Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Our Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care qualification reflects the role of educators in a range of early childhood education and care settings.
The course combines face-to-face and flexible practical classes with work placement to build your confidence and skills in working with children and babies, while supporting positive interactions and communications with families and staff members.
There are minimum inherent requirements for entry into this course which will be discussed in the interview process.

Turn your aspiration to work with children into a reality with this nationally recognised qualification.
With demand for childcare on the rise, gaining essential skills in this area will put you ahead of the pack.
Build your confidence in face-to-face, practical classes and develop the in-demand skills required to work in this rewarding profession. You'll learn how to communicate with children and develop relationships through positive interactions, support their health, safety and wellbeing as well as your legal and ethical obligations.

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Early Childhood Educator or Kindergarten Assistant
Nanny
Family Day Care
Support worker

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Develop the required skills to work closely with other educators, provide a welcoming environment for families, and develop professional and respectful relationships. You will learn to document children's learning, providing clear links to the Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Framework. Through both the classroom and practical work placements there will be opportunities to document and prepare a variety of learning experiences and resources.
Theory components include:
-Legal and ethical obligations, work health and safety, mandatory reporting, policy, and procedure
-How to support children's health, safety and wellbeing
-Inclusion and diversity
-Providing for children's individual care needs
-Developing relationships with children through positive interactions
-Learning about child development and the theories which underpin the importance of play and creative experiences
-Maintaining health and safety in a service
-Expectations for the job role of a Certificate III educator in an ECEC service.

Are there specified requirements for entry into the course/qualification?: Yes

Early Childhood Educator or Kindergarten Assistant
Nanny
Family Day Care
Support worker