- This course is only open to individuals who hold permanent Australian residency or citizenship. It is NOT available to those on Student Visas
Course Overview
Our CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care course is designed for individuals who want to make a positive and meaningful impact in a child’s life.
This course provides you with the knowledge and skills you need to care for children in various age groups. You will learn how to select healthy food and drinks, implement approved learning frameworks, and provide a safe and nurturing environment for children. Upon completion of the course, you will be qualified to work in early childhood education environments that comply with National Quality Standards and Education and Care Services National Regulations.
Campus Locations
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Early childhood educator
- Kindergarten assistant
- Family day care educator
- Nanny
- Out of school hours educator
- Team leader / Room leader
- Assistant director or director
What You'll Learn
- Care for babies and toddlers
- Workplace health and safety
- Developing positive relationships
- Behaviour support
- Legal and ethical frameworks
- Culture competence and diversity
- Holistic development
- First Aid / CPR / Asthma / Anaphylaxis
Recognition
Study Method
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Locations
- Victoria
- Melbourne
- Frankston
- Melbourne
Duration Study Load
- 1 Saturday per month
- 31 weeks duration
- 120 hours of practical placement is required
Delivery
- One Saturday per month students is required to attend a face to face class where they are to complete the Demonstration/Simulation tasks for the units
- During all sessions, the trainer assists students with course content, assignments and general course work. Students are also able to gain individual help from their trainer.
Entry Requirements
Pre-Training Review
Prospective students are booked in for a pre-training review with a NIET staff member, to answer any questions about the course and to ensure the course is suitable for their skill level and career expectations. During the review the following topics are discussed:
- Course suitability and likely job opportunities
- Existing educational qualifications and any adjustments that may apply
- Identify any support requirements for the student
- Support for equity and disadvantaged
- Course and study requirements to ensure you are fully informed
- Assessment of Literacy, Language and Numeracy level for the qualification
- Assessment of Digital literacy
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN)
- As part of the pre-training review prospective students take part in a Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment that allows students to into a course that is at the correct level for them
Industry Requirements
- In order to complete Practical Placement, you must obtain a volunteer Working with Children Check (no cost)
Under 18 supervision requirements
- If under the age of 18, a parent/guardian signature will be required for enrolment and at various stages throughout your course. Please note educators who are under 18 years of age are to be supervised at all times by an educator who is over the age of 18
Course Features
- Government funding available
- Nationally recognised course
- Highly skilled and experienced trainers
- Simulated learning environment
- Plenty of job opportunities
Work Placement
- Practical Placement allows students to complete work experience in a real-life workplace. It gives students the opportunity to gain skills and put classroom knowledge into practice
- NIET has a range of places where students can undertake Practical Placement and gain valuable skills and connections. Students are required to successfully complete the Practical Placement component of the course to gain the qualification
- For learners working in the industry, working hours may be used for Practical Placement with the approval of the employer
Recognition Of Prior Learning
- RPL is Recognition of Prior Learning and may allow some students to have prior experience assessed
- Credit Transfers are available to students who have previously completed units
Assessment
- Written assignments
- Projects
- Case studies and scenarios
- Workplace portfolios
- Presentations
- Practical Placement Logbook
- Practical Placement observations by NIET
Subjects
About Nepean Industry Edge Training
As a quality-focused and reputable training organisation, our industry connections allow us to train students in current practices, giving our students job-ready skills upon course completion.
Our industry experience means we understand what the workplace is looking for in the way of staff and make sure courses will give employers and individuals the maximum return on their investment.
We know that when training is delivered clearly and concisely by passionate individuals, all students have the opportunity to achieve their potential. The result is a competent and confident employee that contributes real value to the organisation.
