Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
If you’d like to develop the skills and knowledge to work in a range of early childhood settings and make a difference in the lives of young children and families, our early childhood education and care course is ideal.
In our course you’ll learn from experienced and supportive trainers, and participate in extensive industry work placement. You’ll gain the knowledge to:
- develop and implement play and educational programs
- support and guide children’s behaviour
- maintain a safe, clean and appealing environment
- assist in implementing policies and procedures in early childhood services
You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) if you’re currently working in the early childhood sector and are wanting to update your existing qualification to meet current minimum qualification standards.
| National Code | CHC30113 |
|---|---|
| Study Areas |
Children's Services |
| Study Level | Traineeship |
| Study Type | Local |
| Study Mode | Full time: 5 months |
| Course Type | Traineeship |
| Campuses | Box Hill, Lilydale |
| Tuition Fee Type | Estimated Fee |
| Gov. Subsidised - Standard | $3,432.00 |
| Gov. Subsidised - Concession | $686.00 |
| Full Tuition Fee | $9,438.00 |
| Service Fees | Estimated Annual Fees |
| Service & Amenities* | $155.00 |
| Core Skills Support** | $75.00 |
| Annual Material Fees | $9.00 |
| Retain Course Items*** | $115.00 |
* Does not apply to VETiS or Short course students.
** Does not apply to VETiS, International students, Short Courses, Graduate Degrees , or re-enrolling students who re-enrol in the same course.
***Retained Course Items are purchased by the student once prior to commencing. The course items bought by the student become the property of the student. Such items retain a generic application for other purposes outside the student's course of study (e.g. textbooks).
Annual student tuition & material fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Fees listed are for 2019 and may increase annually over the duration of delivery. Advertised start dates and delivery locations are subject to viable student numbers. For more information please contact our Course Advisors on 1300 BOX HILL.
This training is provided to eligible individuals with funds made available by the Commonwealth and Victorian Governments
Week commencing 15 July 2019
Full time: 5 months (Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm)
Applicants must be a minimum of 17 years of age.
You should attend an information session.
You will be required to show evidence of a current Working with Children and National Police Checks to participate in work placement and to apply for future employment opportunities. You should be physically fit, enjoy being with children, have patience, understanding, energy, adaptability and a willingness to take responsibility.
TRAINEESHIP ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
To apply for this course, you must also be registered with an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network Provider and have a training contract with an employer.
We can provide information and support on how to apply for a traineeship with an employer listed by an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network Provider. Contact the Skills & Jobs Centre on (03) 8892 1350 or email sajc.elgar@boxhill.edu.au.
PRE-TRAINING REVIEW
To assist prospective students to determine whether a course is suitable and appropriate for the individual needs, Box Hill Institute will assess all students’ language, literacy and numeracy and digital literacy by asking you to undertake a self-assessment review prior to the enrolment.
A course advisor will discuss the outcomes of the review and make recommendations about whether the course is suitable for you, and identify additional support where required.
Successful completion can provide a pathway to the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.
Direct entry
Recognition of Prior Learning is available.
This course is government accredited and has national recognition
The qualification is aligned with the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) level 3
After successful completion of our early childhood education and care course you’ll be a qualified Early Childhood Educator (Level 3).
You can then apply for a range of career opportunities including as an:
- early childhood educator
- outside school hours care educator
- play group supervisor
- recreation assistant
- family day care educator
- nanny
- childcare educator/assistant
Completion of 18 units (including 15 core and 3 electives).
To be assessed as competent in this qualification you are required to undertake a minimum 120 hours supervised work placement in a registered education and care service, working with children aged 0 – 6 years of age.
Evidence provided by a workplace supervisor will contribute to assessment of your ability to work at this level.
Code |
Title |
Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CHCECE026 | WORK IN PARTNERSHIP WITH FAMILIES TO PROVIDE APPROPRIATE EDUCATION AND CARE FOR CHILDREN | 70.0 |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required for workers to participate in safe work practices to ensure their own health and safety, and that of others. The unit applies to all workers who require knowledge of workplace health and safety (WHS) to carry out their own work, either under direct supervision or with some individual responsibility. |
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| CHCECE005 | PROVIDE CARE FOR BABIES AND TODDLERS | 60.0 |
| CHCECE001 | DEVELOP CULTURAL COMPETENCE | 70.0 |
| CHCECE007 | DEVELOP POSITIVE AND RESPECTFUL RELATIONSHIPS WITH CHILDREN | 70.0 |
| HLTAID004 | PROVIDE AN EMERGENCY FIRST AID RESPONSE IN AN EDUCATION AND CARE SETTING | 20.0 |
| CHCECE002 | ENSURE THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF CHILDREN | 63.0 |
| CHCECE003 | PROVIDE CARE FOR CHILDREN | 70.0 |
| CHCECE004 | PROMOTE AND PROVIDE HEALTHY FOOD AND DRINKS | 35.0 |
| CHCECE009 | USE AN APPROVED LEARNING FRAMEWORK TO GUIDE PRACTICE | 70.0 |
| CHCECE011 | PROVIDE EXPERIENCES TO SUPPORT CHILDREN'S PLAY AND LEARNING | 40.0 |
| CHCECE010 | SUPPORT THE HOLISTIC DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN IN EARLY CHILDHOOD | 70.0 |
| CHCECE013 | USE INFORMATION ABOUT CHILDREN TO INFORM PRACTICE | 40.0 |
| CHCPRT001 | IDENTIFY AND RESPOND TO CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE AT RISK | 40.0 |
| CHCLEG001 | WORK LEGALLY AND ETHICALLY | 55.0 |
| CHCDIV002 | PROMOTE ABORIGINAL AND/OR TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER CULTURAL SAFETY | 25.0 |
| HLTWHS001 | PARTICIPATE IN WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY | 20.0 |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required for workers to participate in safe work practices to ensure their own health and safety, and that of others. The unit applies to all workers who require knowledge of workplace health and safety (WHS) to carry out their own work, either under direct supervision or with some individual responsibility. |
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| BSBWOR301 | ORGANISE PERSONAL WORK PRIORITIES AND DEVELOPMENT | 30.0 |
| CHCECE012 | SUPPORT CHILDREN TO CONNECT WITH THEIR WORLD | 40.0 |