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.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Under the Education and Care Services National Law (2011) the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) publishes lists of approved early childhood education and care qualifications and information regarding regulatory requirements here:
https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/CHC30121
Course Structure
In order to achieve this qualification, student must complete following 17 unit of competencies.
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Unit Code | Unit Title | Core (C) Elective (E) |
1 | HLTAID012 | Provide First Aid in an education and care setting | C |
2 | CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice | E |
3 | CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | E |
4 | CHCECE055 | Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care | C |
5 | HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety | C |
6 | CHCPRT001 | Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | C |
7 | CHCECE030 | Support inclusion and diversity | C |
8 | CHCECE031 | Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing | C |
9 | CHCECE032 | Nurture babies and toddlers | C |
10 | CHCECE033 | Develop positive and respectful relationships with children | C |
11 | CHCECE034 | Use an approved learning framework to guide practice | C |
12 | CHCECE035 | Support the holistic learning and development of children | C |
13 | CHCECE036 | Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning | C |
14 | CHCECE037 | Support children to connect with the natural environment | C |
15 | CHCECE038 | Observe children to inform practice | C |
16 | CHCECE054 | Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures | C |
17 | CHCECE056 | Work effectively in children’s education and care | C |
Note: Units marked with an *asterisk have one or more prerequisites. Please contact VAT’s team for more information.
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Other requirements | o Students are required to attend a minimum of 20 scheduled course contact hours per week. Students are required to invest approx. of 3-4 hours per week of guided learning during the training weeks and does not include the term breaks. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Work Placement | o Minimum 160 hours Students must also provide prior to commencement of Work Placement allocation for the following: Provide a satisfactory National Police Clearance / Australian Federal Police Clearance Certificate (AFP) / NCC. Provide a Working with Children Check. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Computer literacy requirements | Students enrolling on this course must have basic computer skills. Students are required to fill in the questions related to computer and internet skills in the Pre-Training Review form provided along with the application form. Students who do not possess basic computing skills will be provided with basic support on how to use a computer. If required, students may also be referred to taking computer training before enrolment. Students can contact VAT for any further information or assistance. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Materials and Equipment Required | Students will not require a computer during the training sessions. However, for self-study and completing theory assessments, all students are expected to have access to a laptop or computer at home with the Windows 7 operating system or higher. Students must have an active email address for communication and be contactable by phone (mobile or landline) and by mail (postal address). All learners should also have access to MS Office applications, such as Microsoft Word, and an email platform to complete assignments and tasks outside of classroom hours. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Physical Abilities requirements | Learners are required to possess the physical capabilities and manual handling skills necessary to effectively perform tasks during their training. As part of this qualification, students will be expected to engage in activities such as lifting and carrying children or equipment, setting up and moving play materials, and maintaining active supervision, which may involve extended periods of standing, bending, or engaging in physical play. |
Mode of Delivery:
• Classroom Blended including classroom sessions, guided learning, work placement and theory assessments at home and simulated workplace environment.
Delivery Location:
395-397, Victoria Street, Abbotsford, VIC 3067
Pathways
Pathway from the Qualification
Learners who successfully complete this qualification may progress into further studies such as:
• CHC50121 – Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care Employment Pathways Graduates may find employment in the following roles:
– Child Care Worker
– Nanny/Babysitter
– Family Day Care Worker
– Early Childhood Educator
– Education Support Staff / Teacher Aid
– Tutor
*Above pathway information is in line with the qualification description on National Training Register (www.training.gov.au) and/or https://www.myskills.gov.au/, it doesn’t imply any job guarantee or job role at the end of the course. Vocational Augment Training (VAT) doesn’t claim any employment outcome or job guarantee associated with its courses as it will be misleading.
Course Information may not be sufficient to make an Enrolment decision. Please read this information in conjunction with the Student Handbook available on this website.
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