CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
About this course
METS trainers will inspire you as you begin your career in the world of Early Childhood Education and Care. Explore one of the most fulfilling career paths for those with a love of children, early education and a passion for childhood development.
This nationally-recognised course includes 15 core units and 2 electives. You will gain an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a Certificate III level educator which may include, but are not limited to:
- Providing Education and Care to Children
- Supporting children’s learning and development, including contributing to the educational program and practice
- Assisting the delivery of an approved learning framework
- Developing positive relationships with children and families
- Supporting the daily routines of children
- Contributing to the delivery of National Quality Standards requirements
- Ensuring compliance with service policies and national and/or state-based legislation.
Enjoy potential options of flexible hours within your childcare career, where you will foster the holistic development of children aged 0-5.
To achieve this qualification, the individual must have completed a total of 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. The total number of hours may be applied collectively across all units of competency that include the requirement for workplace hours
To achieve this qualification, the individual must have completed a total of 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. The total number of hours may be applied collectively across all units of competency that include the requirement for workplace hours.
Students will be required to complete and pass a Working with Children Check/Police Clearance in the state or territory that they are working in prior to commencing child-related work (this includes work placement).
After completing this nationally recognized Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care course, you can pursue a career as a:
- Early Childhood Educator
- Outside School Hours Care Educator
- Family Day Care Educator
- Childcare Support Worker
- Pre School Assistant
- Qualified Nanny
- 18 months (Full-time)
- 12 months (Fee-for-service)
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. Students must have computer literacy and literacy skills and be above the age of 16 to enrol. Students under the age of 18 will require a parent or guardians’ permission to enrol.
There are a wide variety of funding options available. From government funding through to fee-for-service. To find out what you are eligible for, click here.
- 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
- HLTWHS001 – Participate in workplace health and safety
- HLTAID012 – Provide First Aid in an education and care setting (there is an online portion to be completed and face to face class to attend)
- CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people
- CHCPRP003 – Reflect on and improve own professional practice
- CHC40313 Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention
- CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
- CHC50313 Diploma of Child, Youth and Family Intervention
START DATE
Enrol Anytime
DURATION
12 Months Self Paced
MODES OF LEARNING
Workplace Traineeships, Online Learning, Classroom Courses
Funding available
FAQs
To be eligible to commence a traineeship, a participant must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident working full or part time within a service (minimum 15 hours). The participant must have the support of their employer, an accredited RTO (such as METS Training Services) and an Australian Apprenticeship Centre.
Yes. Under certain circumstances your traineeship can be extended, however this process can take some time and applying for an extension should be considered as a last resort. You should speak to us and/or your Australian Apprenticeship Centre if you are considering applying for an extension.