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Course Features
| Length of Course | 28 weeks, Students can finish early depending on competency levels |
| Start Date | Every Week |
| Campus | Level 9, 120 Spencer Street, Melbourne CBD |
| Mode of Delivery | Classroom Based Face-to- Face Training & Work Placement
Note: Students are expected to conduct out-of-class self-learning and assessment activities whose total number of hours may vary among students. |
| Assessment Methods | Written tests, projects, log book and observations |
| Qualification Hours | 858 Hours (Including Work Placement) |
| Work Placement Hours | 160 Hours (Placements will be provided by college) |
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Overview
Child Care Training is perfect for people who are willing to start a career in early childhood. This course will guide you through the fundamentals of childhood development and caring for children. You will be introduced to working in the field of early childhood and learn how to care for children, nurture their development and make sure their environment is safe and supportive. This qualification 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.
Entry Requirement
Minimum 18 years of age
Completion of Year 11 or equivalent (or)
Sufficient LLN Skills
Applicants with no formal qualifications and who are commencing within or have experience with older persons within a Community Services industry may also be considered for entry into the Course.
All applicants are required to submit a Working with Children Check and a Federal Police background check (name check) before commencement of the learners' work placement
Course Structure
To be awarded the CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, competency must be achieved with total of Eighteen (18) units, consisting of:
- Fifteen (15) Core Units
- Three (3) Elective Units
The selected elective units will provide learners with a well-rounded unit combination aligned to current industry requirements and the qualification level.
There are no pre-requisite units for this qualification.
Elective units have been selected by the College in consultation with industry experts.
COURSE UNITS
- Unit Code
- Unit Title
- 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
- 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 to inform 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
- HLTWHS001
- Participate in workplace health and safety
- Unit Code
- Unit Title
- Elective Units
- CHCDIV001
- Work with diverse people
- CHCECE006
- Support behaviour of children and young people
- CHCECE012
- Support children to connect with their world
Training Product Status: Current
Training Product Release Date:6 August 2015
Pathways for Students
After achieving this qualification, students may continue their studies in CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.
Career Opportunities
This course may provide employment opportunities in centre-based care, occasional care, out of school hour’s care and family day care.
Job roles include:
- Early childhood educator
- Playgroup supervisor
- Family day care worker
- Nanny
- Childhood Education Assistant
Training Methodology
The training methodology for this training program will ensure that the course is
- Flexible
- Accessible
- Affordable
- Practical
- Hands-on training/work placement
- Access to equipment and teaching personnel
- Student Mentoring
- Valid
- Reliable
- Fair
Fees
This course is currently being offered for $1299* (Promotional Price)
Course Features
| Length of Course | 48 weeks duration of Full Time study including breaks |
| Start Date | Batches Every Month. |
| Campus | Level 9, 120 Spencer Street, Melbourne CBD |
| Mode of Delivery | Classroom Based Face-to- Face Training & Work Placement |
| Assessment Methods | Written tests, projects, log book and observations |
| Qualification Hours | 858 Hours (Including Work Placement) |
| Work Placement Hours | 160 Hours (Placements will be provided by college) |
Need more information?
MAKE AN ENQUIRY
Overview
Child Care Training is perfect for people who are willing to start a career in early childhood. This course will guide you through the fundamentals of childhood development and caring for children. You will be introduced to working in the field of early childhood and learn how to care for children, nurture their development and make sure their environment is safe and supportive. This qualification 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.
Entry Requirement
Minimum 18 years of age
Completion of Year 11 or equivalent (or)
English level of at least IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
Applicants with no formal qualifications and who are commencing within or have experience with older persons within a Community Services industry may also be considered for entry into the Course.
All applicants are required to submit a Working with Children Check and a Federal Police background check (name check) before commencement of the learners' work placement
Course Structure
To be awarded the CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, competency must be achieved with total of Eighteen (18) units, consisting of:
- Fifteen (15) Core Units
- Three (3) Elective Units
The selected elective units will provide learners with a well-rounded unit combination aligned to current industry requirements and the qualification level.
There are no pre-requisite units for this qualification.
Elective units have been selected by the College in consultation with industry experts.
COURSE UNITS
- Unit Code
- Unit Title
- 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
- 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 to inform 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
- HLTWHS001
- Participate in workplace health and safety
- Unit Code
- Unit Title
- Elective Units
- CHCDIV001
- Work with diverse people
- CHCECE006
- Support behaviour of children and young people
- CHCECE012
- Support children to connect with their world
Training Product Status: Current
Training Product Release Date:6 August 2015
Pathways for Students
After achieving this qualification, students may continue their studies in CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.
Career Opportunities
This course may provide employment opportunities in centre-based care, occasional care, out of school hour’s care and family day care.
Job roles include:
- Early childhood educator
- Playgroup supervisor
- Family day care worker
- Nanny
- Childhood Education Assistant
Training Methodology
The training methodology for this training program will ensure that the course is
- Flexible
- Accessible
- Affordable
- Practical
- Hands-on training/work placement
- Access to equipment and teaching personnel
- Student Mentoring
- Valid
- Reliable
- Fair
Fees
This course is currently being offered for $7000*
Note: If you are an onshore international student and currently studying another course with another course provider in Melbourne/ holding another COE (Confirmation of Enrolment), you may be able to enrol in an intensive course for CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care where this course is delivered intensively for 28 weeks without break. The tuition fee for this intensive course is currently being offered for $1,299* (Promotional Price).
what our students say
I am enjoying the course. I am learning new information. The instructor is fun and interesting, which keeps me captivated. I would love it if this college offers a child care diploma.
Farrah Salhah
AustraliaMelbourne City College is a flexible institute that provide a lot of support in my studies. Special thank you for my teacher who is very supportive and teach us in a practical way. Thank you!
Janani Manodya Ekanaaka
Sri LankaMelbourne City College is one of the best colleges in Victoria. All staff are very supportive and helpful. Our teacher is very humble and kind and always helped us in progressing our course. She is very flexible with everyone in class.
Divya Naithani
IndiaThe school is really central, very close to transport and there is a lot of coffee shops and restaurants. The classroom is spacious with modern design and comfortable seating. I feel the school is managed really well and I look forward to coming to class.
