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CHC50121

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Study Method
Online
Institution
Phillips Institute
Recognition
Nationally Recognised Training
Start Date
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  • This is NOT a FREE TAFE course, government funding is not currently available. Payment plan options are available.

Course Overview

Do you love working with children?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your early childhood education and care career, then the CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is just for you!

This Nationally Recognised Training course equips you with the skills and knowledge to meet the requirements for a leading role in this exciting and challenging industry.

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Job Outcomes

Potential career outcomes could include:

  • Authorised Supervisor
  • Children’s Services Coordinator
  • Centre Manager
  • Centre Director
  • Childhood Educator
  • Group/Team Coordinator/Leader
  • Children’s Adviser
  • Program Leader (children’s services)
  • Children’s Service Director/Manager
  • Child Development Worker
  • Early Childhood Educator
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What You'll Learn

This course comprises 15 units consisting of 12 core units and 3 elective units, covering skills and knowledge that includes:

  • Ensuring the health and safety of infants and young children
  • Caring for babies and toddlers
  • Using an approved learning framework
  • Analysing information to inform learning
  • Designing and implementing the curriculum to foster children’s learning and development
  • Working in partnership with families to provide appropriate education and care for children
  • Developing teams and individuals
  • And more!

Recognition

<p>Nationally recognised training logo.</p>
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia

Study Method

  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Duration Study Load

  • Duration is approximately 9 months, however some students may be able to complete in a shorter timeframe, or may need further time to complete

Delivery

  • Self-paced online

Entry Requirements

  • You must hold either the CHC30121 or CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care to enrol in this course
  • To gain maximum benefit from this training, you will need to be able to speak, read and write fluently in English. It is recommended that applicants have completed at least a Year 11 secondary school level or higher
  • All applicants will be required to undertake a pre-training review, including an evaluation of existing language, literacy and numeracy skills
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Work Placement

  • 280 hours practical placement included ensuring you have ample opportunity to practise your skills and knowledge throughout the course

Assessment

  • Assessment tasks are practical and oriented to the work or placement context for relevance
  • They consist of a variety of tasks requiring the ability to research, analyse and present your responses in written form, including reports and as practical demonstrations. Feedback on the completion of tasks is given as you progress through the course
  • You will also be assessed while on-site completing your placement of a minimum of 280 hours. Your placement supervisor will also be asked to provide third party reports on your progress and feedback on your overall placement performance

Testimonials

  • "I highly recommend Phillips Institute to anyone seeking quality education, remarkable support and a positive learning experience!"
    Mike
  • "My Cert IV Education Support trainer at Phillips Institute is an outstanding educator. Her teaching style is both engaging and thorough, making complex concepts easy to understand. She combines a wealth of practical knowledge with real-life examples, helping students apply what they learn directly to their work. Incredibly supportive, patient, and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure everyone succeeds."
    Dee
  • "Phillips Institute saved me - they put me on an amazing career path. I started out with them doing my cert 3 to be able to assist our most vulnerable elderly with their daily care needs...moving forward 3 years and I am now an Enrolled Nurse responsible for managing a team at one of their placement providers … I still recommend Phillips especially the CEO Rosemary for the endless advice...thank you - I found my calling."
    Magda

Subjects

** = These units require candidates to complete a minimum of 280 hours placement with a regulated education and care provider

* = Elective units. Please note: elective units as published may be subject to change

Course Units
BSBTWK502Manage team effectiveness
CHCECE041Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
CHCECE042Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing**
CHCECE043Nurture creativity in children
CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children’s education and care service
CHCECE045Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children
CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children
CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children’s learning
CHCECE048Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum**
CHCECE049Embed environmental responsibility in service operations
CHCECE050Work in partnership with children’s families
CHCPRP003Reflect on and improve own professional practice
BSBHRM413Support the learning and development of teams and individuals*
BSBOPS502Manage business operational plans*
BSBPEF502Develop and use emotional intelligence*
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Payment Options

We keep our fees as low as possible and offer various fee payment options to suit you:

  • We offer payment plans to help you manage your course fee payments
  • We provide discounts for early payment of fees made in full within your first month
  • Fees may be reduced from the standard pricing with credit transfers for any units you already hold
  • Payment plans can be paid either weekly, fortnightly or monthly
  • We only create an invoice when we have discussed and confirmed with you that the course is right for you
  • If you’re already doing the role and you’re seeking a recognition pathway, ask us about our reduced pricing for RPL

Talk to us about how we can assist you to enrol with the best pricing and payment option to suit you.

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About Phillips Institute

Do what you love.  Love what you do!  Phillips Institute has trained thousands of students since 1998, specialising in healthcare, education support, community services, aged care, childcare, leisure and lifestyle, and disability support.

If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of others, you’ve come to the right place.

Our quality courses are nationally recognised all over Australia, which means you receive accredited training for the current workplace skills and knowledge that employers expect.

Why choose Phillips?

  • Great service with a tailored approach

We discuss your choice of course and study mode and advise the best option for you before your enrolment is confirmed.

  • Dedicated professional trainers and assessors


Industry experienced and qualified, our passionate training team is ready to assist and support you on your learning journey.

  • Flexible online learning and assessment


Self-paced online study with optional virtual support, with some programs offering virtual classes to suit your preference.

  • Apply and start anytime

You can start our programs when you’re ready, with ongoing immediate enrolment for self-paced online enrolments and intakes every few weeks for class-based enrolments.

  • Placement program support


If your course requires a placement, we will support you to source and organise one in your area, or you may be able to complete required hours while you work!

  • Recognition of prior learning


If you’re already working or experienced in a relevant role, we will discuss your RPL options which may save you time and fees.

  • Support when you need it


We provide further support if you need it, so you have the best chance of success. Talk to us to find out more.

  • Payment options


Payment plans with reasonable fees and discount options for early payment, or government-funded training to eligible applicants when available.

Phillips Institute is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO #21868)

Job Outcomes

Potential career outcomes could include:

  • Authorised Supervisor
  • Children’s Services Coordinator
  • Centre Manager
  • Centre Director
  • Childhood Educator
  • Group/Team Coordinator/Leader
  • Children’s Adviser
  • Program Leader (children’s services)
  • Children’s Service Director/Manager
  • Child Development Worker
  • Early Childhood Educator
Want to see more job outcomes and how your future could change?
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Recognition

<p>Nationally recognised training logo.</p>
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia

Study Method

  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

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