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Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

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The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care course prepares individuals to become skilled educators responsible for creating, executing and assessing early childhood education and care programs. It offers a flexible, part-time, blended delivery course structure, similar to a traineeship.

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Duration
2 years part-time
Course Code
CHC50121
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Apr, Jul, Oct
Domestic Fees
$9,145 per year

About this course

The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care course prepares individuals to become skilled educators responsible for creating, executing and assessing early childhood education and care programs. It offers a flexible, part-time, blended delivery course structure, similar to a traineeship. Enrolling in this course can open up opportunities for a fulfilling career in this rewarding industry.

Entry requirements

Applicant must hold a:
* CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Or
* CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
Students must be employed in a Registered Education and Care Service for a minimum of 13 hours per week

A current Working With Children's Check card is required.

Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.

Study locations

Glen Waverley

What you will learn

Maximize your skills in Early Childhood Education with our program. Learn to effectively communicate with children and families, stay compliant with legal and regulatory requirements, and lead teams in care environments.

As a graduate, you will be equipped to take on leadership roles in early childhood education, including supervising staff and volunteers, and potentially advancing to positions such as Early Childhood Service Director or Coordinator.

Career pathways

  • early childhood educator
  • out of school hours educator or coordinator
  • family day care operator
  • team, group or program leader
  • educational leader
  • early childhood service director or coordinator

Credit for prior study or work

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.