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Diploma|Nationally Recognised Training

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

CHC50121

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Duration18 Months
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ModeBlended
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StartEnroll Anytime
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FeesVSL Available
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Placement280 hours

Course Overview

This qualification reflects the role of early childhood educators who are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum in early childhood education and care services. They work within the requirements of the National Quality Framework.

Hammond Institute is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) that delivers Nationally Recognised Training (NRT), ensuring our courses meet national quality standards. This means the qualification you earn with us is recognised and respected by employers and education providers across Australia.

Career Outcomes

Early Childhood Educator
Room Leader
Centre Director
Family Day Care Coordinator

Industry Snapshot

$1,200Weekly Pay
StrongGrowth
210,000 workersEmployment
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Further Study Pathways

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)

Entry Requirements

  • 1Age: must be 18 years or over.
  • 2Undertake Pre-Training Review.
  • 3LLN assessment (ACSF Level 3+).
  • 4Moderate computer literacy.

Course Fees

Contact us for fee information. VET Student Loans may be available.

💡 Flexible payment plans available. Contact us for personalised pricing.

Delivery & Assessment

Delivery Methods

  • Lectures
  • Demonstrations
  • Practice opportunities
  • Group discussions
  • Case studies

Locations

  • Blended

Classroom training, self-paced learning, workshops, and work placement.

Assessment Methods

Knowledge QuestionsWritten Assignment & Case StudiesWorkplace AssessmentProjects

Units of Competency

15 units total
Core11 units
CHCECE041Maintain a safe and healthy environment
CHCECE042Foster holistic early childhood learning
CHCECE043Nurture creativity in children
CHCECE044Facilitate compliance in a children's education and care service
CHCECE045Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour
CHCECE046Implement strategies for inclusion
CHCECE047Analyse information to inform children's learning
CHCECE048Plan and implement children's education and care curriculum
CHCECE049Embed environmental responsibility in service operations
CHCECE050Work in partnership with children's families
CHCPRP003Reflect on and improve own professional practice
Elective4 units
CHCDIV002Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCECE051Research current provision of children's education and care
CHCECE052Lead and manage effective mentoring relationships
BSBTWK502Manage team effectiveness

Work Placement

280
Minimum Hours

of supervised work placement required

Practical placement in early childhood education and care services.

Placement Requirements

National Police Check
Working with Children Check
Current First Aid Certificate

If a student is unable to find an appropriate work placement, Hammond Institute will assist in finding the work placement.

Key Details

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Course CodeCHC50121
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Duration18 Months
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Delivery ModeBlended
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Start DateEnroll Anytime
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Placement280 hours
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LevelDiploma

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