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The Certificate III in ECEC CHC30113 qualification covers workers who use organisation policies, procedures and individual children’s profiles to plan activities and provide care to children, facilitating their leisure and play and enabling them to achieve their developmental outcomes.
Depending on the setting, workers may work under direct supervision or autonomously.
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National Recognition
We recognise AQF qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued by other Registered Training Organisations. We acknowledge and support National Recognition as an integral part of the Australian Quality Framework. Therefore, we accept the qualifications issued by other RTOs in any State or Territory of Australia.
Occupational Titles May Include:
- Child care educator
- * Outside school hours care assistant
- Playgroup supervisor
- * Recreation assistant
- Family day care worker
- Nanny
- early childhood eduactor
- Mobile assistant
* Some jurisdictions may require Certificate IV in Children’s Services (Outside school hours care) for these work roles
Packaging Rules
15 units must be selected for this qualification including:
- 15 compulsory units
- 3 elective units
Course Modules
CHC30113 CERTIFICATE III in Early Childhood Education & Care
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National CodeUnit of Competency TitleCore/ Elective
| CHCPRT001 | Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | C |
| CHCECE002 | Ensure the health and safety of children | C |
| CHCECE001 | Develop cultural competence | C |
| CHCECE011 | Provide experiences to support children’s play & learning | C |
| CHCECE009 | Use an approved learning framework to guide practice | C |
| CHCECE010 | Support the holistic development of children in early childhood | C |
| CHCECE003 | Provide care for children | C |
| CHCLEG001 | Work legally & ethically | C |
| CHCECE004 | Promote & provide healthy drinks and food | C |
| HLTWHS001 | Participate in WHS | C |
| HLTAID004 | provide an emergency first aid response in an education & care setting | C |
| CHCECE007 | Develop positive and respectful relationships with children | C |
| CHCECE005 | Provide care for babies and toddlers | C |
| CHCECE013 | Use information about children to inform practice | C |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal &/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety | C |
| CHCECE006 | Support behaviour of children and young people | E |
| BSBWOR301 | POrganise personal work priorities & development | E |
| CHCECE012 | Support children to connect with their world | E |
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Articulation
When you have completed this course you can apply for employment in children’s services in the above roles and you will have completed several units that can be credited across to CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care
Workplace Practicum
Workplace practicum is a compulsory aspect of the course. You will need to complete a minimum of 120 hours in a regulated child care centre which will contribute to the completion of the course. If you are currently working in a child care centre you can complete the practicum in your place of employment, however for those new to the industry, we will locate a centre for you, close to home.
Workplace practicum will involve you learning “on the job”. You will have specific tasks to complete whilst under the supervision of a qualified educator. We will visit you on your practicum to assess your practical skills and provide you with any additional support or mentoring where needed.
First Aid
Completion of HLTAID004 Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting is a core unit, hence compulsory. Early Years Training & Consultancy will inform students of the required First Aid course to be completed and assist students in locating an appropriate organisation who deliver this unit of competency. The cost of Completing First Aid will be the responsibility of the student.
Course Costs
To see course costs and payment plans please take a look at our Course Cost page or download our FREE Course Guide
Webinars – On line Workshops
Online Webinars are delivered several times / month. These workshops will cover part of the unit, hence assist you in completing that unit. Webinars for distance students run for 1-2 hours. Students who wish to attend these will need to book a place for each session. There are also recorded webinars available and these can be accessed at any time. Workshops are at NO extra charge to students.
Workshops are recommended, but are not mandatory.
Professional Development Workshops and Webinars
You can view the Professional Development Workshops that are available on the “workshop” page. Students are able to attend UNLIMITED workshops / webinars for FREE. You will receive a certificate of attendance for these and they are great for your resume.
