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17 Units of Competency
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6,000+
EARLY CHILDHOOD ENROLMENTS
50+
COMBINED YEARS OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCE
20+
YEARS IN OPERATION
ABOUT THE QUALIFICATION
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 at 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: www.acecqa.gov.au.
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Duration:
18 months
Work placement:
Minimum of 160 hours
Delivery options:
Work-based or blended
Entry requirements:
There are no entry requirements for this qualifications
Suitable for:
New and experienced Educators
Literacy and numeracy:
ACSF Level 3
Units of Competency
This qualification includes 17 units of competency: 15 core units and 2 elective units.
CHCECE056 Work effectively in children's education and care
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work in a children’s education and care context using effective communication and knowledge of job roles, responsibilities and service procedures to complete daily work activities.
CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to support and protect children and young people who are at risk of harm. This work occurs within legislative and policy frameworks and carries a duty of care responsibility.
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required for workers to participate in safe work practices to ensure their own health and safety, and that of others.
CHCECE031 Support children's health, safety and wellbeing
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge to support and promote children’s health, safety and wellbeing in relation to physical activity, healthy eating, sleep, rest and relaxation and individual medical requirements.
CHCECE032 Nurture babies and toddlers
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop relationships with babies and toddlers and their families and attend to the specific physical and emotional needs of babies and toddlers from birth to 23 months. It requires the ability to follow individualised care routines for sleep, feeding and toileting.
CHCECE055 Meet legal and ethical obligations in children's education and care
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify and meet legal and ethical obligations. This includes the ability to recognise potential and actual examples of non-compliance with regulatory requirements and contribute to the continuous improvement of practice.
CHCECE034 Use an approved learning framework to guide practice
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to source and use an approved childhood learning framework.
BSBPEF301 Organise personal work priorities
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to organise personal work schedules, to monitor and obtain feedback on work performance and to maintain required levels of competence.
CHCECE030 Support inclusion and diversity
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to reflect on and understand the impact of own values and biases, demonstrate respect for inclusion and diversity, and support children’s understanding of inclusive principles and behaviours.
CHCECE054 Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify different perspectives on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures, develop an understanding of the local and broader cultural contexts, and use the identified information to embed culturally appropriate experiences, interactions, behaviours and physical environments into daily practice with children.
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work respectfully with people from diverse social and cultural groups and situations, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
CHCECE033 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to communicate and interact respectfully with children and to guide their behaviours in ways that support their agency, positive sense of self and self-regulation.
CHCECE035 Support the holistic learning and development of children
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge to recognise and support the interrelationship between the physical, social, emotional, cognitive and communication development of children.
CHCECE036 Provide experiences to support children's play and learning
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to set up, support and review experiences for children’s play and learning.
CHCECE037 Support children to connect with the natural environment
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to support and encourage children’s connection with the natural environment.
CHCECE038 Observe children to inform practice
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify and gather information about children from observation and other sources as part of a collaborative process and as a basis for curriculum planning.
HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to infants and children in line with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies.
This unit applies to a range of workers within an education and care setting who are required to respond to a first aid emergency, including asthma and anaphylactic emergencies. This includes early childhood workers and educators who work with school age children in outside school hours care and vacation programs.
Suitability Information
It’s important to make sure a course is the right fit for you before enrolling so you can set yourself up for success from the start. Taking the time to review the entry requirements, study commitments, learning outcomes and work placement expectations helps you understand what’s involved and whether it aligns with your goals, strengths and availability. This ensures you’re confident in your choice, motivated to complete the qualification, and prepared for the type of work or further study it leads to.
Common skills required
Personal qualities
Resources required
Considerations
Workplace requirements
Suitability Information
It’s important to make sure a course is the right fit for you before enrolling so you can set yourself up for success from the start. Taking the time to review the entry requirements, study commitments, learning outcomes and work placement expectations helps you understand what’s involved and whether it aligns with your goals, strengths and availability. This ensures you’re confident in your choice, motivated to complete the qualification, and prepared for the type of work or further study it leads to.
Common Skills Required
- Help children learn through fun, play-based activities.
- Read and follow learning plans and safety guidelines.
- Write clear records of daily routines, observations, and communication with families.
- Communicate kindly and professionally with children, families, and coworkers.
- Use simple maths to track sleep times, meals, and ratios.
- A reasonable level of fitness for lifting, sitting on the floor, and helping with first aid.
Personal Qualities Recommended
- Patient and caring – You support children with kindness and understanding.
- Culturally respectful – You value different cultures and family backgrounds.
- Reliable team player – You work well with others and follow through on responsibilities.
- Physically active and engaged – You’re ready to get involved in play, sit on the floor, and assist with physical tasks.
Workplace Requirements
- 160 hours in a regulated childcare service in Australia.
- Includes working with babies and toddlers (0–23 months).
Resources Required
- Working with Children Check
- Computer and internet access
Considerations
This qualification may contain content, concepts and scenarios that may be distressing to some. Please consider your personal resilience and any potential emotional triggers when participating in this qualification and in any future employment in this field.
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
- Reasonable Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital skills (LLND)
- A computer with fast and reliable internet access
- Technology skills to access and navigate the internet
- The ability to create, open and save electronic files
- Some experience using computer software such as (Microsoft Word, Teams)
- Confidence to work independently
- You will be asked to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy & Digital (LLND) skills assessment to create your individualised learning plan and ensure your LLND skills will meet the requirements of the course.
Common Skills Required
- Help children learn through fun, play-based activities.
- Read and follow learning plans and safety guidelines.
- Write clear records of daily routines, observations, and communication with families.
- Communicate kindly and professionally with children, families, and coworkers.
- Use simple maths to track sleep times, meals, and ratios.
- A reasonable level of fitness for lifting, sitting on the floor, and helping with first aid.
Personal Qualities Recommended
- Patient and caring – You support children with kindness and understanding.
- Culturally respectful – You value different cultures and family backgrounds.
- Reliable team player – You work well with others and follow through on responsibilities.
- Physically active and engaged – You’re ready to get involved in play, sit on the floor, and assist with physical tasks.
Resources Required
- Working with Children Check
- Computer and internet access
Workplace Requirements
- 160 hours in a regulated childcare service in Australia.
- Includes working with babies and toddlers (0–23 months).
Considerations
This qualification may contain content, concepts and scenarios that may be distressing to some. Please consider your personal resilience and any potential emotional triggers when participating in this qualification and in any future employment in this field.
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
- Reasonable Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital skills (LLND)
- A computer with fast and reliable internet access
- Technology skills to access and navigate the internet
- The ability to create, open and save electronic files
- Some experience using computer software such as (Microsoft Word, Teams)
- Confidence to work independently
- You will be asked to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy & Digital (LLND) skills assessment to create your individualised learning plan and ensure your LLND skills will meet the requirements of the course.
Course Fee Information
All course fees are determined by individual eligibility, and availability of Government-subsidised training pathways. You can check your eligibility through our Student Enquiry Form or, if you proceed straight to enrolment, your course fee will be provided to you before we accept your enrolment. All enrolments require a $300 initial payment (this is taken off the total course fee) which is payable within 3 weeks from the acceptance of enrolment. For all remaining fees payable, we offer flexible direct debit payment plan options.
Our full Fee Administration Policy is available in the Student and Employer Handbook.
Non-subsidised course fee:
$6,500
New Entrant Traineeship:
$0*
School Based Traineeship:
$0*
Entitlement Enrolment:
$0 – $1,930*
* This training is subsidised by the NSW Government. Eligibility criteria applies under the NSW Smart and Skilled program.
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Planned contact with Trainers and Assessors
Accessible learning resources
Workshops and skills sessions
Student Mentor support
Literacy and learning support
Feedback and progress updates
Flexible learning options
Practical and work placement support
Employer Support
At KARBEN, we work closely with employers to make training simple, flexible, and effective – supporting both the student and the workplace from enrolment through to completion.