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CHC30125 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Intake terms
Jan, April, July, October

Duration
52 weeks

Mode of Delivery
Face-to-Face

Location
Camellia

CRICOS Code: 119660J
 
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 CHC30125 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 

 

Important Note: Completion of this course is not guaranteed and is subject to students successfully meeting all training, assessment, attendance, work placement (where applicable), and course requirements. Students who do not complete all requirements may be eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment (SOA) for successfully completed units of competency. Employment, licensing, registration, or specific career outcomes are not guaranteed upon course completion.
 

Face to Face

Course duration- 52 weeks

Delivery Arrangement

Training delivery as determined by the Unit of Competency which includes:

  • Role Play/Observation in Class
  • Group Activities
  • Written Examination in class under trainers’ supervision
  • Case studies/Scenarios
  • Research Assignments
  • Workplace Assessments

Training Calendar

It is planned that a student will complete all 17 units of competency within 52 weeks.

  • delivered over 36 weeks of classroom-based training and assessment
  • 16 weeks school break
  • 20 hours of face-to-face study per week

Intake terms

  • January
  • April
  • July
  • October
There is no formally prescribed course entry requirement for this qualification. However, Signature Training College does require the following to satisfy the entry criteria:
  • Student should be 18 years of age or over
  • Completed year 12 (HSC or Equivalent)
  • Have sound communication skills:
  • Provide IELTS certificate showing a score of 6 or above (or equivalent)
  • Undertake and successfully complete Signature Training College Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills assessment
  • Be able to satisfactorily participate in pre-enrolment interview
  • Complete a pre-enrolment assessment and interview
  • Meet course-specific requirements (e.g. police checks, Working With Children Check, vaccinations, physical capability where applicable)
  • Meet work placement requirements, if applicable
  • Satisfy the Genuine Student (GS) requirement
  • Hold a valid student visa and maintain OSHC
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
CHCPRT025 Identify and report 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
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice

Accreditation

Signature Training College is registered with and accredited by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) and is authorised to deliver Nationally Recognised Training within the Australian Qualifications Framework.
    

Note: Completion of this course is not guaranteed and is subject to students successfully meeting all training, assessment, attendance, work placement (where applicable), and course requirements. Students who do not complete all requirements may be eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment (SOA) for successfully completed units of competency.

There is a mandatory work placement requirement of 160 hours. Signature Training College has signed agreements in place with providers in a regulated children’s education and care service.
  • 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.

 

Note: Employment and specific career outcomes are not guaranteed and may vary based on individual circumstances and industry conditions.

Fees
Tuition Fee: $8,300
Enrolment Fee: $300 (Non-refundable)
Material Fee: $1,000
Total Fees: $9,600
For further information, please email us at info@stc.edu.au
Education pathways after completing CHC30125 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care may include:
  • CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
  • CHC52025 Diploma of Community Services
  • CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support
  • CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support
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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