CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
General: This qualification reflects the role of early childhood educators who are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum in early childhood education and care services. In doing so they work to implement an approved learning framework within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard.
Entry requirements: Prospective students are required to complete the Pre-Training Interview form, to the satisfaction of RTO. You will also need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency. RTO will accept the following minimum English language test score:
| English language provider test | Minimum test score | Minimum test score where combined with at least 10 weeks ELICOS | Minimum test score where combined with at least 20 weeks ELICOS |
| International English Language Testing System | 5.5 | 5 | 4.5 |
| *Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) paper based | 527 | 500 | 450 |
| TOEFL internet based test | 46 | 35 | 32 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (Certificate in Advanced English) | 162 | 154 | 147 |
| Pearson Test of English Academic | 42 | 36 | 30 |
| Occupational English Test** | Pass | Pass | Pass |
*The TOEFL paper based test will only be accepted from limited countries
**The Occupational English Test includes a mark between A and E. An A or B is considered a pass. The test must have been taken no more than two years before you apply for your student visa.
RTO may also consider any English Language tests taken in Australia.
Practical placement: To graduate from this course you will need to complete practical placement which involves unpaid work experience. Students are required to find their own practical placement, however RTO will provide assistance and support where needed. Students must also have a valid Working with Children Check.
Vocational or educational outcomes: Students can go into a range of employment options.
Occupations may include:
- Authorised supervisor • Coordinator • Centre manager • Director • Childhood educator • Group/team coordinator/leader • Children’s adviser • Program leader • Childhood Education director/manager • Child development worker • Early Childhood educator
Job outlook: Please refer to the Australian Government Job Outlook site for job prospects for a Child Care Centre Manager. Expected job openings are high. 130,200 persons were employed as Child Carers in 2014. Job openings over the next 5 years are expected to be greater than 50,000. Source: Department of Employment 2016
Assessment: Assessment methods allow for the gathering of sufficient quality evidence about the student’s performance. Methods used include question and answer, observation and demonstration, and case study.
Core Units
| Unit Code | Unit Descriptor |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCECE001 | Develop cultural competence |
| CHCECE002 | Ensure the health and safety of children |
| CHCECE003 | Provide care for children |
| CHCECE004 | Promote and provide healthy food and drinks |
| CHCECE005 | Provide care for babies and toddlers |
| CHCECE007 | Develop positive and respectful relationships with children |
| CHCECE009 | Use an approved learning framework to guide practice |
| CHCECE016 | Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment for children |
| CHCECE017 | Foster the holistic development and wellbeing of the child in early childhood |
| CHCECE018 | Nurture creativity in children |
| CHCECE019 | Facilitate compliance in an education and care service |
| CHCECE020 | Establish and implement plans for developing cooperative behaviour |
| CHCECE021 | Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children |
| CHCECE022 | Promote children’s agency |
| CHCECE023 | Analyse information to inform learning |
| CHCECE024 | Design and implement the curriculum to foster children’s learning and development |
| CHCECE025 | Embed sustainable practices in service operations |
| CHCECE026 | Work in partnership with families to provide appropriate education and care for children |
| CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically |
| CHCPRT001 | Identify and respond to children and young people at risk |
| HLTAID004 | Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting |
| HLTWHS003 | Maintain work health and safety |
Elective Units
| Unit Code | Unit Descriptor |
| BSBINN502 | Build and sustain an innovative work environment |
| BSBLED401 | Develop teams and individuals |
| BSBWOR301 | Organise personal work priorities and development |
| CHCPOL002 | Develop and implement policy |
| CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
Course duration: 104 weeks full time including holidays and orientation
Enrolment fee: $250 (non-refundable)
Materials fee: $300 (Covers all resources and workbooks)
Course Tuition fee: $19,400