CHC30121 – Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
CRICOS COURSE CODE: 119084C
Launch your rewarding career as a professional Early Childhood Educator!
This CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care qualification reflects the essential role of educators who work in regulated children’s education and care services across Australia. You will gain the skills and knowledge to support children’s wellbeing and development within the context of an approved learning framework. Educators use a range of well-developed skills and judgement when working within established policies and procedures.
Educators who complete this course may find employment in a variety of settings, including:
- Long Day Care Centres
- Pre-schools and Kindergartens
- Family Day Care
Career Outcomes
These roles are typically found in settings such as long day care centres, family day care, preschools, kindergartens, and early learning centres.
- Early Childhood Educator
- Childcare Assistant / Childcare Worker
- Family Day Care Educator
Qualification Entry Requirements
Macallan Entry Requirements
- Students must be a minimum of 18 years of age, or turning 18 years of age prior to commencement of their study.
- Students require a completed Year 10 or equivalent; or Non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study, LLN level and personal competencies .
- Student’s must have English proficiency as guided by Macallan College’s English Proficiency Policy and Procedures.
- IELTS Test – overall score of 6.0 (or equivalent) with no individual section score less than 5.5.
- Students need to be physically capable of performing manual handling tasks.
- Commitment to completing the mandatory 160 hours practical placement.
- Ability to obtain a Working with Children Check WWCC. Refer to section 2.2.3 for further information.
NOTE: All applicants from AL3 countries must sit an IELTS test.
- Pre-entry Oxford English online test result of no less than B2.2 with a minimum score of 71.
Childcare Industry Policy
Students are required to obtain a Working with Children Card prior to commencing practical placement. This is issued post clearance of a Working with Children Check (WWCC).
For further information, including the application process, please refer to the relevant state authority.
Blue Card Services | Your rights, crime and the law | Queensland Government
Apply for a Working with Children Check | Service NSW
SA.GOV.AU – Working with Children Checks
Working with Children Check
Course Duration
Course Duration:
52 WeeksPathways
After completing CHC30121, you can move to higher qualifications or advancement roles:
- CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care – prepares you for lead educator, coordinator roles.
- Bachelor of Early Childhood / Education – some universities may grant credit for diploma units, reducing time to degree.
- Other related VET or community services courses – e.g. work in community services, special education, inclusion support, etc.
For other relevant qualifications or explore further study options in the automotive sector please refer to www.training.gov.au
Certificate Issuance
The CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is issued after the successful completion of:
- All 17 required units of competency (15 core + 2 electives), and
- Minimum 160 hours of vocational placement in a regulated early childhood education and care setting.
Qualification Rules & Units of Competency
15 core + 2 electives
The following lists of units of competency have been selected as being an appropriate combination and suitable for industry required outcomes.
| Units Code | Units | Core | Electives | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CHCECE030 | Support inclusion and diversity | Core | |
| 2 | CHCECE031 | Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing | Core | |
| 3 | CHCECE032 | Nurture babies and toddlers | Core | |
| 4 | CHCECE033 | Develop positive and respectful relationships with children | Core | |
| 5 | CHCECE034 | Use an approved learning framework to guide practice | Core | |
| 6 | CHCECE035 | Support the holistic learning and development of children | Core | |
| 7 | CHCECE036 | Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning | Core | |
| 8 | CHCECE037 | Support children to connect with the natural environment | Core | |
| 9 | CHCECE038 | Observe children to inform practice | Core | |
| 10 | CHCECE054 | Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures | Core | |
| 11 | CHCECE055 | Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care | Core | |
| 12 | CHCECE056 | Work effectively in children’s education and care | Core | |
| 13 | CHCPRT025 | Identify and report children and young people at risk | Core | |
| 14 | HLTAID012 | Provide First Aid in an education and care setting | Core | |
| 15 | HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety | Core | |
| 16 | CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | Electives | |
| 17 | CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice | Electives |
Fees & Charges
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