Early Childhood Education and Care

Course Name:

CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Our Program & Course Description:

Are you looking for a rewarding career working with young children? This entry-level course will equip you with the foundation skills and knowledge you need to become a qualified assistant within this sector. In addition, you will learn about effective interaction and communication with children, appropriate care for babies, toddlers and children, first aid, safety and working legally and ethically.
During the course you will participate in a minimum of 160 hours of placement with Meli kindergartens, and with approved child care providers.
You’ll graduate with the skills and knowledge to succeed and work appropriately in the booming early childhood sector.

Course Units:

CHCECE056     Work effectively in children’s education and care
HLTWHS001     Participate in workplace health and safety
CHCECE055     Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care
CHCECE031     Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing
CHCDIV001      Work with diverse people
CHCECE032     Nurture babies and toddlers
CHCECE035     Support the holistic learning and development of children
CHCECE037     Support children to connect with the natural environment
CHCECE034     Use an approved learning framework to guide practice
CHCECE036     Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning
CHCECE038     Observe children to inform practice
CHCPRT001     Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
BSBPEF403       Lead personal development
CHCECE033     Develop positive and respectful relationships with children
CHCECE054     Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures
CHCECE030     Support inclusion and diversity
HLTAID012        Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting

Duration:

10 months

Class days per week:

9:30 – 3pm, Monday to Thursday.
Placement times in kindergarten or child care centre will vary.

Program commences:

28 January 2025

Location:

10-14 Station Street, Norlane
From 26 February there will be 2 days per week placement in a kindergarten or childcare centre, throughout the course. The placement locations will be confirmed with students after enrolment.

Additional Info:

There are no pre-requisites to complete this course. The participant must be able to read English and write at a level to complete classwork/ tests/ homework, requires suitable language & communication skills which can be refined during the course (Numeracy & Literacy support offered).