CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

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Before you enrol!

Did you know we offer CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care in a dual qualification to save you money and get you the most equipped for the childcare education industry?

To support individuals looking to enter the childcare education industry ACTAC is offering an industry leading Dual Qualification in Early Childhood Education which includes both CHC30121 and CHC50121 at a massively reduced price!

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This qualification reflects the role of educators in early childhood education and care who work in regulated children’s education and care services in Australia. Educators at this level are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum that meets the requirements of an approved learning framework and for maintaining compliance in other areas of service operations. You will use specialised knowledge and analyse and apply theoretical concepts to diverse work situations.

As an early childhood educator, you can work in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools or kindergartens.

To achieve this qualification, you must complete a total of least 160 hours of work in a regulated children’s education and care service in Australia as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency. The total number of hours may be applied collectively across all units of competency that include the requirement for workplace hours.

COURSE DETAILS

COURSE TITLE

CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

How long is the Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education and Care?

12 months with the ability to extend for 6 months.

How much does Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care cost?

Total Upfront Cost: $1299

Payment Plan: $1,800 (weekly payments of $40)

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NATIONALLY RECOGNISED

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AWARDED BY

Australian College of Teachers Aides and Childcare (RTO ID 45004)

COURSE STRUCTURE

17 units in total, including 15 core units and 2 elective units (Expected Study Hours is 1243 hours).

COURSE DELIVERY

Online via DESILMS.

You will also undertake a Work Placement (minimum of 160 hours in a regulated children’s education and care service in Australia.) Please note: ACTAC does not accept work placement being carried out in a family daycare setting.

CAREER PATHWAY

Depending on your long term career and study goals, upon completion of CHC30121 you may wish to progress to completing CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care or seek employment in various roles in a childcare industry.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

To enrol in this course you must be:

• Minimum age 18
• Provide a valid USI – How do I get a USI?
• Be able to provide a suitable work placement in accordance with the work placement checklist
• and have one of the following:
  • Australian Citizenship
  • Australian Permanent Resident
  • Must hold a visa that allows domestic study (non-CRICOS)

LEARNER OBLIGATIONS

To complete your CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care you need access to:

• A computer with reliable internet access and a web browser
• A device to record video
• A calculator
• Digital presentation media (e.g. PowerPoint, video presentation, infographics, etc.)
• Expected Study Hours are 1243 hours total (or 20-25 hours per week)

QUALIFICATION STATUS

Current – Supersedes CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL)

All students will have the opportunity to have their prior learning assessed.

Notice for Overseas Students

Please Note: Holders of Subclass 500 visas and visas that with an expiration date on or before the expected course completed date are ineligible to study with ACTAC. Any application to enrol by any holder of a Subclass 500 visa or a visa with a conflicting expiration date will not be accepted and subject to a $199 administration fee.

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
• CHCECE038 Observe children to inform practice
• CHCECE054 Promote understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander 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
• HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
• CHCECE037 Support children to connect with the natural environment
• *HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting

Elective Units

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

THIS PROGRAM IS PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY ACT FOR KIDS

Act for Kids is an Australian charity providing free therapy and support services to children and families who have experienced, or are at risk of child abuse and neglect. We have helped thousands of children and families for over 30 years.

Here at the Australian College of Teachers Aide and Childcare, we are proud to partner with organisations that understand the complex needs of children and at-risk youth, such as “Act for Kids”. When studying with us, you will not only learn valuable skills and knowledge for your future career, but you will also help one of the most vulnerable groups in our society. Every learner who enrols in a children protection course with ACTAC will facilitate one child participating in the “Act for Kids” protective behaviours program.

CERTIFICATE III IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE JOB OUTCOMES

Learners undertaking this course can apply it to many potential job outcomes, including:

• Long Day Care Educator
• Kindergarten Assistant
• Family Day Care Educator
• Pre-school Educator