Course Code:
National Course Code: CHC30125 || CRICOS Course Code: 120690D
Course Duration:
48 weeks duration of Full Time study including breaks
Campus:
Level 9, 120 Spencer Street, Melbourne CBD
Mode of Delivery:
Online, face-to-face training and work placement, Self-study
Assessment Methods:
Written work, projects, case studies, log book and observations
Qualification Hours:
800 Hours (Including Work Placement)
Work Placement Hours:
160 Hours (Placements will be provided by college)
Fees:
This course is currently being offered for $12,000*
Course Overview
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. They support children’s wellbeing, and development in the context of an approved learning framework. Educators use a range of well-developed skills and knowledge using discretion and judgment when carrying out their work in the context of established policies and procedures. They may work independently or under the guidance of others, though in some contexts that guidance may not be on-site.
Early childhood educators work in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools or kindergartens.
To achieve this qualification, the individual must have completed a total of at 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. Individuals must complete the National Child Safety Training prior to undertaking any work placement hours in a regulated children’s education and care service. The total number of hours may be applied collectively across all units of competency that include the requirement for workplace hours.
Licensing/regulatory information
Under the Education and Care Services National Law (as applied in each state and territory) the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) publishes lists of approved early childhood education and care qualifications and information regarding regulatory requirements here: www.acecqa.gov.au.
The Education and Care Services National Law (Section 162B) now requires all individuals working or volunteering in a regulated children’s education and care service to complete mandated National Child Safety Training. This training is separate from the units of competency within this qualification. Further information on who needs to complete the Foundation and/or Advanced National Child Safety Training, timeframes for completing the training, and how to access the training can be found at acecqa.gov.au.
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Successful completion of year 11 or equivalent
- English level of at least IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
- Successful completion of the college's LLN (Language, Literacy and Numeracy) test and digital literacy assessment
Must have:
- Access to a computer (with Adobe Reader, Microsoft Word and a web browser)
- Access to the Internet
- Access to a video and audio recording device
- Computer skills including an understanding of how to access an online video conferencing software, how to use Microsoft Word and Adobe Reader, and be able to download, scan and upload documents, and how to access online materials.
(If you need any help regarding access to a computer and meeting the computer skill requirements, the college can provide support for you).
Applicants with no formal qualifications and who are commencing within or have experience within a relevant industry may also be considered for entry into the Course.
Additional Requirements:
Before commencing work placement, learners are required to provide:
- A Working with Children Check
- A Federal Police Check (name check), no more than 6 months
- National child safety training completion certificate
- Evidence of up-to-date vaccination as required.
To be awarded the CHC30125 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, competency must be achieved with total of Seventeen (17) units, consisting of:
- Fifteen (15) Core Units
- Two (2) 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.
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
CHCPRT025 Identify and report 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
Training Product Status: Current
Training Product Release Date: 17 July 2026
After achieving this qualification, students may continue their studies in CHC50125 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
The training methodology for this training program will ensure that the course is
- Flexible
- Accessible
- Hands-on training/work placement
- Practical
- Access to equipment and teaching personnel
- Student Mentoring
