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CHC50121 Diploma of
Early Childhood
Course Duration
52 weeks
Delivery Mode
Face-to-Face 2.5 days per week (20 hours)
Level
Cert VI
Course Overview
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. 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.
Course Entry Requirements
Completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent
Upper-Intermediate Level of English OR IELTS Test Score of 5.5 OR Other recognised English Language tests such as:
TOEFL iBT: 46-59
PTE Academic: 42
Cambridge English: 162
OET: C Grade
Duolingo English Test: 85-90
CEFR Levels / Oxford Test: B2 OR Completion of Australian qualifications, evidence of certificate III level (minimum duration 26 weeks) or above
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition is available (on application) to students with prior skills, experience, knowledge or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training, in a related area. Recognition may reduce the duration of your studies.
Job Outlook
This qualification suits students seeking a career in the following job roles:
Centre Manager
OSHC Coordinator
Course Content
BSBTWK502: Manage team effectiveness
CHCECE041: Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
CHCECE042: Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing
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
CHCECE048: Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum
CHCECE049: Embed environmental responsibility in service operations
CHCECE050: Work in partnership with children’s families
CHCPRP003: Reflect on and improve own professional practice
CHCINM002: Meet community information needs
CHCECE053: Respond to grievances and complaints about the service
HLTWHS003: Maintain work health and safety
Government Funding
Domestic students may be entitled to Youth Allowance, Austudy/Abstudy or the Pensioner Education Supplement. For enquiries, please contact Centrelink on 132 490.
Other Expenses
For other fees and expenses including Administration Fee, Health Cover, Recognition of Prior Learning, Late and Reassessment Fees
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