The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care reflects the role of early childhood educators who are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum in early childhood education and care service. Qualified graduates are equipped to supervise staff at a child care centre and may also be responsible for designing and implementing learning frameworks at early learning centres.
To work in child care you must have, or be actively working towards, at least a Certificate III qualification.
If you would like to be considered for a position in an upcoming course, please complete all sections of the Student Enrolment Form and email it to info@firstintervention.com.au.
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Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements however sound language, literacy and numeracy skills combined with a moderate level of computer literacy skills are required. Your capacity to complete the assessment items within the specified timeframes is also necessary.
Applicants must be aged 18 years or above. In line with legal requirements, you will need to successfully complete a Working with Children Check before commencing any work placement. Applicants are responsible for associated costs.
If you’re thinking about studying, we offer a Skills Recognition Pathway aimed at evaluating your options and entitlements to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), Credit Transfer (CT), National Recognition (NR) or Recognition of Current Competency (RCC).
You may be able to reduce the time it takes to get your qualification based on the skills and knowledge you’ve gained through work and life experiences.
All applicants need to complete a Pre-Training interview to discuss suitability to the Course and any RPL arrangements prior to acceptance of an Enrolment application.
Click here for Skills Recognition/Subject Exemption information when considering enrolment into this qualification course.
Course Delivery and Duration
The course is delivered through a blended learning approach including face-to-face classroom training, a variety of assessments, flexible self-study, and a practical work placement.
The standard duration of the course is 1 to 2 years (including practical work placement) however different schedules can be adopted to suit the learner cohort and reduce the course duration. You must be capable of completing the assessment items within the specified timeframes.
Placement
During the course, you are also required to complete a minimum of 240 hours of practical work placement in an early childhood setting to ensure they have the relevant practical skills and knowledge to work in the industry.
Course Requirements
28 units of competency are required to complete this qualification, including 23 core units and 5 elective units.
Core Units
CHCDIV002
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCECE001
Develop cultural competence
CHCECE002
Ensure the health and safety of children
CHCECE003
Provide care for 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
CHCLEG001
Work legally and ethically
CHCPRT001
Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
HLTAID004
Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting
CHCECE016
Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
CHCECE017
Foster the holistic development and wellbeing of the child in early childhood
CHCECE018
Nurture creativity in children
CHCECE019
Facilitate compliance in an education and care service
CHCECE020
Establish and implement plans for developing cooperative behaviour
CHCECE021
Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children
CHCECE022
Promote children’s agency
CHCECE023
Analyse information to inform learning
CHCECE024
Design and implement the curriculum to foster children’s learning and development
CHCECE025
Embed sustainable practices in service operations
CHCECE026
Work in partnership with families to provide appropriate education and care for children
HLTWHS003
Maintain work health and safety
Elective Units
BSBINN502
Build and sustain an innovative work environment
BSBLDR403
Lead team effectiveness
BSBSUS501
Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability
CHCECE012
Support children to connect with their world
CHCECE014
Comply with family day care administration requirements
Qualification
On successful completion of this course you will be awarded the CHC50113 – Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care which is a nationally recognised qualification.
Students who do not complete all units may be eligible for a Statement of Attainment for the partial completion of units within the Diploma.
Training Centres
Sydney:
Parramatta
Melbourne:
Rowville
Career Opportunities
Potential job roles in this qualification are:
- Authorised early childhood supervisor
- Children’s services coordinator
- Childcare centre manager
- Childhood educator
- Children’s adviser
- Early childhood educator
Payment options
Flexible payment options are available. Contact us for further details.
Pathways
Pathways provide ways into and connections between courses, starting at certificate level and right through to postgraduate study.
The units of competency achieved in this qualification may provide credit towards a range of other qualifications at Diploma level and above, with many students continuing with their early childhood education and care knowledge and training and moving into more advanced areas of study as a natural progression.
After completing your Diploma, you may be eligible to apply for particular higher education qualifications such as an Undergraduate degree in Early Childhood Education and Care.
Further details on qualifications and job pathways are available from the My Skills and training.gov.au websites:
www.myskills.gov.au
www.training.gov.au
Trainers
Our training is delivered by qualified early childhood education and care professionals who excel in their field of expertise. All trainers hold a minimum qualification of Certificate IV in Training & Assessment.
We offer the highest standards of knowledge and skills transfer, supported by up-to-date, relevant information on industry practices and protocols.
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