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The following Australian Health and Management Institute courses are delivered and assessed under the Australian Qualifications Framework to ensure quality training and assessment. The following AQF courses are listed on the National Register at www.training.gov.au and on CRICOS http://cricos.education.gov.au/Institution/InstitutionDetails.aspx?ProviderCode=03595K
CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care Back
CRICOS Course Code: 108234G
Duration: 52 weeks (40 weeks delivery plus 12 weeks term break)
Intake Dates:
- 30th January 2023,
- 24th April 2023,
- 17th July 2023,
- 9th October 2023
- Mode of Study
- Course Description
- Course Structure
- Entry Requirement
- Career Opportunities
- Education Pathways
- Exit Point/Award
Students study full time mixed mode of delivery that integrates:
- Face to Face, Online and Self Study* Total of 20 hours per week.
- scheduled hours for on-line learning (5 hours per week during term time)
- * self-study to revise and reinforce areas of knowledge, assessment research and assessment preparation and completion.
- 120 hours mandatory work placement
The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care 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.
CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care consists of seventeen (17) units of competency, comprising 15 core units and 2 elective units, in accordance with the packaging rules.
Core Units
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CHCECE030 |
Support inclusion and diversity |
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CHCECE031 |
Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing |
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CHCECE032 |
Nurture babies and toddlers |
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CHCECE033 |
Develop positive and respectful relationships with children |
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CHCECE034 |
Use an approved learning framework to guide practice |
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CHCECE035 |
Support the holistic learning and development of children |
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CHCECE036 |
Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning |
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CHCECE037 |
Support children to connect with the natural environment |
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CHCECE038 |
Observe children to inform practice |
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CHCECE054 |
Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures |
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CHCECE055 |
Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care |
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CHCECE056 |
Work effectively in children’s education and care |
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CHCPRT001 |
Identify and respond to children and young people at risk |
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HLTAID012 |
Provide First Aid in an education and care setting |
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HLTWHS001 |
Participate in workplace health and safety |
Elective Units
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CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people |
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HLTFSE001 |
Follow basic food safety practices |
Although there are no stated entry requirements in the CHC Training Package for entry into CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, international students must be 18 years of age or above and provide evidence the following published entry requirements as stated below:
International Students
- Must be 18 years of age or above at the time of enrolment
- Year 12 or equivalent of Australian HSC
English Language Entry Requirements:
- IELTS score 6.0 minimum (no lower than 5.5 in each band) or equivalent
Students are required to complete 120 hours mandatory work placement to complete CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
Students may request Australian Health and Management Institute to organise their work placement or they may find their own mandatory work placement. In the event the student has selected the work placement, Australian Health and Management Institute staff undertakes a work place suitability assessment prior to approval
All students are required to evidence the following documentation prior to undertaking mandatory work placement
- Current and satisfactory police check
- Working with Children Check
- Current First Aid Certificate
Graduates at this level will have skills for work. Job roles and titles may vary but can include:
- Early Childhood Educator
- Family Day Care Worker
- Nanny
- Recreation assistant
- Playgroup supervisor
After successfully achieving CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, candidates may undertake CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Students that successfully complete all 17 units of competency as stated in the Course Structure will be issued with CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. This qualification is recognised nationally under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF)
Students that complete some but not all of the units of competency as stated in the Course Structure may be issued with a Statement of Attainment. It will identify only those units of competence that have been completed as part of the qualification and recognised nationally under the AQF.