CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Shape their futures

Develop advanced skills to lead and inspire in early childhood education, fostering growth and learning in young minds.

Fees & Funding

Funding Available in SA
Fee for Service: $5000

Duration

Traineeship/Workplace Delivery: 36 months

Study mode

On Campus or Traineeship/Workplace

Location

Queensland & South Australia

Your industry career prospects

89.8%

Of graduates were satisfied with their training

88%

Of graduates experienced an improvement in their work status

Course information

The CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care prepares students for advanced roles in the early childhood education sector. This qualification equips individuals with the skills and knowledge required to design, implement, and manage educational programs that foster the development and well-being of young children.

Students are trained to lead and mentor other staff, oversee day-to-day operations, and ensure compliance with industry standards. They will be equipped to work autonomously in a variety of settings, including childcare centres, preschools, and family daycare services. With a strong focus on leadership, program management, and the development of children from birth to eight years old, this qualification opens the door to career advancement and positions of responsibility in the early childhood education and care sector.

Your career opportunities

Early Childhood Educator
Early Childhood Service Supervisor
Childhood Education Manager
Outside School Hours Coordinator
Family-Daycare Coordinator
Team Leader or Room Leader in a Service
Playgroup Coordinator
Assistant Director of Early Childhood Services
Early-Childhood Educator – Team Leader
Reliever in Early-Childhood Programs

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Entry Requirements

Completion of grades 10-12 or equivalent
Demonstrate a satisfactory level of Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) abilities
Students must be at least 18 years old at the time of commencement of the course
Hold a CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Must be able to obtain a federal police check
Students require a mandatory influenza vaccine and may also need a COVID-19 vaccine to begin work placement.
In order to undertake placement, students must obtain a State/territory working with children check
In order to undertake placement, students must obtain a Through Their Eyes Certification (SA only)

Course Duration

South Australia:

Traineeship/Workplace Delivery: 36 months

Queensland:

Traineeship/Workplace Delivery: 36 months

Course units

Core Units

BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness

CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children

CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing

CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children

CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children’s education and care service