Early Childhood Education and Care

CHC50125 - DIPLOMA OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE

The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC50125) prepares you for advanced roles as an educator in the early childhood sector. This qualification reflects the role of educators who design and implement curriculum, lead teams, and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks in long day care, family day care, kindergartens, and preschools. You will learn to analyse and apply theoretical concepts, design inclusive learning programs, nurture children’s creativity and wellbeing, and support families and communities. Graduates are ready to take on leadership and coordination responsibilities, supervising staff and volunteers while fostering high-quality early learning environments.

Total weeks:52

Study weeks:44

Weeks of holidays:8

CHC30125 - Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30125) prepares you for a rewarding career working with young children in regulated education and care services across Australia. This qualification reflects the role of early childhood educators who support the wellbeing, learning, and development of children within approved learning frameworks. You will learn to nurture babies and toddlers, encourage play-based learning, support inclusion and diversity, and ensure children’s health, safety, and wellbeing. Graduates of this program are ready to work in roles across long day care, family day care, kindergartens, and preschools, either independently or under supervision, making a real impact on the lives of children and families.

Total weeks:52

Study weeks:44

Weeks of holidays:8