CHC30121

Certificate III Early Childhood Education and Care

This qualification covers workers in the Early Childhood Education and Care sector who are responsible for planning, implementing and managing programs within the requirements of Education and Care Services, National Regulations and the National Quality Standards. At this level, workers have responsibility for supervision of other staff and volunteers.

The Early Childhood Education and Care sector offers the opportunity to stimulate and inspire children through play based learning. An active and progressive sector, where every day is different, can provide a challenging and rewarding career path.

To be eligible to work in the Early Childhood Education and Care sector you must have a minimum qualification of Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

QUALIFICATION

This is an entry level qualification for persons wishing to commence a career in the Early Childhood Education and Care sector.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Career opportunities associated with this qualification include:

Early Childhood Education and Care Director/Manager
Early Childhood Educator
Group/Team Coordinator

FEES

See current fee schedule, please contact Limestone Coast Training on 08 8762 0016 for further information. All standard course materials are supplied.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

There are no pre-requisites for this qualification.

COMPLETION

Upon successful completion of this course students will be presented with a Nationally Recognised Certificate and Statement of Attainment.

DURATION

As a guide this qualification may be completed within 24 months.

DELIVERY

We hold Face to Face Early Childhood Education and Care classes in Naracoorte and Mount Gambier. Theory is online, students require a device (laptop or tablet) and internet access for outside of classes. The training is delivered by locally based qualified trainers.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

DHS Working with Children Check – (at own cost) – Child-Related Employment Screening
Ability to perform a minimum of 160 hours of work placement (can include paid work in Early Childhood Education and Care)
Capable of performing manual handling tasks

PACKAGING RULES

The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care has a total of 17 units. 15 core and 2 electives.

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

For further information please visit www.training.gov.au

Certificate III Early Childhood Education