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Diploma of Early Childhood
Education and Care

  • Centre
    Manager
  • Childhood
    Education Manager
  • Children’s
    Service Director
  • Director
    (Children’s Services)
  • Program Leader (Children’s Services)
  • Educational Support
    Leader or Educational Support Officer
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GET STARTED ON THE CAREER OF YOUR DREAMS

If you’re passionate about molding and educating the young minds of Australia’s youth, then you should contemplate enrolling in the CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care. This program will equip you with the skills to plan, execute, and oversee programs in early childhood services while adhering to licensing, accreditation, and duty of care standards. With legislation mandating that most educators in the early childhood services industry possess or be working towards a Diploma level qualification, there’s no better time than now to pursue the CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care. This course will provide you with the knowledge to plan, execute, and oversee programs in early childhood services.

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Learning Method

100% online study at your own pace with dedicated support through your learning journey

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Study Duration

9 Months to complete with the option to complete sooner

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Work Placement

280 hours minimum work placement required

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Course Pricing

Starting from $74.95 per week

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GET STARTED ON THE CAREER OF YOUR DREAMS

If you’re passionate about molding and educating the young minds of Australia’s youth, then you should contemplate enrolling in the CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care. This program will equip you with the skills to plan, execute, and oversee programs in early childhood services while adhering to licensing, accreditation, and duty of care standards. With legislation mandating that most educators in the early childhood services industry possess or be working towards a Diploma level qualification, there’s no better time than now to pursue the CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care. This course will provide you with the knowledge to plan, execute, and oversee programs in early childhood services.

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Learning Method

Hybrid program of in class and online, spend time in our world leading facility on the Gold Coast whilst utilising our custom online learning tools

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Study Duration

12 months to complete with the option to complete sooner

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Work Placement

280 hours minimum work placement required

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Course Pricing

Flexible payment arrangements on application

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

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Course Requirement

In order to obtain the CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, you must successfully fulfill the requirements of 15 units of competency, consisting of 12 core units and 3 elective units.

Candidates are also expected to complete at least 280 working hours in an Approved Service, which will enable them to undertake various relevant tasks associated with the course.

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Entry Requirements

Students will be required to complete and pass a Working With Vulnerable People Check (including a national police check) in the state or territory that they are working in prior to commencing work in this field.

Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who hold one of these previous qualifications:

CHC30121 – Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

CHC30113 – Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

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Student Selection Process

GA’s student selection process is designed to ensure that you are enrolled in the qualification that best meets your needs.

GA’s selection criteria will take into account various factors when deciding upon which students will be offered places in the program including;

  • The students’ needs and desired outcomes
  • The ability and commitment of the students to complete the course;
  • Eligibility requirements listed in the applicable National Training Package;
  • Students existing ability in the ACSF core skills, (learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy)

Students not meeting these requirements will be directed to more suitable qualifications or skill development programs.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

1

Course Requirement

In order to obtain the CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, you must successfully fulfill the requirements of 15 units of competency, consisting of 12 core units and 3 elective units.

Candidates are also expected to complete at least 280 working hours in an Approved Service, which will enable them to undertake various relevant tasks associated with the course.

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Entry Requirements

Students will be required to complete and pass a Working With Vulnerable People Check (including a national police check) in the state or territory that they are working in prior to commencing work in this field.

Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who hold one of these previous qualifications:

CHC30121 – Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

CHC30113 – Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

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Student Selection Process

GA’s student selection process is designed to ensure that you are enrolled in the qualification that best meets your needs.

GA’s selection criteria will take into account various factors when deciding upon which students will be offered places in the program including;

  • The students’ needs and desired outcomes
  • The ability and commitment of the students to complete the course;
  • Eligibility requirements listed in the applicable National Training Package;
  • Students existing ability in the ACSF core skills, (learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy)

Students not meeting these requirements will be directed to more suitable qualifications or skill development programs.

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CAREER INSIGHTS

A Child Care course can go a long way. Here’s what is possible

  • Centre Manager (Children’s Services)
  • Childhood Education Manager
  • Children’s Service Director
  • Children’s Services Coordinator
  • Educational Support Leader or Educational Support Officer
  • Director (Children’s Services)
  • Program Leader (Children’s Services)
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Future Growth

Up to 22% projected growth in the Child Care sector by 2026

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Avg Weekly Pay

Up to $1500 per week for Child Care Centre Managers

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Training Satisfaction

96% of graduates were satisifed with the training

COURSE STRUCTURE

The CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education, a total of 15 units of competency must be completed 12 core units, plus 3 elective units.

CORE UNITS

The following 12 core units must be completed:

BSBTWK502

Manage team effectiveness

CHCECE041

Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children

CHCECE042

Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing

CHCECE043

Nurture creativity in children

CHCECE044

Facilitate compliance in a children’s education and care service

CHCECE045

Foster 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

CHCECE048

Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum

CHCECE049

Embed environmental responsibility in service operations

CHCECE050

Work in partnership with children’s families

CHCPRP003

Reflect on and improve own professional practice

ELECTIVE UNITS

The following 3 units must be completed:

CHCECE057

Use collaborative practices to uphold child protection principles

CHCINM002

Meet community information needs

CHCPOL002

Develop and implement policy

COURSE STRUCTURE

The CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education, a total of 15 units of competency must be completed 12 core units, plus 3 elective units.

CORE UNITS

The following 12 core units must be completed:

BSBTWK502

Manage team effectiveness

CHCECE041

Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children

CHCECE042

Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing

CHCECE043

Nurture creativity in children

CHCECE044

Facilitate compliance in a children’s education and care service

CHCECE045

Foster 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

CHCECE048

Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum

CHCECE049

Embed environmental responsibility in service operations

CHCECE050

Work in partnership with children’s families

CHCPRP003

Reflect on and improve own professional practice

ELECTIVE UNITS

The following 3 units must be completed:

CHCECE057

Use collaborative practices to uphold child protection principles

CHCINM002

Meet community information needs

CHCPOL002

Develop and implement policy

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PAYMENT INFORMATION

Spend more time focusing on your future than paying your fees! We have made paying for your online course as simple as possible. You can choose to pay upfront and save, or take advantage of our interest free payment plans.

Pay upfront and save

Up to 30% Credit discount is available for upfront course fees payment.

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Take advantage of our Interest FREE payment plans! You can choose to pay for your online course on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly instalments, whichever is more convenient to you.

Speak to us for information on your online course fees, flexible payment plans and available payment methods.

Got questions about studying a Cert III Early Childhood Education and Care?

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What is a Certificate III Early Childhood Education and Care?

A Cert III in Early Childhood Education and Care is a nationally recognised qualification in Australia that enables individuals to work as educators and carers in the early childhood sector. It provides the skills and knowledge necessary to support and enhance the learning and development of children from birth to five years of age.

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Can a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care help my job prospects?

Early childhood education and care is a rapidly growing sector, with strong demand for qualified staff. Completing a Cert III in Early Childhood Education and Care can help give you the qualifications needed to become a qualified, and confident early childhood educator, as well as give you the practical experience you need to apply yourself to roles.

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Do I need prior education to study a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care?

Students studying a Cert III in Early Childhood Education and Care don’t need prior higher learning qualifications or certificates, however, they must have appropriate AQF level Language, literacy, and numeracy skills. As well as this, students need to be eligible to apply and obtain a Blue Card to work with children.

Students must have appropriate AQF level language, literacy and numeracy skills.

Got questions about studying a Cert III Early Childhood Education and Care?

1

What is a Certificate III Early Childhood Education and Care?

A Cert III in Early Childhood Education and Care is a nationally recognised qualification in Australia that enables individuals to work as educators and carers in the early childhood sector. It provides the skills and knowledge necessary to support and enhance the learning and development of children from birth to five years of age.

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Can a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care help my job prospects?

Early childhood education and care is a rapidly growing sector, with strong demand for qualified staff. Completing a Cert III in Early Childhood Education and Care can help give you the qualifications needed to become a qualified, and confident early childhood educator, as well as give you the practical experience you need to apply yourself to roles.

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Do I need prior education to study a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care?

Students studying a Cert III in Early Childhood Education and Care don’t need prior higher learning qualifications or certificates, however, they must have appropriate AQF level Language, literacy, and numeracy skills. As well as this, students need to be eligible to apply and obtain a Blue Card to work with children.

Students must have appropriate AQF level language, literacy and numeracy skills.

Our graduates

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James L.

Enrolling in the Certificate III at Gifford Academy was the start of an incredible journey. The teaching staff was incredibly supportive, and the practical aspects of the course thoroughly prepared me for real childcare settings. I've gained invaluable skills and confidence, and I'm eager to start making a difference in young children's lives.

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Maria T.

I was nervous about going back to study, but choosing the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education at Gifford Academy was the best decision I could have made. The course was so flexible around my life commitments, and the teachers were always there when I needed help or a bit of encouragement. It’s been a really empowering experience!

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Anita S.

Doing the Diploma at Gifford Academy has opened so many doors for me. The lecturers brought real passion and industry insights into every class, which made learning so engaging. Plus, getting involved in projects with local childcare centres was a highlight—real hands-on learning! I feel fully equipped to start my next chapter.

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Kevin R.

The small class sizes and personal attention from all the tutors at Gifford Academy made a huge difference in completing my Diploma. It wasn’t just about passing exams; it was about really understanding the material and how to apply it in a real-world setting. I've already secured a job, and I feel so prepared, thanks to Gifford Academy.

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Sophie G.

Studying for my Certificate III at Gifford Academy was such a rewarding experience. The campus has a great vibe—everyone is friendly and it's easy to make friends. The practical placements were a game changer for me; they really helped me understand what working in early childhood education is all about. I’m excited for what’s next!

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