Certificate III
in Early Childhood
Education & Care
CHC30125
Quick Overview
Qualification
Nationally Recognised Course
Course Duration
53 Weeks
Delivery Mode
Flexible
(Online Virtual Classes)
Units of Competency
17 Units
(15 Core and 2 Elective)
Career Outcomes
Early Childhood Educator
Child Care Worker
Family Day Care Educator
Early childhood education and care support roles
Qualification Prerequisite
There is no qualification prerequisite
Pathway to
CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care to upskill your Childcare career.
Fran Capelli Academy
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Fran Capelli Academy provides a range of support services to assist students.
- Study support 24/7
- Digital literacy assistance
- Trainer consultation
- Foundation skills support
- Wellbeing referrals
- Reasonable adjustment
- External referral services
Students are encouraged to discuss any support needs before and during their training.
Course Overview
CHC30125 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care reflects the role of educators working in regulated children’s education and care services in Australia. The qualification develops skills and knowledge to support children’s wellbeing, learning and development within an approved learning framework.
Early childhood educators may work in settings such as long day care services, family day care, pre-schools and kindergartens.
Successful completion of CHC30125 can support employment in early childhood education and care settings, subject to applicable regulatory and employer requirements.
- Early Childhood Educator
- Child Care Worker
- Family Day Care Educator
- Early childhood education and care support roles
- Other entry-level roles within regulated children’s education and care services, where the qualification meets the applicable requirements
All applicants are required to complete a Pre-Training Review (PTR), a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLND) assessment, and an Enrolment Form.
This process assesses the applicant's suitability for the course, identifies any support needs, considers Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer opportunities, and ensures the qualification is the most appropriate training pathway.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:
17 units of competency:
15 core units
2 elective units
Perth, WA (Real Time Virtual)
Enrolment Fee: $250
Tuition Fee : $8,000
Please note:
Published tuition fees may vary depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment.
For more detail feel free to contact: 03 9818 0089
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| CHCECE030 | Support inclusion and diversity | Core |
| CHCECE031 | Support children's health, safety and wellbeing | Core |
| CHCECE032 | Nurture babies and toddlers | Core |
| CHCECE033 | Develop positive and respectful relationships with children | Core |
| CHCECE034 | Use an approved learning framework to guide practice | Core |
| CHCECE035 | Support the holistic learning and development of children | Core |
| CHCECE036 | Provide experiences to support children's play and learning | Core |
| CHCECE037 | Support children to connect with the natural environment | Core |
| CHCECE038 | Observe children to inform practice | Core |
| CHCECE054 | Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures | Core |
| CHCECE055 | Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care | Core |
| CHCECE056 | Work effectively in children's education and care | Core |
| CHCPRT025 | Identify and report children and young people at risk | Core |
| HLTAID012 | Provide First Aid in an education and care setting | Core |
| HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety | Core |
| CHCECE039 | Comply with family day care administration requirements | Elective |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | Elective |
There are no qualification prerequisite for this course
The course duration is typically 53 weeks
Students who successfully complete all required units and assessment requirements will be eligible for the nationally recognised CHC30125 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. Where only some units are successfully completed, a Statement of Attainment may be issued for the units achieved, subject to applicable requirements.
CHC30125 can provide a pathway to further study in early childhood education and care, including CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, subject to the entry and enrolment requirements of the subsequent qualification.
This qualification is delivered through a blended model combining real-time virtual classroom delivery and face-to-face component.
Learners undertaking any online or digitally supported components should have access to a suitable computer or device, reliable internet connection, email and commonly used document/PDF software. Specific technology requirements should be confirmed by Fran Capelli Academy for the final delivery model.
Work placement is a mandatory component of CHC30125. Learners must complete a minimum of 160 hours of work in a regulated children’s education and care service in Australia, as required by the qualification and relevant unit assessment requirements.
- Placement must be completed in an appropriate regulated early childhood education and care service.
- Learners must complete the required National Child Safety Training before undertaking placement hours. (where applicable)
- Workplace requirements may include checks, clearances, immunisation or other compliance requirements depending on the placement organisation and applicable jurisdiction.
- Students are responsible to secure an appropriate placement in a regulated early childhood education and care service. Fran Capelli Academy will provide guidance and reasonable assistance to help eligible students identify a suitable regulated early childhood education and care service.
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