CHC30121 - Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Nationally Recognised Training appropriate to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Course Information
This qualification will be delivered over 52 weeks, including:
- 40 weeks of training and assessment
- 4 terms of 10 weeks each
- 12 weeks of holidays
This program will be delivered through dedicated face-to-face sessions to ensure real-world competency:
- 20 hours face-to-face training per week
Domestic Students
-
Must be at least 18 years of age
-
Must have completed Year 12 or equivalent
Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN)
Must possess sufficient Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) skills to:
- Read course materials
- Participate in discussions and roleplays
- Apply numerical concepts such as time management
International Students
-
Must be 18 years old or over
-
Must have completed Year 12 or equivalent
-
English proficiency requirements:IELTS: 5.5TOEFL: 46PTE: 42CAE: 47OET: Pass
Or equivalent test results.
Students who successfully complete this program may progress to study further advanced early childhood education programs:
- CHC50125 – Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
To apply for Credit Transfer, students must submit the required documentation:
- Original Qualification or Statement of Attainment
- Certified copies of qualifications
- National codes and titles matching the current enrolled course
Academic course credit policy, procedures, and application forms are available on the AGC website.
To acquire the critical skills needed for certification, students must complete hands-on practical training:
- 200 hours of work placement
- Work placement is fully organized, facilitated, and supervised by AGC with its trusted industry partners
| Code | Unit Name | Type |
|---|---|---|
| CHCECE030 | Support inclusion and diversity | Core |
| CHCECE031 | Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing | Core |
| CHCECE032 | Nurture babies and toddlers | Core |
| CHCECE033 | Develop positive and respectful relationships with children | Core |
| CHCECE034 | Use an approved learning framework to guide practice | Core |
| CHCECE035 | Support the holistic learning and development of children | Core |
| CHCECE036 | Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning | Core |
| CHCECE037 | Support children to connect with the natural environment | Core |
| CHCECE038 | Observe children to inform practice | Core |
| CHCECE054 | Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures | Core |
| CHCECE055 | Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care | Core |
| CHCECE056 | Work effectively in children’s education and care | Core |
| CHCPRT001 | Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | Core |
| HLTAID012 | Provide First Aid in an education and care setting | Core |
| HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety | Core |
| BSBSTR401 | Promote innovation in a team environment | Elective |
| CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice | Elective |
Course fee details are available through the official portal: