Learning Mode

Classroom (Lilydale) Work based/Traineeship

Duration:

Work-based Traineeship:18-24 Months

Next Intake:

Work-based Traineeship:Enrol anytime

Location:

Workplace
Lilydale Campus

Elevate Your Career

This course is designed to equip educators with the advanced skills and knowledge required to design and implement curriculum in early childhood education and care services. You will gain expertise in applying an approved learning framework and creating meaningful and enriching environments.

Units focus on developing a deep understanding of child development, effective teaching strategies, and the ability to foster inclusive practices that celebrate diversity and promote the wellbeing of children. You will be prepared to confidently manage curriculum design, staff development, and regulatory compliance in early childhood services. 280 hours of work placement to be completed in three placement blocks throughout the course.

Cire Training actively supports students to find and complete their required placements by working in partnership with local employers and community organisations. Our dedicated team assists with preparation, placement coordination, and ongoing support to ensure students gain valuable, hands-on experience in real-world settings.

Who should enrol?

Delivery Mode and Duration

Work-based Traineeship | 18-24 Months
Self-paced online learning using interactive eLearning content. Regular sessions with your trainer in the workplace to support your studies.

Delivery Mode

Classroom | 18-24 months

Two days a week in the classroom supplemented by online activities. 280 hours of work placement is completed in three placement blocks throughout the course.

Work-based or Traineeship | 18-24 months

Monthly sessions with your trainer in the workplace to support your studies. Online learning using interactive eLearning content. Students will require a clear Police Check and a Working with Children Check for work placement.

Entry Requirements

Students will require:

Completion of Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30121) (prerequisite) 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.
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.
Current employment in an approved Early Childhood setting.
Moderate computer, email and internet skills.

Cire Training will assess prospective students’ existing skills, knowledge, and abilities (including Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) skills) and will identify any specific needs to ensure that their chosen course is suitable.

Career opportunities

Employment options for graduates of this course include:

Centre manager/director
Room leader
Children’s services coordinator
Child development worker
Early childhood educator

Pathways

The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC50121) builds a strong foundation for a career in early childhood education in settings like long day care, family day care, and out-of-school-hours care.

This course also provides pathways to further study, such as:

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Leadership

Units

Core units

BSBTWK502 – Manage team effectiveness
CHCECE041 – Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
CHCECE042 – Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing
CHCECE043 – Nurture creativity in children
CHCECE044 – Facilitate compliance in a children’s education and care service
CHCECE045 – Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children
CHCECE046 – Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children
CHCECE047 – Analyse information to inform children’s learning
CHCECE048 – Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum
CHCECE049 – Embed environmental responsibility in service operations
CHCECE050 – Work in partnership with children’s families
CHCPRP003 – Reflect on and improve own professional practice

Elective units

BSBTWK503 – Manage meetings
CHCECE053 – Respond to grievances and complaints about the service
CHCINM002 – Meet community information needs

Fees

Please note the below fees are listed as the total course cost and are inclusive of the tuition, resource, and amenities fees. The student tuition fees, as published, are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.

Skills First Government Subsidised Positions (Non-Concession Card)
Tuition: $680
Amenities: $100
Textbook: $120
Total: $900

Fee For Service (Non-Funded)
Tuition: $7,500
Amenities: $100
Textbook: $120
Total: $7,720

The eligibility criteria for accessing Skills First funding have changed, providing more funding options for prospective students. We encourage you to speak to an enrolment officer to understand how this may impact you.

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.

Training Organisation Identification (TOID) 4150

Categories:

Vocational Education & Training (VET) Early Learning & Childcare Courses

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