The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care covers educators in children's services (early childhood) who are responsible for planning, implementing and managing programs in early childhood services, in accordance with licensing, accreditation and duty of care requirements.
Entry Requirements
School Leaver
Non-School Leaver
AQF
Completion of WACE General or ATAR (Minimum C Grades) or equivalent
Completion of WACE General or ATAR or equivalent (minimum C Grades)
Certificate III
Completion of CHC30113 or CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is required prior to commencing this course.
New students who have not studied CHC30113 or CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care must apply instead for the lower level qualification due to pre-requisite skills/knowledge requirements.
A fulfilling career helping children grow and develop This diploma will provide you with the skills and knowledge to manage the operation of a child care service where you would be responsible for planning, implementing and managing programs in early childhood services (0-5 years), in accordance...
Early Childhood Education and Care is an expanding sector for those with a passion for the care and education of young children up to the age of 5 years.
Entry Requirements
School Leaver
Non-School Leaver
AQF
OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8
C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent
Certificate I or Certificate II
Students must be at least 16 years of age to commence this course
Students are required to obtain a Working with Children Check before attending work placement
This course is also available as a traineeship.
Entrance requirements for traineeships
You must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study an apprenticeship or traineeship.
In a traineeship you also gain hands-on skills and work experience, and improve your employment prospects, while earning a wage. On successful completion you will gain a nationally recognised qualification which can lead to rewarding career options. The difference between a traineeship and an apprenticeship is that a traineeship can be either a full time or part time employment based training arrangement, usually for a nominal duration of 12 months or more, generally in a non-trade related area.
To find out how to arrange a traineeship and study at South Metropolitan TAFE, please contact the Jobs and Skills Centre closest to you.
Your gateway to a rewarding career in a growing industry Early Childhood Education and Care is an expanding industry for those with a genuine interest and passion in the care and education of young children up to the age of 5 years.
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Duration
2 semesters full-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
Australia-International Institute of Workplace Training (AIWT)
