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CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Start Date
Enrol Anytime

Duration
12 months

Mode of Delivery
Blended, Face-to-Face, Online

Location
Parramatta

The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care will ensure you are a professional childhood educator who carries out tasks in compliance with the requirements of the Education and Care Services National regulations and the National Quality Standard. You will learn about supporting child interaction, behaviour and care, assisting with child health and safety, supporting child development and learning, following legal and ethical frameworks
 

  • Upon successful completion of all units of competency for this qualification, the student will be awarded CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

  • This qualification will provide you a pathway to work as Assistant Educator, Family Day care Educator, Playgroup Supervisor 

Blended | Face to Face | Online

Course duration- 12 months

 

Accreditation

Signature Training College is registered with and accredited by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) and is authorised to deliver Nationally Recognized Training within the Australian Qualifications Framework.
Students are required to:
  • A good ability to read, write and speak English
  • Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance Certificate and Work with Children Check; 
  • Ability to work and communicate respectfully with background from different national backgrounds; 
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
Electives
BSBSTR401 Promote innovation in team environments
BSBSUS411 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practice
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCECE039 Comply with family day care administration requirements
CHCECE040 Attend to daily functions in home-based childcare
CHCPR003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
CHCSAC009 Support the holistic development of children in school aged care
HLTFSE001 Follow basic food safety practices
There is a mandatory work placement requirement of 280 hours. Signature Training College has signed agreements in place with providers in the community sector.
  • Assistant Educator in long day care, child care centres, occasional care
  • Assistant Educator in a Kindergarten or preschool program
  • Assistant Educator in occasional care
  • Family Day Care Educator
  • In Home Care Provider/nanny
  • Playgroup Supervisor
  • Other education based employers may accept this qualification, such as working as a tutor, education support staff or as a teacher aide.
Education pathways after completing CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care may include:
  • CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
  • CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services
  • CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support
  • CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability
If you are a new enrolling student, undertaking Nationally recognized training, you will need a USI number to receive your Qualification/Statement of Attainment. If you do not have a USI you will not be able to receive a qualification. To create a USI account, go to the website: www.usi.gov.au
Signature Training College provides a creative and professional study environment with modern facilities. We have fully equipped simulation classrooms to support our learners. Our campus provides free Wi-Fi access and students can also enjoy complimentary coffee and tea during breaks after training sessions.

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