Certificate III
in Early Childhood
Education & Care
CHC30125
Quick Overview
Student Contribution
$350
*Government Subsidised Fee
Course Duration
53 Weeks
Delivery Mode
Apprenticeship
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
Government Funding Available
Eligibility Criteria Apply, Student Contribution Fee Applies
Fran Capelli Academy
Eligibility Criteria
Participant Eligibility Criteria apply to ACT subsidised training. Eligibility, course availability and funding conditions must be confirmed before enrolment.
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:
27 units of competency:
24 core units
3 elective units
a maximum of one unit may be from any training package or accredited course as long as it ensures the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contributes to a valid, industry supported vocational outcome.
Canberra ACT (Apprenticeship)
See our current fees and charges here.
Please note:
Published tuition fees may vary depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment.
Fran Capelli Academy can structure delivery to combine knowledge development with practical, workplace-focused learning. Delivery arrangements, scheduled training days, learning resources and assessment activities should be confirmed in the Academy’s course documentation before enrolment.
- Trainer-led learning and guided activities
- Theory and knowledge development
- Practical and simulated learning activities where appropriate
- Workplace learning and supervised placement
- Research, projects and structured assessment activities
- Individual feedback and support throughout the training program
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.
| 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 |
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.
Fran Capelli Academy aims to provide a supportive learning environment and identify individual learning needs throughout the student journey. Support arrangements should be discussed during the pre-training review and whenever a learner identifies a barrier to participation.
- Foundation skills and LLND support
- Trainer and assessor consultation
- Study and assessment guidance
- Digital literacy assistance
- Reasonable adjustment where appropriate
- Wellbeing support and referral information
- Additional learning support based on individual needs
There are no qualification prerequisite for this course
The course duration is typically 53 weeks
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.
- Workplace requirements may include checks, clearances, immunisation or other compliance requirements depending on the placement organisation and applicable jurisdiction.
- Placement activities provide learners with the opportunity to apply course knowledge in a real workplace environment.
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.
Assessment is competency based and is designed to collect sufficient evidence that learners can apply the required knowledge and skills. Depending on the unit, assessment may include:
- Written questions and knowledge activities
- Scenarios and case studies
- Projects and research activities
- Practical tasks
- Workplace observations
- Workplace evidence and documentation
- Third-party or supervisor evidence where required
- Structured work placement assessment
This program is delivered via Real time Virtual Classroom on MS Teams.
Government Funding Available
Eligibility Criteria Apply, Student Contribution Fee Applies
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