Description
Interested in working with young children and inspiring the next generation of young learners?
This industry entry level qualification enables students to gain the skills and knowledge to care for and support the development of young children from infancy to 12 years of age.
Course code – CHC30121
Who should enrol?
People who would like to pursue a career in the children‘s services industry.
Delivery mode
Classroom – Two days a week in the classroom, online self-study activities and 180 hours of work placement is required to be completed in three placement blocks throughout the course.
Online – Self-paced learning delivered using interactive eLearning content. Learning is complemented with regular webinars with your trainer and additional study support where available. 180 hours of work placement is required to be completed in three placement blocks throughout the course.
Work-based and Traineeship – Self-paced online learning using interactive eLearning content. Regular sessions with your trainer in the workplace to support your studies.
Students will require a clear Police Check and a Working with Children Check for work placement.
Course duration
12 to 18 months – This certificate has a full-time study component which includes classroom sessions, online activities, and self-study.
Training Organisation Identification (TOID) 4150
Intake
2022 commencement dates
Online intake – November
2023 commencement dates
Classroom intake – February and July at both Lilydale and Casey Local Government areas.
Online intake – February, April, July and October
Work-based and Traineeship – Enrol anytime
Career opportunities
Employment options for graduates of this course include:
Kindergarten assistant
Family day care educator
Playgroup assistant
Early Childhood educator
Units
Core units
CHCECE030 – Support inclusion and diversity
CHCECE031 – Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing
CHCECE032 – Nurture babies and toddlers
CHCECE033 – Develop positive and respectful relationships with children
CHCECE034 – Use an approved learning framework to guide practice
CHCECE035 – Support the holistic learning and development of children
CHCECE036 – Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning
CHCECE037 – Support children to connect with the natural environment
CHCECE038 – Observe children to inform practice
CHCECE054 – Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures
CHCECE055 – Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care
CHCECE056 – Work effectively in children’s education and care
CHCPRT001 – Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
HLTAID012 – Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
HLTWHS001 – Participate in workplace health and safety
Elective units
CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people
CHCPRP003 – Reflect on and improve own professional practice
Fees
Course fees and charges
SF Funded: $390
SF Funded Concession: $250
Non funded: $3365
Please note the above fees are listed as the total course cost and are inclusive of the tuition, resource, and amenities fees.
*SF stands for Victorian Skills First Funding Program.
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
For a detailed itemised list of fees and charges including concession discounts click here.
Job Trainer is available for this course for further information click here.
Disclaimer
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. Eligibility criteria apply Cire Services Inc. recognises qualifications issued by other RTOs.
We encourage individuals with disabilities to access government-subsidised training.
