CHC30121 - Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Intakes

New batches
Starting bi-monthly

Mode of Delivery

Blended | On-campus

AQF Level

Course Fee

$2,499

*Free for eligible PR & Citizens in WA

Location

Perth

Course Duration

12 Months

^*This training is delivered with Western Australian Funding.

^*Funding is available subject to approval. Eligible students may commence training only after funding places are approved by the Department of Training and Workforce Development (DTWD).

^*The Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as resource fees and other fees.

^*Refer to the “DTWD Funded Training” eligibility guidelines to check your funding eligibility. Click here.

Key Highlights

Choose Online Theory Classes

On-Campus Simulation Workshops

Professional Experience Placement

New Batches Starting Bi-Monthly

Course Overview

The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care provides individuals with the foundational skills to support the development and well-being of children in early learning environments. This course covers essential topics such as childhood development, health and safety, and supporting play-based learning. Graduates are qualified to work as Early Childhood Educators or Assistants, contributing to children’s education in childcare centres, preschools, and other early childhood settings.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, however applicants should demonstrate ability to perform task as required by the industry.

IHNA Admission Requirements

Applicants are required to be 17 years and 03 months old and above
Successful completion of the Australian Year 10 or equivalent
Successful completion of the language, literary and numeracy (LLN) test and demonstration of competence level as exit level 3 in the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF)

Note: Mature age students (22+) may also be considered without the minimum education requirements. Each case will be reviewed individually to ascertain the capacity of the applicant to meet qualification requirements.

Language, Literary, Numeracy, Digital (LLND)

All IHNA students must complete the Language, Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital (LLND) assessment to ensure that students meet the necessary requirements for successfully undertaking the course. IHNA administers the LLND test to evaluate each student’s suitability.

Possible Career Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, you will be qualified to work professionally as a:

Early Childhood Educator
Family Day Care Educator
Kindergarten Assistant
Long Day Care Educator

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Credit Transfer

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How Can I Become an Early Childhood Educator?

IHNA offers the CHC30121 - Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. This course is ideal for individuals passionate about working with young children and supporting their development in childcare or early learning settings.

What Does an Early Childhood Educator Do?

Early childhood educators play a crucial role in shaping children's early learning experiences. Their responsibilities include:

Creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children.
Supporting children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
Implementing play-based learning activities that align with the Early Years Learning Framework.
Ensuring children's well-being by following health and safety protocols, including proper hygiene and nutrition guidelines.
Observing and documenting children's progress to tailor learning experiences.
Collaborating with families and colleagues to support holistic child development.

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