CHC50125
Classroom, Online
Yes
12 Months
280 Work Hours
Yes
CHC50125
Diploma Of Early Childhood Education and Care
Course Info
Qualification Overview
Our CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care course aims to boost your career prospects. This course includes a diverse range of knowledge and skills you need to be a successful educator in the Children’s Services industry, shaping the lives of future generations. You will learn the necessary skills required to care for the social, physical, cognitive and emotional development of children.
Course Units
Total number of units = 15 Core units - 12 and Elective units - 3
- CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children - Core
- CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing - Core
- CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children - Core
- CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in an education and care service - Core
- CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children- Core
- CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children- Core
- CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform learning - Core
- CHCECE048 Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum - Core
- CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations- Core
- CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children’s families- Core early childhood
- CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice - Core
- BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness - Core
- CHCMGT003 Lead the Work Team - Elective
- CHCEDS056 Provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder - Elective
- CHCPOL002 Develop and implement policy- Elective
Prerequisites
Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who hold:
- CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
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.
Also, students must successfully pass a Language, Literacy and Numeracy test.
Study Modes Available
We have a variety of study modes available to suit you.
- Classroom – Blended learning (from 9.30am to 3pm during school terms)
- Virtual Class (from 6pm to 9pm during school terms)
- Online – Distance learning (flexible self-paced learning ) (Full course fees apply)
Duration
Average completion time is 12 months. The full qualification must be completed within 24 months from date of enrolment and regular submission of assessment tasks is required.
Placements
This course requires a minimum of 280 practical placement hours to be completed within an accredited Childcare Facility which we provide.
Assessment Methods
- Knowledge Questions, projects and written assessments
- Demonstrations
- Observations
- Practical placement assessments
- Practical placement diary
Career Opportunities
- Childcare Educator/ Team leader
- Childcare Director Family Day Care Provider/ Coordinator
- OSHC Coordinator
- Credit towards Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
Fees & Charges
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government Funding. Please contact our office on 03 9748 9233 to check your eligibility for funded training and to find more details about fees and charges.
Start Dates
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Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Virtual class session evening from 6pm-9pm
Locations
- Hoppers Crossing
Virtual Classes
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12 Years of Teaching Excellence
Why South West Training Services
We offer people a range of career options through the provision of government accredited vocational education and training provided both in the workplace and at our education centre.
We value
community inclusiveness
community inclusiveness
We value
not-for-profit
not-for-profit
We value
people from all walks of life
people from all walks of life
Community based organisation
90% course completion rates
Compassion, humility & respect
Staff with years of experience
Vocational education & training
Integrity, stewardship and teamwork
Testimonials
"I really enjoyed being a part of South West Training Services. The staff are very friendly, every time we come, we can see smiling faces greeting us. Our educator is very talented and supportive. I will really miss the classes and time spent at South West. I will surely recommend this course to my friends."
Simardeep
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (Student)
"The programs that are offered are just so adaptable for the students needs. It has been a whole new world and I would certainly recommend this program to my other friends and families. The learning part and the placement location was just so much fun with lots of interaction between students and staff."
Sherin
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (Student)
"My experience here at South West Training Services was really great, the learning tools and the way the teacher had expressed all that we needed to learn was really insightful, helps you with work placement. The environment was really accommodating for learning and we just had lots of fun."
Vanessa
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (Student)
"I would like to thank South West Training Services for proving me an opportunity to be a part of this institution. Being a student, I enjoyed every part of the my course right from the theory in class through to the practical placements that helped me develop professional skills. Thanks a lot for all the knowledge I got from your talented and well educated trainers and course material that helped me learn every aspect of the child care industry."
Maninderjeet
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (Student)
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