About the course

If you love working with children and want to learn more about providing quality education and care in a range of environments, this course is for you. This course covers the fundamentals of childhood development and caring for children. Through classroom learning and practical placements in early-childhood education and childcare centres, you’ll learn skills focused on supporting children’s education. The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care can provide entry level job opportunities in early childhood centres, home based care, or school-based environments, however, many students go on to study higher level courses before gaining employment.

　　You’ll learn practical skills in areas such as first aid, work health and safety (WHS) processes, effective interaction with children, nutritional food provision, childhood development, sustainable practices, appropriate care for babies and children up to 5 years, and responding to young people at risk.

　　Experienced teachers, who are experts in the field, will guide you through the program, which can be delivered in a variety of ways to fit in with your work or lifestyle.

　　This nationally recognised qualification may lead to employment in roles such as a kindergarten assistant, school aged-care assistant, nanny, family day care carer or early childhood educator assistant.

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Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Dandenong
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Frankston
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Berwick
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Dandenong
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Frankston
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Berwick
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Dandenong
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Frankston
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Berwick
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Frankston
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Dandenong
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Berwick

　　

How to apply

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Chisholm Institute of TAFE. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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