CHC30121 - Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care

Course Outline:

  • This qualification is intended for people commencing a career as an Early Childhood Educator. The program involves both scheduled classrooms learning activities and workplace-based learning activities and assessment. This program provides learners with skills and knowledge required to provide care for individuals and groups of children. They support children’s wellbeing, and development in the context of an approved learning framework. They may work independently or under the guidance of others, though in some contexts that guidance may not be on-site.

Course Details:

This qualification is undertaken by students seeking to develop their own professional competency and to also comply with early childhood accreditation standards. Those currently working (a new entrant) or commencing work as a Childcare Educator at an approved early childhood service.

In just 14 months, you have the opportunity to become qualified for a variety of roles. These include Long Day Care Educator, Kindergarten Assistant, Childcare Assistant and Early Childhood Educator.

Entry Requirements:

  • Be aged 18 years or over.
  • Hold a current NSW Working with Children Check.
  • Have suitable language, literacy, and numeracy skills to read and comprehend learning materials and perform tasks related to recording care routines.
  • Be currently working or commencing work as a Childcare Educator and/or Family Day Care Educator.
  • Be reasonably physically fit, as the role involves bending, reaching, stretching, kneeling, and lifting babies and small children.

Location:

Level 1, Suite 2, 61 Scott St. Liverpool NSW 2170
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Course Duration:

The program is designed to be delivered over 14 months, being 52 weeks training and assessment plus 8 weeks breaks. SMTB can support individuals who may need additional time.

Cost:

  • Total course fee: $2500
  • **To be paid into 5 payments or as agreed as per the payment plan**
  • Initial payment - $500 to start (incl. total fee)

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