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Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care
Course Code: CHC50125
About this course.
Are you looking to advance your childcare career? The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC50125) is designed for dedicated and ambitious educators who hope to develop, implement, and assess early childhood education and care programs. You will gain a holistic education on all essential aspects of children’s services. This includes understanding current curriculums, national learning frameworks, legislative requirements, and adopting a holistic approach to child development.
What will you study?
Our Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC50125) includes 12 core units and 3 electives. These units will equip you with advanced skills to excel in a professional setting, including critical thinking, teamwork, and supporting personal well-being.
To tailor your learning experience to your career goals, you can choose from elective units that complement the core curriculum. If you are unsure, our experienced staff can assist in selecting the best options for your needs.
- BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness
- CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
- CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children
- CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children’s education and care service
- CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children
- CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children
- CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children’s learning
- CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations
- CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children’s families
- CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development, and wellbeing
- CHCECE048 Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum
- CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
- HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment
- BSBPEF502 Develop and use emotional intelligence
- CHCPOL002 Develop and implement policy
Work Placement.
Overview
As part of our qualification you’re required to complete 280 hours of work placement. Placements are generally full-time (280 hours in total) and are completed on weekdays, which not only allows you an opportunity to develop learnt skills but also valuable industry work experience and could lead to employment opportunities.
We have long standing relationships with several childcare centres and facilities, some even being run by previous h&h students. If you require assistance arranging work placement, we can connect you with an organisation.
Working with Children Check
The Working With Children Check is a requirement for anyone who works or volunteers in child-related work in NSW. For information you can click here to read our student handbook.
Your career.
Upskilling within your career in childcare, one of Australia’s fast-growing industries, is as simple as enrolling in our Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care with h&h Accredited Training.
Potential careers include (but not limited to):
- Director
- Owner
- Room Leader
- Supervisor
- Playgroup Supervisor
Course Delivery.
This course is delivered via 3 modes of study.
Classroom
Delivered in-person at our Granville College Campus.
Distance
Paper-based studies with access to one-on-one trainer support at our College Campus in Granville.
Online
Digital learning is delivered online via our learner portal.
Traineeship.
Are you already working in the industry? Work-based training may be the perfect pathway for you to upskill and advance your career. Traineeship opportunities are available for this qualification. Click here to find out more.
Before you enrol.
Ready to get started? Before you enrol, ensure you meet our entry requirements for this course below.
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,
Or, alternatively,
hold Australian diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or an Australian
diploma or certificate III in Children’s Services,
and
demonstrate at least 12 months of cumulative employment (full-time
equivalent) within the last 5 years in a regulated education and care service in
Australia, supported by verifiable evidence,
or hold the CHCSS00147 Entry into Diploma of Early Childhood Education and
Care. - It is encouraged that students are over 18 years of age, if a student is under the
age of 18, guardian / parental consent is required. - Students must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or applicable visa
holder. - Students must have a sound knowledge of English language, literacy, and
numeracy LLN (this information is obtained at the enrolment process, prior to
enrolment acceptance by h&h).
To complete this course you’ll need:
- A valid Working With Children Check.
More Information
For information on fees and to check your eligibility for funding click here.
For information on training package requirements for this qualification (CHC50125) click here.
All h&h courses/qualifications are nationally recognised. The issuing of testamurs requires compliance with all processes. When competency has been achieved, students will be issued with a Qualification or Statement of Attainment (SOA) within 28 days of college staff receiving the finalised student file.
Unsure where to start?
Finding the right qualification for you is important to us, and we’re here to help. Simply send us an email or give us a call. We can assist you with:
- Enroling for a Traineeship
- Eligibility and entry requirements
- How to apply and enrol
- Course duration and fees
- Course structure and pathways
- Determining which course is right for you
- Understanding how online study works
View our Course Brochure.
For more detailed information about your course, including:
- General course information
- What to expect during your studies
- What is required of you as a student
- What you can gain from this qualification
