCPRT001  Identify and respond to children and young people at risk 
Elective Title
BSBSTR401 Promote innovation in team environments
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people

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Work Placement

This course includes 160 hours of practical work placement. This hands-on experience helps you develop the real-world skills necessary for the industry and supports ongoing learning and assessment in the workplace. 

What you need before starting the course

To undertake this course, you will need: 

  • A computer with internet access and a web browser. 
  • A regular access to a reliable internet connection and an email address.  
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader and/or Adobe Flash Player. 
  • A mobile device (e.g. Mobile phone) capable of recording short videos at your workplace with a supervisor. 
  • Before starting work placement, you must provide (requirements vary according to host employer policies): 
    • Police check 
    • Working with Vulnerable Persons (WWVP) clearance 
    • Provide Proof of vaccinations, as required by the workplace facility. It can be easily downloaded from the 'MyHealth' record." 
  • To begin this course, you will need a USI. For more information on USI, go to: www.usi.gov.au It is a government requirement that participants undertaking Nationally Recognised Training in Australia have a unique student identifier (USI). 

Course Cost

  • Government funding may be available for eligible participants in Tasmania  
  • If you are not eligible for government funding the course can be delivered as a Fee for Service program across all States. We can organise a payment plan with you to cover the cost of the course. 

 

Please note: Asuria will not collect prepaid fees from students more than $1500.00. Please refer to our Refund Policy for details 

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Why choose us?

We believe in you

At Asuria we believe in you. We respect you for who you are.
We seek to understand your life experiences and skills you have, and we will value those experiences and skills. Because your pathway to future employment is our primary concern, we will concentrate on your strengths, we will value your experiences, and we will respect you for what you have achieved. 

We hear you and support you

At Asuria we take the time to listen to you, talk with you and importantly help coach you. Your Asuria Trainer will ‘have your back’. They will get to know the ‘real you,’ offering personalised guidance, empowering you with the skills and knowledge you need to reach your full potential. 

We help you prepare for your future 

We will prepare you, brief you, and help you every step of the way. We will be there for you to make sure everything is going in the right direction – one that aligns with your future goals and meets your needs. Whatever your path, we will help you build the skills and confidence to prepare for your future. 

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