OVERVIEW:
This Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care program is designed for participants who already hold CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, and are employed in a childcare centre. Credit for units completed in Certificate III will be allocated as per the table below.
ACCREDITATION:
This course is nationally recognised.
POTENTIAL JOB:
- Child Care Educator
- Supervisor
- Coordinator
- Child Care Centre Director/Manager
PATHWAYS:
Students may continue into higher education such as bachelor degree programs in Early Childhood or Education.
PREREQUISITE REQUIREMENTS:
Hold Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, and be employed in a childcare centre. (Placement may be arranged for participants who are not currently working.)
LEARNING MODES:
The course is scheduled over 18 months, using a blended learning format incorporating both face-to-face classes, and online delivery and tutoring, including at least:
- One full day face-to-face intensive per month (Saturdays)
- One face-to-face evening tutorial per month
- Weekly online tutorial/delivery sessions
- Ongoing phone and email support
Additional face-to-face sessions may be arranged as required, according to student needs. Regular workplace visits will also be undertaken to assess participants application of knowledge and skills.
COURSE DURATION:
18 Months
COURSE STRUCTURE (23 COMPULSORY UNITS and 5 ELECTIVES)
Core units from the CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care course will be credited towards completion as per table below:
| Unit Code | Unit Title | |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety | CT |
| CHCECE001 | Develop cultural competence | CT |
| CHCECE002 | Ensure the health and safety of children | CT |
| CHCECE003 | Provide care for children | CT |
| CHCECE004 | Promote and provide healthy food and drinks | CT |
| CHCECE005 | Provide care for babies and toddlers | CT |
| CHCECE007 | Develop positive and respectful relationships with children | CT |
| CHCECE009 | Use an approved learning framework to guide practice | CT |
| CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically | CT |
| CHCPRT001 | Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | CT |
| HLTAID004 | Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting | CT |
| CHCECE016 | Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment for children | C |
| CHCECE017 | Foster the holistic development and wellbeing of the child in early childhood | C |
| CHCECE018 | Nurture creativity in children | C |
| CHCECE019 | Facilitate compliance in an education and care services | C |
| CHCECE020 | Establish and implement plans for developing cooperative behaviour | C |
| CHCECE021 | Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children | C |
| CHCECE022 | Promote children’s agency | C |
| CHCECE023 | Analyse information to inform learning | C |
| CHCECE024 | Design and implement the curriculum to foster children’s learning and development | C |
| CHCECE025 | Embed sustainable practices in service operations | C |
| CHCECE026 | Work in partnership with families to provide appropriate education and care for children | C |
| HLTWHS003 | Maintain work health and safety | C |
| BSBMGT401 | Show leadership in the workplace | E |
| CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice | E |
| BSBLDR401 | Communicate effectively as a workplace leader | E |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | E** |
| HLTAID001 | Provide CPR | CT |
*CT = credit transfer from Certificate III/current First Aid/CPR certificate, C = core unit, E = elective unit (selected by API based on industry consultation)
**Participants who have completed Certificate III with API will be awarded Credit Transfer
COURSE FEES:
Total cost: $5000
Government Funding
Reduced fees may be available for eligible students under the Higher Level Skills program, funded by the Queensland Government.
To be eligible, participants must be:
- Be aged 15 years of age or older and no longer at school
- Be an Australian citizen/ permanent resident or New Zealand citizen, permanently living in Queensland
- Not hold or be enrolled in post-school Certificate IV or higher qualification (not including training completed at school, or foundation skills training)
Participants are required to pay a co-contribution fee, towards the cost of training. Fees are charged per unit of competency.
Concession
Per unit fee: $17 (not applicable to credit transfers)
Total fees: $255
Non-Concession
Per unit fee: $20 (not applicable to credit transfers)
Total fees: $300
Click here to access the HLS FACT SHEET FOR STUDENTS.
Please Contact Us to apply.
