CHC30121 | Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

This qualification reflects the role of educators in early childhood education and care who work in
regulated children’s education and care services in Australia. They support children’s wellbeing, and
development in the context of an approved learning framework. Educators use a range of well-
developed skills and knowledge using discretion and judgment when carrying out their work in the
context of established policies and procedures. They may work independently or under the guidance
of others, though in some contexts that guidance may not be on-site.
Early childhood educators work in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools or
kindergartens.

To achieve this qualification, the individual must have completed a total of least 160 hours of work in
a regulated children’s education and care service in Australia as detailed in the Assessment
Requirements of units of competency. The total number of hours may be applied collectively across
all units of competency that include the requirement for workplace hours.

Learners will be required to participate in a formal pre-training review process where
relevant Bubup Wilam employees will determine suitability of the potential learner for the
intended program. Learners will need to demonstrate sufficient literacy and numeracy skills
to undertake a Certificate III level qualification. They will also be required to demonstrate
digital capabilities to confidently navigate online course content including additional
learning resources and assessments. 

Learners will also be required to undertake a successful Working with Children Check as this
is required to work in industry and participate in the mandatory placement component. 
Bubup Wilam will facilitate the check and documentation must be provided to Bubup Wilam
within the first 4 weeks from commencement of training.

The program has been structured for 38-week delivery (minimum), with the ability to
extend this to 12 months for learners who may require additional time. School
holidays are added to the program delivery schedule as they fall, extending total
delivery time to 44 weeks.

This course is made up of 17 units of competency including 15 core and 2 elective 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 an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting
  • HLTWHS001
    | Participate in workplace health and safety

Electives

• • CHCPRP003
    | Reflect on and improve own professional practice
  • BSBSUS411
    | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

Mode of Delivery:
Delivery is blended with face-to-face classroom activities, self-paced online learning
modules and immersive practical placement opportunities as well as workplace based
learning and assessment. 

Location: Bubup Wilam Aboriginal Child and Family Centre
76 Main St, Thomastown VIC 3074

Placement Requirements:
The immersive practical aspect of the course delivery where students participate in
mandatory work placement at a minimum of 1 day per week, totalling 288 hours of
total placement activity.

Further Study 
This qualification enables students to pathway into the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and
Care or a community services qualification. This pathway is ideal for learners who wish to increase
their vocational experience before entering the workforce.

Employment 
Upon successful completion of this program, learners will be able to make informed choices about
employment. Opportunities include: 

• • Childcare assistant
  • Playgroup supervisor
  • Family Day Care Worker
  • Childcare Worker

$3800