CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Course Details
This qualification reflects the role of educators in early childhood education and care who work in regulated children’s education and care services in Australia. Educators at this level are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum that meets the requirements of an approved learning framework and for maintaining compliance in other areas of service operations. They use specialised knowledge and analyse and apply theoretical concepts to diverse work situations. They may have responsibility for supervision of volunteers or other educators.
Early childhood educators work in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools or kindergartens.
To achieve this qualification, the individual must have completed a total of least 280 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. No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication. Under the Education and Care Services National Law (2011) the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) publishes lists of approved early childhood education and care qualifications and information regarding regulatory requirements here: www.acecqa.gov.au.
| Course: | 15 units (12 core plus 3 elective units) plus a mandatory 280hrs in an early childhood education and care setting |
| Timeline: | Course Completion: maximum time 18 months Course Payment: maximum time 12 months |
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Student Selection and Entry requirements |
Persons with the language, literacy & numeracy skills to fulfil their job role & complete course AND meet industry vaccination mandates Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who hold either: • CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care • CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. |
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Student Intake |
All year (except for end of year closure) |
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Delivery Mode |
Online with support from CTA Trainers and Assessors |
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Course Duration |
Maximum 18 months part-time or 6 months full-time |
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Practical Component
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Student must be either employed and working in a Regulated Early Childhood Education and Care setting OR be able to secure a Volunteer Placement for a minimum 280 hours on enrolment (confirmation from centre required) |
Fees - Diploma of Early Childhood education and Care
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High Level Skills (HLS) Student Co-contribution fee |
$30 on enrolment (no refund) plus cost of HLTAID012 First-aid Certificate if student cannot provide a copy on enrolment $15 for concession card holders on enrolment (no refund) plus cost of HLTAID012 First-aid Certificate if student cannot provide a copy on enrolment Eligibility for a HLS training subsidy by the QLD State Govt. includes.
The Higher-Level Skills program aims to assist individuals to gain the higher-level skills required to secure employment or career advancement in a priority industry, or to transition to university to further their studies Refer to the QLD Govt. VET Investment Plan Student Factsheet for more information https://desbt.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0026/7784/hls-student-factsheet.pdf |
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User Choice Apprenticeships Student Co-contribution fees |
No fees if the apprentice is under 25 years of age. https://desbt.qld.gov.au/training/providers/funded/freeapprenticeships Contribution fees for apprentices over 25 years of age. $2156.80 Payment Plan available $1294.08 *Concession Payment Plan available |
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To be eligible to receive a government contribution, the apprentice or trainee must:
*(Concession) Partial exemption of tuition fees of 40% apply if the applicant falls into one of the categories below:
Full exemption (short summary) from the student contribution fee where the participant falls into one or more of the following exemption categories:
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| Fee for service |
$5200.00 plus First-aid Payment Plan available (includes $300 enrolment fee) |
| Face-to-face classes | On application and group basis |
| VETiS (Schools) | As per school Partnership Agreement (SATS fully funded otherwise Fee for Service) |
The Enrolment fee (if applicable) is non-refundable as are courses fees once students commence training. Fees andconditions are aligned to government funding conditions. Refer to fee policy on enrolment form for further information.
Units
| 12 compulsory units and 3 elective units | ||
| CHCECE041 |
Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children |
C |
| CHCECE042 |
Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing | C |
| CHCECE043 |
Nurture creativity in children | C |
| CHCECE044 |
Facilitate compliance in a children’s education and care service | C |
| CHCECE045 |
Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children | C |
| CHCECE046 |
Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children | C |
| CHCECE047 |
Analyse information to inform children’s learning | C |
| CHCECE048 |
Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum | C |
| CHCECE049 |
Embed environmental responsibility in service operations | C |
| CHCECE050 |
Work in partnership with children’s families | C |
| CHCPRP003 |
Reflect on and improve own professional practice | C |
| BSBTWK502 |
Manage team effectiveness | C |
| CHCINM002 |
Meet community information needs | E |
| CHCPOL002 |
Develop and implement policy | E |
| CHCPRT025 |
Identify and resport children and young people at risk |
E |
Resources - Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care learning resources are available online (with support from CTA trainers) are included in the course fees. Additional charges will apply for printing of learning resources, if requested. Please check before enrolment.
Job Roles - Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
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Outcome - Diploma of Early Chidhood Education and Care
On successful completion of all units within this qualification, participants will receive a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.
Course Pathway - Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Senior Early Childhood Educator or Tertiary pathways
Student Intake - Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
All year (except for end of year closure)
Industry Placement - Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Students enrolling in this program will be required to complete a mandatory 240 hours in an early childhood education and care setting.
How is the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care Delivered & Assessed?
You will have access to a variety of theory and practical learning resources, including industry placement, which equips you with the necessary skills to secure employment. Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care course resources are readily available online to ensure 24/7 access and portability to students. Throughout the duration of your studies you will be trained, assessed and supported by qualified trainers and assessors in a variety of methods which depend on your chosen mode of study. These may include: Skype, email, phone, online, workplace visits, third party reports by workplace supervisor/s, written workbooks, videoed training presentation and or classroom tutorials.
Centrelink Eligibility - Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
If you are eligible for assistance, contact Centrelink for details of study assistance for this course before enrolment.
Recognition of Prior Learning - Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Have you gained knowledge and skills through your work, life experience, training or education? You may be halfway to a qualification and not realise it. Even if you have never formally studied or trained in a particular area, you may be able to have your skills formally recognised.
Recognition of your current skills and knowledge can occur through credit transferor recognition of prior learning.
What Is Involved?
As part of the recognition of prior learning process your existing skills and knowledge will be assessed against a range of industry standards by a qualified assessor. You can demonstrate your competence in a variety of ways including performing tasks, sharing your stories about how you carry out tasks in the work place or providing work samples and providing evidence of the mandatory 120 hours industry experience.
Credit Transfer - Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
If you have completed past studies in areas related to the Diploma of ?Early Childhood Education and Care you plan to enrol in you may be eligible for credit transfer. You will need to provide a Statement of Attainment matching the unit of competency you are seeking credit for.
Benefits of Applying for RPL
- Recognition may accelerate you through your qualification
- A qualification may assist you with getting a promotion, job security, a change in career or even a pay rise
- Recognition helps keep your studies interesting and challenging (as you are not learning things you already know)
- Recognition will never cost you more than the training it replaces
