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CHC30121
CHC50121
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This course meets the Nationally Recognised Training standards. It is listed on the Australian government's National Register for Vocational Education and Training (VET). Studying this course leads to a qualification that's recognised throughout Australia, and lets employers know that you have the right skills for the job.
Flexible payment plans are available for this course, making it easier to invest in your future. Enquire now to find out more!
If you are a kind and motivated person, passionate about looking after and educating young children, who needs the formal skills and work experience to succeed in the industry, this course could be for you!
The CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care from Foundation Education is delivered through a mix of online learning and practical work placement, which will provide you with strong employment opportunities in just 3 years.
You’ll learn how to:
The course will take up to to 18 months for the Certificate III and up to 18 months for the Diploma.
Assessments
Assessments will include a range of quizzes, knowledge questions and case studies. Students will also need to undertake workplace projects and observations and will be required to submit video evidence of their learnings.
Please note: This is a fee-for-service program, it is not government funded.
Education
Whilst there are no formal entry requirements, students’ skills and capabilities to undertake this training will be assessed and suitability will be provided during the pre-enrolment process.
CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care must be completed before commencing CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.
Work Placement Requirements
Students must apply for their Working with Children check at the start of the course.
For mandatory work placement of 440 hours split across both qualifications in a regulated children’s education and care service in Australia.
If needed, Foundation Education will assist you to organise a work placement location of your choice.
Residency Status
You will need to be a permanent Australian resident or equivalent.
For the Certificate III course, subjects you may study include:
In the Diploma course, subjects you may study include:
*This course contains the unit, HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting, which must be completed through an external RTO. Foundation Education has an agreement in place with Red Cross Australia (RTOID 3605) which allows students to receive training for this unit at a reduced price. Please note that the cost of this external training is not included in any of your course fees. Upon completion, you will need to submit a copy of your first aid certificate in order for us to process a Credit Transfer against this unit on your student record. If you have chosen your own third-party provider, you must submit a certified copy of your certificate. If you have undertaken training with Red Cross Australia, you must forward Foundation Education the email you receive which contains the electronic copy of your certificate.
Foundation Education provides students with access to quality vocational education alongside their sister brand, the Australian Institute of Personal Trainers (AIPT), and a robust network of industry partners all around Australia.
With courses designed by industry experts, students gain the knowledge and experience to graduate with job-ready skills that employers seek. Plus, students can learn at their own pace and place through flexible online study.
Offering a wide range of Certificate and Diploma-level courses across Early Childhood Education and Care, Education Support, Allied Health, Dental Assisting, Health Services and more, Foundation Education has a vocational study option to take you where you want to go.
The Foundation Education difference means:
Foundation Education is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO Number – 22557)
When you graduate, you’ll receive a double qualification: a CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, AND a CHC50121 Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, from Foundation Education.
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