CHC50121 – Diploma of
Early Childhood Education and Care

• 52 Weeks full time
• Amount of Training is 1250 Hours
• On campus and Blended
• Available to domestic and international students

15 units of competency are required for this qualification.

• 12 core units
• 3 elective units

CORE UNITS

ELECTIVE UNITS

Occupational titles may include:

• Support the learning and development of teams and individuals
• Children’s Services Assistant Manager
• Early Childhood Educator
• Family Day Care Educator
• Nanny
• Playgroup Supervisor
• Preschool Educator
• Educational Leader
• Outside School Hours Care Co-ordinator/ supervisor

Total tuition cost for CHC50121 – Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care course is AUD $8,000 for international students.

For international students: secondary course fee is $5,990

(secondary course: It is possible to study two separate courses at the same time, which is known as concurrent candidature. A student may enrol as a Secondary candidate while they pursue a higher qualification, without obstructing the requirements for the primary course.)

*Speak to our team to know about current scholarships.

To know more about the IHNA Fees & Charges, click here.

MODE OF DELIVERY

Students are required to attend 20 contact hours per week physically at the campus and professional experience placements.

20 contact hours per week will be delivered through synchronised Online learning which includes on- campus simulation based training and Professional experience placement.

Besides the above structured learning, students are advised that they will be required to do approximate 10 hours per week of unstructured learning.

The blended delivery mode is only available to domestic students on selected campuses and subject to eligibility.

Students must meet additional requirements for Professional Experience Placements as required such as a clear police check,working with children check & immunisations.

*Please call your respective campus location for more details.

Entry to this course 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.
• are 18 years old or above.
• holds International English Language Testing System (IELTS) examination (Academic) with a minimum total band score of 5.5 and minimum score of 5.0 in each of the four components of listening, reading, writing and speaking or meets equivalent English language proficiency requirements including ELICOS at upper intermediate level
• has successful completion of an ACSF test with demonstrated competence as per IHNA LLN requirements (issued within the last 12 months from the time of admission).
• It is also essential for students to possess basic computer skills

Additional requirement for professional experience placement (PEP):

• A satisfactory National Police Clearance/Australian Federal Police Clearance Certificate (AFP)
• Working with children check (WWCC)
• Applicable immunisation certification such as COVID-19 Certificate

The course is assessed using the following 3 methods.

• Questions
• Projects
• Simulations

The questions or knowledge-based assessments are made up of a series of relevant short to medium length questions and multiple-choice options for learners to respond.

The projects assessments require learners to respond to relevant scenarios, case studies and tasks. These can include, writing short or medium length reports or proposals. Analysing data and preparing reports. Templates are provided to assist learners to write policies and produces. Composing appropriate business style emails, preparing notes for meetings, presentations and reflecting on the learning.

The simulation assessments are supervised, in-class or online (real time) simulated activities consisting of various methods. They may include the following: Group and individual projects, role plays, individual and group activities including presentations.

With RPL we assess your competency based on formal, non-formal, informal learning or direct work experience based on the required skills of the course.

We use CT where you’ve completed units of study at another TAFE College or Registered Training Organisation that meet the requirements of another course. We grant credit according to the Certification, Issuing, and Recognition of Qualifications and Statements of Attainment. Assessing a CT is free.

If you’re eligible for RPL or CT you may be able to complete the course in a shorter duration with reduction to total course fees. Check your eligibility with us.

1. Application: Submit your online application by clicking “Enrol Now” on the top right corner of the course page.
2. Interview: Once you’ve met IHNA’s eligibility criteria you will be contacted for an interview with an admissions consultant
3. Offer Letter: If you’re successful with the interview you will be offered a place for the course as per the availability of each intake.
4. Enrolment Fee: After signing the offer acceptance an invoice will be issued for the course. You may be eligible for government funding, so please call our team to know more.
5. Confirmation of Admission: We will issue a conformation of admission once the enrolment fee has been received.

Call us on 1800 22 52 83 for any questions regarding your application.