Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Make a lasting difference in the lives of young children and find fulfilment in a rewarding Early Childhood career.
Study from as little as $72, interest free, per week. For more information on the different payment options that suit your budget please call 03 8362 3113.
Study from as little as $48, interest free, per week. For more information on the different payment options that suit your budget please call 03 8362 3113.
Study online from as little as $77, interest free, per week. For more information on the different payment options that suit your budget please call 03 8362 3113.
Study online from as little as $53, interest free, per week. For more information on the different payment options that suit your budget please call 03 8362 3113.
Study online from as little as $29, interest free, per week. For more information on the different payment options that suit your budget please call 03 8362 3113.
About the online course
This course is designed for individuals aspiring to be educators in the field of Early Childhood Education and Care, particularly within the regulated framework of children’s education and care services in Australia. Participants will be equipped to take on roles that involve crafting and executing educational curriculums that align with approved learning frameworks, while also ensuring adherence to various operational compliance standards. The course encourages the application of advanced knowledge and theoretical concepts across a broad spectrum of professional scenarios, and may include overseeing the work of volunteers and fellow educators.
Participants will find employment opportunities in various settings, including long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools, and kindergartens. To successfully complete this qualification, candidates are required to undertake a minimum of 280 workplace hours within a regulated children’s education and care service in Australia, as mandated by the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency. These hours can be distributed across various units, depending on the specific requirements for workplace experience.
As of the last update, there are no specific occupational licensing, certification, or legislative prerequisites associated with this qualification.
Contributing to the growth and development of young children in your community is deeply fulfilling.
Empowering Young Minds: Your Stepping Stone to Early Childhood Expertise
Step into a world of endless possibilities with our CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, curated for those passionate about shaping young lives. This qualification embodies the essence of dedicated early childhood educators who advocate for holistic, child-centric learning environments.
During this program, our learners gain in-depth expertise in Early Childhood Education, empowering them to function independently within their domain, while still aligning with strategic guidance from senior leadership.
Our alumni play pivotal roles in moulding the future, enhancing early developmental milestones and overall well-being of children. Their roles often include providing mentorship to peers and volunteers, skillful management of individual child learning, and proficient coordination of leading a team and children with a positive outlook.
To secure this esteemed CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, learners engage in a minimum of 280 hours of hands-on experience, as outlined in the Assessment Requirements of the competency units.
Be confident that the competencies acquired through this CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care are in sync with both Commonwealth and State or Territory guidelines, as well as maintaining the highest Australian standards and industry benchmarks.
It’s important to note that, currently, this CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care doesn’t mandate specific occupational licensing, certification, or legislative stipulations.
Embark on your journey towards excellence in early childhood education with us.
Who is this online course for?
Our diploma program is tailored for individuals who are eager to enhance their leadership and pedagogical skills. A prior completion of the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, either CHC30113 or CHC30121, is a prerequisite, making this the next logical step in their educational journey.
Physical Capabilities: Prospective learners should be prepared for the active nature of Early Childhood Education and Care. The role often demands physical tasks such as lifting children, cleaning tasks like mopping, and occasionally rearranging furniture.
Interpersonal Skills: This role requires direct engagement with children, aiming to nurture their holistic growth, foster positive social interactions, and ensure overall well-being. Ideal learners possess:
- Robust interpersonal abilities.
- A non-judgmental outlook, paired with sensitivity and understanding.
- Capability to relate to a diverse group of people and function effectively in a team setting.
- The fortitude to remain composed during demanding situations, advocating firmly for children and their rights.
Practical Experience Requirements: A vital component of this diploma
is the completion of 280 hours of work placement, which allows learners to apply their theoretical knowledge in real-world settings. For those already active in the sector, demonstration of all requisite competencies can satisfy this work placement prerequisite.
Work Placement Arrangements: Learners have the option to initiate their own work placement within a suitable organisation, pending approval by Hader Institute of Education. If the learner’s current employer can provide all essential resources to meet the training package requirements, it will be authenticated by Hader Institute of Education. However, if a learner lacks a conducive workplace or cannot secure one, our Work Placement Coordinator at the Hader Institute of Education will facilitate
an appropriate placement.
What will you learn online?
Unleash Your Potential: Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Embark on a transformative journey with the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, a comprehensive program designed to further your career in the vibrant field of Early Childhood Education. This qualification prepares you to provide high-quality education and care to young children, fostering their development, learning and wellbeing.
Throughout this in-depth course, you will acquire essential knowledge and skills necessary for working effectively in early childhood settings. You will learn to create inclusive, nurturing environments that support children’s learning
and development, all while adhering to legal and ethical guidelines. You will enhance your ability to assess children’s individual needs and develop strong communication skills to engage effectively with children, families,
and colleagues.
Position yourself to thrive in the rewarding world of Early Childhood Education, equipped with the expertise needed to make a lasting impact on the lives of young children.
The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is your gateway to a fulfilling and meaningful career, dedicated to shaping the future of the next generation.
Who is this online course for?
Possible Career Opportunities
Details of the online course
Student entry requirements
Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who hold a CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care of CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
The following local entry requirements apply to ensure applicants can fully engage in the course and have the required learning capacity to meet the course requirements. Learners must:
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- An Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Be capable of completing 280 hours of work placement in a registered Early Childhood Education and Care Service.
- Have suitable language, literacy and numeracy skills to read and comprehend learning materials and perform tasks related to recording workplace documents including reading and writing detailed reports, completing observations, reports and other documents, interpreting workplace policy and procedure and reporting hazards.
- Learners are required to pass the ACSF LLN test at the required level in reading, writing and numeracy
- Have sound computer skills to navigate simple software to complete the online component of this course and must be able to use intermediate level Word features in order produce and present word-processed documents/ reports.
- Have access to a laptop or computer, and internet to complete the online course and attend virtual classroom sessions.
- Have a valid Working with Children Check/Blue Card (or be prepared to obtain this prior to work placement)
- Have a valid Police Check (or be prepared to obtain this prior to work placement)
- Have the required immunisations, including COVID-19 vaccination, as required to attend the placement facility. Please note, additional immunisations may be required given Government or placement facility’s health policy changes.
- Complete a Pre-Training Review interview via phone/zoom. The entry requirements will be confirmed through information collected during this interview.
How will you learn online?
Holistic Blended Learning Approach
Experience a comprehensive learning journey through our innovative blended delivery model, expertly designed to cater to diverse learning styles. This engaging approach seamlessly integrates various elements to provide you with a well-rounded education:
- Synchronous Online Classroom Sessions: Immerse yourself in Trainer-led, synchronous online classroom sessions that foster real-time interaction and engagement. These are held weekly for 3 hours in the evening.
- Structured Self-Paced Online Study: Utilise our learning platform for structured, self-paced online study, enabling you to grasp the material at your own pace while maintaining your commitments.
- Dynamic Skills Development and Practice: Elevate your skills during dedicated interactive sessions that encourage hands-on learning and practical application.
- Real-world Work Placement: Gain invaluable real-world experience through a comprehensive 280 hour work placement, equipping you with practical insights and industry exposure.
Complementing this comprehensive training are personalised one-on-one unit progression mentoring sessions, tailored to your unique needs. The entire program spans 52 weeks (12 months), thoughtfully divided as follows: - 38 Weeks: Engage in scheduled class training and assessment, ensuring a strong foundation of knowledge and skills.
- 4 Weeks Break: Enjoy a well-deserved break, with 4 weeks at the end of the year, allowing you to recharge.
- 10 Weeks Work Placement: Embark on a 20-hour-per-week work placement over at least 10 weeks, gaining practical experience and industry connections.
Seize this holistic educational opportunity that blends theory, practice, and real-world exposure to propel your career forward.
Online Learner Support
Hader Institute provides support to all learners through the trainer assessor and the Hader Institute Learner Support Officer.
Online Assessment requirements
The assessment is conducted using a combination of realistic workplace tasks, projects, knowledge tests, response to case studies and completing practical demonstrations. The following provides a brief explanation of the assessment methods that are to be applied: Written tasks; Case Study; Projects, Practical Activities and Demonstrations through Zoom or other online platforms.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applicants can apply for recognition of their existing skills and knowledge that are relevant to the units of competency within the program. See the Hader Institute of Education Learner Handbook and policies & procedures.
Available Online Units
The selection of these units of competency and the CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care structure has been confirmed through industry engagement undertaken by Hader Institute of Education.
The CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is delivered using the course structure outlined below:
Core Units
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 children’s education and care
CHCECE045: Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children
CHCECE046: Implement strategies for the inclusion of 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 partnerships with children’s families
CHCPRP003: Reflect on and improve own professional practice
Electives
CHCECE052: Plan service and supports for children and families
CHCECE053: Respond to grievances and complaints about the service
BSBPEF502: Develop and use emotional intelligence
Course Unit Descriptions
BSBTWK502 - Manage team effectiveness
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead teams in the workplace and to actively engage with the management of the organisation.
CHCECE041 - Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
The unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge to monitor and maintain health and safety in the areas of individual health, hygiene, infectious disease, supervision, risk management, incident and emergency management. It includes the ability to contribute to the ongoing improvement of workplace health and safety policies and procedures.
CHCECE042 - Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to foster and enhance the holistic learning, development and wellbeing of children from birth to six years of age. It includes the ability to use detailed knowledge of different developmental domains and developmental theory and how these domains link to support holistic development.
CHCECE043 - Nurture creativity in children
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop, implement and evaluate experiences that nurture creativity in children through construction, digital technologies, dramatic play, imaginative play, movement, music and visual art.
CHCECE044 - Facilitate compliance in a children's education and care service
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to facilitate legislative, regulatory and National Quality Framework compliance in an education and care service.
CHCECE045 - Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop guidelines that foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour, and to monitor and support children’s learning, development and wellbeing in this area.
CHCECE046 - Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to promote inclusion and diversity and to plan, implement and monitor individual support strategies.
CHCECE047 - Analyse information to inform children's learning
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to gather and analyse information about children’s learning to inform practice.
CHCECE048 - Plan and implement children's education and care curriculum
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan, implement and evaluate curriculum over a period of time to foster children’s learning and development.
CHCECE049 - Embed environmental responsibility in service operations
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop, implement and evaluate a sustainability management plan and support children’s environmental responsibility.
CHCECE050 - Work in partnership with children's families
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to establish relationships with families, connect with the local and broader community and promote opportunities for collaboration and sharing of information with families to support effective education and care for children.
CHCPRP003 - Reflect on and improve own professional practice
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate and enhance own practice through a process of reflection and ongoing professional development.
CHCECE052 - Plan service and supports for children and families
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to explore the needs of children and families experiencing complex challenges and to plan and review services and supports in collaboration with families and with other service providers as required.
CHCECE053 - Respond to grievances and complaints about the service
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to effectively resolve grievances and complaints about the service.
BSBPEF502 - Develop and use emotional intelligence
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and use emotional intelligence to increase self-awareness, self-management, social awareness and relationship management in the workplace.
What career could I have?
Possible careers include:
- Child Care Worker
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Study online from as little as $48, interest free, per week. For more information on the different payment options that suit your budget please call 03 8362 3113.
Study online from as little as $72, interest free, per week. For more information on the different payment options that suit your budget please call 03 8362 3113.
Study online from as little as $77, interest free, per week. For more information on the different payment options that suit your budget please call 03 8362 3113.
Study online from as little as $29, interest free, per week. For more information on the different payment options that suit your budget please call 03 8362 3113.
Study online from as little as $53, interest free, per week. For more information on the different payment options that suit your budget please call 03 8362 3113.
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