Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Quick Facts
Study method
Location
250 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
Duration
Recognition/Accreditation
Course provider
Entry requirements
- Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident
- Preferred age 18 years of age and above
- People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Enrolment is subject to the person being able to undertake all tasks and requirements of the course.
- Working with Children Check and in some workplaces, a Police Check, to be accepted into work placement for this qualification
This course is eligible for government funding which covers the full tuition fee. 
To check your eligibility go to the Funding Checklist.
Outline
Early childhood education and care is one of the fastest growing industries in Australia with high demand for skilled and qualified professionals. The nationally recognised Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care, provides you with the understanding and skills to support the wellbeing, learning and development of young children and babies. You will also have the opportunity to gain workplace experience in an early childhood and education service, giving you practical skills and knowledge to support job outcomes.
Content
Core units
- CHCECE003 Provide care for children
- CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety (New Units)
- CHCECE001 Develop cultural competence
- CHCECE002 Ensure the health and safety of children
- CHCECE004 Promote and provide healthy food and drinks
- CHCECE005 Provide care for babies and toddlers
- CHCECE007 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children
- CHCECE009 Use an approved learning framework to guide practice
- CHCECE010 Support the holistic development of children in early childhood
- CHCECE011 Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning
- CHCECE013 Use information about children’s play and learning
- CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically(New Units)
- CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
- HLTAID004 Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting
- HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
Elective units
- CHCECE006 Support behaviour of children and young people
- CHCECE012 Support children to connect with their world
- CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
Careers
- Early Childhood Educator
- Family Day Care Educator
- Nanny
- Playgroup Supervisor
- Out of School Hours Care Educator
Salary Expectations
Fees
Full course tuition
Fully funded
Government funded tuition
Enrolment/Materials fee
Funding
Who qualifies for funding?
We provide free government funding eligibility checks for our students, supporting them to access the education they deserve.
You are an Australia citizen, Australian permanent reisdent, or a New Zealand citizen
*If you are under 20 years of age as of 1 January this year, this rule does not apply.
Related courses
If you are passionate about the development of young children and want to learn more about providing quality education and care in a range of environments, this course is for you.
The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is for those who are interested in working in the early childhood services sector, or who are already working in the field and would like to advance their career by becoming responsible for planning, implementing and managing programs in early childhood services.
Start your career today!
Get in touch to check your eligibility for funding and kickstart your career today.
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