CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

The CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care 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 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care may be completed through a Smart and Skilled Traineeship / Entitlement pathway or a Fee for Service enrolment.

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: www.acecqa.gov.au.

Subsidised Course Fees

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government. Eligibility criteria applies under NSW Smart and Skilled. Eligibility will be checked and a course fee confirmed prior to enrolment.

New Entrant Traineeship

Fee Free Scholarship

First Qualification

$4,420

Second Qualification

$4,970

Non-subsidised Course Fees

Full Fee

$11,750

Check your fee eligibility

Entry Requirements

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.

Qualification Information

Units of Competency

This qualification includes 15 units of competency to be completed in total: 12 CORE and 3 ELECTIVE units of competency

Unit Code	Unit Title	Core / Elective
CHCPOL002	Develop and implement policy	Elective
CHCECE041	Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children	Core
CHCECE047	Analyse information to inform children’s learning	Core
CHCECE042	Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing	Core
CHCECE043	Nurture creativity in children	Core
CHCECE045	Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children	Core
CHCECE046	Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children	Core
CHCECE050	Work in partnership with children’s families	Core
CHCECE052	Plan service and supports for children and families	Elective
CHCECE048	Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum	Core
CHCECE049	Embed environmental responsibility in service operations	Core
CHCLEG003	Manage legal and ethical compliance	Elective
CHCPRP003	Reflect on and improve own professional practice	Core
CHCECE044	Facilitate compliance in a children’s education and care service	Core
BSBTWK502	Manage team effectiveness	Core

We have listed commonly used electives however there is a wider range of electives available to suit your requirements! Credit can be applied for previously completed units of competency.

Work placement

This qualification requires the successful completion of a minimum of 280 hours of work in a regulated education and care service working with children aged 0 – 5 years as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.

For those already employed within a suitable industry setting, work placement can be completed as part of your normal working hours as long as the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency are met.

Work placement opportunities will be identified as part of the enrolment process and students requiring to undertake work placement will be supported to complete this once all necessary milestones have been met.

Outcomes and Career Pathways

Job Roles & Titles Relevant to this Qualification

Upon successful completion of this qualification, occupational titles may include:

Childcare Educator
Room Leader

Early Childhood Educator
Family Day Care Educator

Diploma Educator
Nanny

Career Pathways

Working in the Education and Care industry can be an incredibly rewarding career with a wide range of opportunities.

People who successfully complete this course may choose to continue their studies by completing a qualification in School Age Education and Care or continuing on to university to become a qualified teacher.

As much of the skills and knowledge that you will learn through a career in Education and Care are transferrable, this is a great industry for those considering a future career in roles such as teaching or education support.

Enrolment Options

This qualification can be undertaken through a range of enrolment options including a traineeship, Smart & Skilled entitlement model, fee-for-service enrolment or other Government funded options. More information relating to these options can be found below:

Traineeship

A traineeship combines on-the-job work and formal training with a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) to obtain a nationally recognised qualification. Traineeships can be undertaken by fulltime and part-time employees and may attract government subsidies based on eligibility criteria.

	New entrant traineeship	Existing worker traineeship
Fee-free available*	Yes	No
Subsidised fees available*	Yes	No
Employer incentives available*	Yes	Yes
Employment status	Fulltime or Part time	Fulltime or Part time
Minimum employment hours	21 hours per week	21 hours per week
Enrolment duration	24 – 48 months	24 – 48 months
Competency-based completion available	Yes	Yes
Course fee*	$0 – $1,000	$P.O.A

*Eligibility criteria applies

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government.

Smart and Skilled Entitlement

Smart and Skilled provides eligible students with access to Government-subsidised training.

	Smart and Skilled Entitlement Enrolment (EFQ)
Fee-free scholarships available*	Yes
Subsidised fees available*	Yes
Employer incentives available*	No
Employment status	N/A
Minimum employment hours	N/A
Enrolment duration	18 months
Competency-based completion available	Yes
Course fee*	$0 – $4,970

*Eligibility criteria applies

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government.

Fee-for-service

Fee-for-service enrolments are available for those who are not eligible or do not wish the study through a Government-subsidised pathway.

	Fee-for-service Enrolment (FFS)
Fee-free scholarships available	No
Subsidised fees available	No
Employer incentives available	No
Employment status	N/A
Minimum employment hours	N/A
Enrolment duration	18 – 24 months
Competency-based completion available	Yes
Course fee	$P.O.A

Other options

There may be availability to complete this qualification (in part) through other NSW Government funded pathways including part qualification and pre-vocational programs. In order to access these pathways, an application must be made to the Department with employer support. The duration, commencement/completion dates and units of competency will be identified throughout the application process.

Additionally, there may be availability to study Skill Sets relating to this qualification.

Please contact our team to enquire.

Delivery Pathways

Traineeships

This pathway is for learners undertaking study as part of a signed training contract with their Employer and includes planned site visits.

Work-based

This pathway is for learners employed within the industry and undertaking study with employer support outside of a traineeship.

Classroom delivery

Learning occurs through face-to-face or virtual sessions including weekday, evening and Saturday sessions.

Blended delivery

Learning occurs through a combination of classroom sessions, work-based, virtual and/or distance delivery.

Studying with KARBEN

At KARBEN Training Solutions, we pride ourselves on the support we offer to both students and employers throughout the learning journey.

Student Support

Planned contact with a Trainer/Assessor
Planned contact with a Student Mentor
Access to our dedicated Student Mentors via phone, email and face-to-face by appointment*
Affordable study sessions
Access to a Student Portal
Access to the KTS Resource Library
Regular enrolment updates including assessment outcomes and feedback

* Refer to the Student and Employer Handbook for more information.

Employer Support

Planned contact with a Trainer/Assessor*
Dedicated Client Services Representative
Formal review of traineeship program every 12 months
Access to an Employer Portal
Written feedback after each site visit*
Regular enrolment updates for students including assessment outcomes and feedback*

*Where a student is studying through a traineeship pathway or has provided authority to release information.

Payment Options

Upon successful completion of the enrolment process, an invoice will be issued via email.

Payment plans are available.

Please see our Student and Employer Handbook for Fee Schedule and payment plan options.

How to Enrol

Our pre-enrolment process ensures that you are provided with information to make an informed choice about your studies before making a formal commitment. This process is summarised below and must be completed before we accept your enrolment: