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Diploma|Nationally Recognised Training

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

CHC50125

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Duration12 Months
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ModeBlended
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StartEnroll Anytime
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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

  • 1Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who hold: CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (or its equivalent successor) OR CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. Alternatively, individuals may hold: An Australian diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care OR An Australian diploma or certificate III in Children’s Services. AND Demonstrate at least 12 months of cumulative employment (full-time equivalent) within the last 5 years in a regulated education and care service in Australia, supported by verifiable evidence. OR Hold the CHCSS00147 Entry into Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.

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 AssessmentProjectsLogbook

Units of Competency

15 units total
Core12 units
BSBTWK502Manage team effectiveness
CHCECE041Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
CHCECE042Foster holistic early childhood learning, development, and wellbeing
CHCECE043Nurture creativity in children
CHCECE044Facilitate compliance in a children’s education and care service
CHCECE045Foster positive and respectful interactions and behavior in children
CHCECE046Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children
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 your professional practice
Elective3 units
CHCECE052Plan service and support for children and families
CHCECE057Use collaborative practices to uphold child protection principles
CHCPOL002Develop and implement policy

Work Placement

280
Minimum Hours

of supervised work placement required

Practical placement in early childhood education and care services. Under the Education and Care Services National Law (2011) the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) publishes lists of approved early childhood education and care qualifications and information regarding regulatory requirements here: www.acecqa.gov.au.

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 CodeCHC50125
⏱️
Duration12 Months
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Delivery ModeBlended
📅
Start DateEnroll Anytime
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Placement280 hours
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LevelDiploma

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