CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

CRICOS Course Code:CRICOS Course Code: 108234G

Duration:52 weeks (40 weeks delivery plus 12 weeks term break)

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Course Description

The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care reflects the role of workers in a range of early childhood education settings who work within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard. They support the implementation of an approved learning framework, and support children’s wellbeing, learning and development. Depending on the setting, educators may work under direct supervision or autonomously.

Students study full time mixed mode of delivery that integrates:

  • Face to Face, Online and Self Study* Total of 20 hours per week.
  • Self-study to revise and reinforce areas of knowledge, assessment research and assessment preparation and completion-Approximately 10 hours per week
  • 160 hours mandatory work placement

CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care consists of seventeen (17) units of competency, comprising 15 core units and 2 elective units, in accordance with the packaging rules.

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

 

Elective Units

CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice

International Students must be 18 years of age at the time of enrolment.

Academic Entry Requirements: Year 12 or equivalent of Australian HSC.

English Language Entry Requirements: IELTS score 6.0 (with no bands less than 5.5) or equivalent Pearson Test of English (PTE).

Students may request Australian Health and Management Institute to organise their work placement or they may find their own mandatory work placement. In the event the student has selected the work placement, Australian Health and Management Institute staff undertakes a work place suitability assessment prior to approval

All students are required to evidence the following documentation prior to undertaking mandatory work placement

  • Current and satisfactory police check
  • Working with Children Check
  • Current First Aid Certificate

Graduates at this level will have skills for work. Job roles and titles may vary but can include:

  • Early Childhood Educator
  • Family Day Care Worker
  • Nanny
  • Recreation assistant
  • Playgroup supervisor

After successfully achieving CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, candidates may undertake CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.

Students that successfully complete all 17 units of competency as stated in the Course Structure will be issued with CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. This qualification is recognised nationally under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF)

Students that complete some but not all of the units of competency as stated in the Course Structure may be issued with a Statement of Attainment. It will identify only those units of competence that have been completed as part of the qualification and recognised nationally under the AQF.

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The Australian Government oversees Registered Training Organisations to ensure that quality standards of education and awarding qualifications meet the requirements of the Australian Qualifications Framework. Therefore, Australian Health and Management Institute is responsible for the quality of training and assessment, student support services and the issuance of Australian Qualifications Framework certification on completion of a course.

Australian Health and Management Institute AQF Courses

The following Australian Health and Management Institute courses are delivered and assessed under the Australian Qualifications Framework to ensure quality training and assessment. The following AQF courses are listed on the National Register at www.training.gov.au and on CRICOS http://cricos.education.gov.au/Institution/InstitutionDetails.aspx?ProviderCode=03595K