Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

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Qualification code

CHC30121

CRICOS code

108574J

Delivery mode

Face to Face. This program is delivered in the classroom.

Course duration

  • 52 weeks
  • Training and assessment: 40 weeks total
  • Holidays: 12 weeks total
  • Terms: 4 total (10 weeks each)
January / April / July / October 2024

Course description

This qualification reflects the role of workers in a range of early childhood education settings who work within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard. They support the implementation of an approved learning framework, and support children’s wellbeing, learning and development. Depending on the setting, educators may work under direct supervision or autonomously.

Learner characteristics and target group

The CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is aimed at international students who want to become an early childhood carer and educator as part of a specialist team professional of childcare workers.

ZOI Education believes students should be interested in working with babies, toddlers, children, and their families to ensure the child’s time in childcare is safe, and the foundation of their education is effective and well supported.

Students may be school leavers commencing their careers, career changers, return to workers, or anyone later in their work-life cycle who want to impact the lives of children in a childcare environment.

Students must be prepared and willing to work with children and their families equally and must have sufficient LLN skills needed to undertake this course.

Students studying towards the Certificate III will be required to work within a group as well as individually.

When on placement the student must be able to work within a team and autonomously with the ability to show initiative under the supervision of a room leader.

ZOI Education endeavours to attract a balanced mix of international students from all over the world, however this is subject to applications received from education agents prior to each intake.

ZOI’s current list of education agents predominantly refer students from Asia/Pacific, Europe, and South America.

Units of competency

Core units

Support inclusion and diversity

CHCECE030
CHCECE031

Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing

CHCECE032

Nurture babies and toddlers

CHCECE033

Develop positive and respectful relationships with children

CHCECE034

Use an approved learning framework to guide practice

CHCECE035

Support the holistic learning and development of children

CHCECE036

Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning

CHCECE037

Support children to connect with the natural environment

CHCECE038

Observe children to inform practice

CHCECE054

Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures

CHCECE055

Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care

CHCECE056

Work effectively in children’s education and care

CHCPRT001

Identify and respond to children and young people at risk

HLTAID012

Provide First Aid in an education and care setting

HLTWHS001

Participate in workplace health and safety

Elective units

BSBLDR523

Lead and manage effective workplace relationships

CHCDIV001

Work with diverse people

Work placement program

Pathways

Study pathways

Although the Certificate III is not an entry requirement of the Diploma, students have the option to complete the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care after completion of their Certificate III. Students may also go on to study other related higher-level qualifications such as: Diploma of Community Services – CHC52015 Diploma of Early Childcare Education and Care -CHC50121.

Employment pathways

This qualification reflects the role of workers in a range of early childhood education settings who work within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard. They support the implementation of an approved learning framework, and support children’s wellbeing, learning and development. Depending on the setting, educators may work under direct supervision or autonomously. Possible job roles may include:

  • Early childhood educator
  • Family day care worker
  • Childhood educator assistant
  • Playgroup supervisor
  • Childhood Educator
  • Mobile assistant
  • Nanny
  • Outside school hours care assistant*
  • Recreation assistant*

*Some jurisdictions may require CHC41208 Certificate IV in Children’s Services (Outside school hours care) for these work roles.
Note: ZOI Education does not guarantee any employment outcomes for their students. Furthermore, ZOI does not guarantee acceptance to higher education pathways, as these are subject to entry prerequisites by the respective institution.

Entry requirements

ZOI Education has the following entry requirements: International students must meet following:

Academic Requirement

To enter this qualification, applicants should have successfully completed Year 12 (or equivalent).

Age Requirement

Students must be a minimum age of 18 years or above at the time of course commencement.

English Language Requirement

To enter this qualification, applicants must also meet English Language Requirements:

  • IELTS (Academic) overall score of 6.0; or
  • TOEFL IBT 60; or
  • Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) 169; or
  • PTE Academic 46 or equivalent.

English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:

  • Minimum five (5) years of study in English in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Britain, America, South America or Ireland.
  • Completed in Australia in English a substantial component (at least 50%) of a qualification at AQF level 4 or higher.
  • Successfully completed in Australia in English the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education.
  • Completed a recognised ELICOS program and achieved an English Proficiency level of upper intermediate or equivalent.

Pre-Training Review

All learners will undertake pre-training review to determine suitability for the course and student needs. The aim of the review is to identify their training needs through questions on previous education or training, relevance of the course to applicant, relevant experience and interview conducted by ZOI trainers and assessors. Interview will also aim to identify any support needs and possible RPL opportunities. Through pre-training review learner will demonstrate that they have necessary skills to successfully complete the course.

Language Literacy and Numeracy (LLN)

All students will be required to complete an LLN assessment prior to the commencement of the course. ZOI uses LLN robot platform for the assessment. All reports, training supplements and recommendations are generated by the LLN Robot system after comparing the learner’s ACSF spiky profile to the profile of this course.

Hardware/Software Requirements

All participants are expected to have access to a laptop or computer with internet. Learners are also expected to have Microsoft office suite of application like Word, Excel etc at their own cost to ensure successful completion of assessment. Students can access free Wi-Fi when in campus.

DHA Requirement

Applicants must also provide documentation according to Department of Home Affair requirements. For further information on student visa assessment level and documentation, visit Department of Home Affairs’ website at: https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/

Prerequisite

The Training Package requires that entry to this qualification is limited to those who: Have completed a Diploma or Advanced Diploma from the BSB Training Package (current or superseded equivalent versions). or Have two years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience in an operational or leadership role in an enterprise.

Course credit

Students may apply for recognition of existing qualifications or skills, knowledge, and experience (credit transfer or recognition of prior learning). The granting of course credit may affect course fees as well as the duration of the course. This process is outlined in ZOI Education Course Credit Policy and Procedure.

Study requirements

  • Total number of units = 17 (15 core units, 2 elective units)
  • At least 1 unit must be selected from the electives listed on https://training.gov.au/training/details/chc30121
  • 1 unit may be selected from elective listed on CHC30121, elsewhere in the CHC Community Services Training Package, or any other current Training Package or accredited course. – these units must be relevant to the work outcome.
  • You can find the latest release of the qualification and packaging rules for CHC30121 on the training.gov.au website.

More information

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.

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