CHC50121 | Diploma of 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. Educators at this level are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum that meets the requirements of an approved learning framework and for maintaining compliance in other areas of service operations. They use specialised knowledge and analyse and apply theoretical concepts to diverse work situations. They may have responsibility for supervision of volunteers or other educators. 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 280 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.
Qualifications
Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who:
- Hold a CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
- Or CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
Bubup Wilam Learners will be required to participate in a formal pre-training review process where Bubup Wilam staff determine suitability for the intended program. Learners will need to demonstrate sufficient literacy and numeracy skills to undertake a Diploma (AQF level 5) level qualification. They will also be required to demonstrate digital capabilities to confidently navigate online course content including additional learning resources and assessments.
Working with Children Check (Victoria)
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. If you require a WWCC renewal, Bubup Wilam will support the learner to submit the application via Services Victoria.
This program is designed as a 52-week delivery program which meets the AQF recommended timeframe of 1 to 2 years. With school holidays, this program extends to 61 weeks total.
This course is made up of 15 units of competency including 12 core and 3 elective units.
| BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness | Core |
| CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children | Core |
| CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing | Core |
| CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children | Core |
| CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children’s education and care service | Core |
| CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children | Core |
| CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children | Core |
| CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children’s learning | Core |
| CHCECE048 Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum | Core |
| CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations | Core |
| CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children’s families | Core |
| CHCPRP003 Work effectively in children’s education and care | Core |
| CHCECE053 Respond to grievances and complaints about the service | Elective |
| CHCECE052 Plan service and supports for children and families | Elective |
| CHCDIV003 Manage and promote diversity | Elective |
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 fortnight, totalling 424 hours of total placement activity, which is much higher than the training package requirement of 280 hours.
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