Course name: CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Campus: Sydney
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
| Qualification Information |
| 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. |
Students are encouraged to contact TACIS Marketing team for exact timetable and training arrangement.
Email to admission@tacis.edu.au or call 1300 769 588
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
| Certificate 3 in Childcare - Course Briefing | ||
| NTIS Code: CHC30121 | CRICOS Course Code: 106989B | |
| Name of Qualification | Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care | |
| Delivery Mode | This course is delivered as a combination of classroom workshops and online training for 20 hours a week at TACIS premises. Attendance is monitored every week and satisfactory course progress must be maintained throughout the entire course. | |
| Duration | 12 months nominal term / 52 weeks, including 4 terms x 10 weeks tuition plus 12 weeks breaks in between terms. | |
| Tuition Fees | AUD$10,800 | |
| Administration Fees (non-refundable) | AUD$300 | |
| Material Fees (non-refundable) | AUD$500 | |
| If Diploma/Advanced Diploma, is year 12 (or equivalent) required for entry? | YES | |
| Total curriculum hours (including practicum) required to complete the course: | 1800-2400 hours | |
| Is the course delivered full-time? | Yes | |
| Training Arrangements | 2 days classroom and 1 day online | |
| Certificate 3 in Childcare - Packaging Rules | ||
| Based on the information available from www.training.gov.au, the following packaging rules apply for completion of this qualification. A total number of 17 units including 15 core units PLUS 2 elective units is required for the award of this qualification. Any combination of electives that meets the packaging rules can be selected for the award of the CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. All electives have been chosen to be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and Consistent with the qualification packaging rules, the units listed below have been selected to be delivered for this qualification. The Code and Title of each unit is provided as well as an indication of core (C), elective (E), pre-requisite (Pre) and licensing requirements (Lic), if required | ||
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Core/ Elective |
| CHCECE030 | Support inclusion and diversity | C |
| CHCECE031 | Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing | C |
| CHCECE032 | Nurture babies and toddlers | C |
| CHCECE033 | Develop positive and respectful relationships with children | C |
| CHCECE034 | Use an approved learning framework to guide practice | C |
| CHCECE035 | Support the holistic learning and development of children | C |
| CHCECE036 | Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning | C |
| CHCECE037 | Support children to connect with the natural environment | C |
| CHCECE038 | Observe children to inform practice | C |
| CHCECE054 | Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures | C |
| CHCECE055 | Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care | C |
| CHCECE056 | Work effectively in children’s education and care | C |
| CHCPRT001 | Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | C |
| HLTAID012 | Provide First Aid in an education and care setting | C |
| HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety | C |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | E |
| HLTFSE001 | Follow basic food safety practices (Elective) | E |
| Entry Requirements | ||
| There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification outlined in the qualification description. However, students must: • Be 18 years old or above • have satisfactorily completed Year 12 of secondary education or its equivalent, or have appropriate and relevant experience, and; • be competent in English (a minimum of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent) or demonstrate vocational proficiency through an entry examination. Students must achieve at least 50 percent in the entry examinations before being accepted into the program); • and complete a screening interview with the Academic Manager of his representative to assess suitability and capability in completing this qualification; • If it is determined that the student need to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test, the student will be required to complete a LLN test to determine whether the student might be suitable for this qualification or any supporting services might be required during the student’s enrolment at TACIS. | ||
| Assessment Methods | ||
A range of assessment and evidence gathering methods and techniques are used including 2 – 4 or more methods for each unit of competency. For this course, methods include:
Learners may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for units of competence where they may have demonstrated competency. | ||
| Career Pathways from the Qualification | ||
| Successful completion of the CHC30121 Cert III in Early Childhood Education and Care can lead to a range of potential career opportunities including Early Childhood Educator, Childhood Educator Assistant, Outside School Hours Aide and Preschool Assistant. | ||
| Education Pathways from the Qualification | ||
Preferred pathways for students entering this qualification include:
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