Course Description
This qualification reflects the role of workers in a range of early childhood education settings who work within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard.
You will support the implementation of an approved learning framework, and support children’s wellbeing, learning and development. Depending on the setting, educators may work under direct supervision or autonomously.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. Prospective students are required to undergo a pre training review session before enrolment and have a complete an ACSF Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment
Pathways from the Qualification: CHC50113
Diploma Of Early Childhood Education and Care
Career Opportunities:
- Early Childhood Educator
- Family Day Care Educator
- Nanny
- Before and After School Care Assistant
Work Placement:
Students will undertake 120 hours minimum of work placement at an approved Early Childhood provider. If a student is unable to find appropriate work placement Hammond Institute will assist in finding the work placements.
Qualification Structure:
Total number of units = 18
- 15 core units
- 3 elective units
Core
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCECE001 | Develop cultural competence |
| CHCECE002 | Ensure the health and safety of children |
| CHCECE003 | Provide care for children |
| CHCECE004 | Promote and provide healthy food and drinks |
| CHCECE005 | Provide care for babies and toddlers |
| CHCECE007 | Develop positive and respectful relationships with children |
| CHCECE009 | Use an approved learning framework to guide practice |
| CHCECE010 | Support the holistic development of children in early childhood |
| CHCECE011 | Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning |
| CHCECE013 | Use information about children to inform practice |
| CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically |
| CHCPRT001 | Identify and respond to children and young people at risk |
| HLTAID004 | Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting |
| HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety |
Electives units may vary depending on the requirements. The elective units will be discussed prior to the enrolment.
Tag: diploma of early childhood education and care , certificate iii in child care
