This qualification reflects the role of educators in early childhood education and care who work in regulated children’s education and care services in Australia. They support children’s wellbeing, and development in the context of an approved learning framework. Educators use a range of well-developed skills and knowledge using discretion and judgment when carrying out their work in the context of established policies and procedures. They may work independently or under the guidance of others, though in some contexts that guidance may not be on-site.
Potential Career Outcomes
- Nanny
- Playgroup Supervisor
- Family Day Care Educator
- Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) Educator
- Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Who Could Enrol
- Those who would like to obtain new skills and knowledge, including those are changing careers
- Those who wish to obtain a qualification in early childhood education in order to gain employment in the children’s services sector
- Those employed in early childhood education and care and wish to obtain a qualification and/or have their skills recognised.
This course is suitable for a variety of learners such as:
Course Details
Course Details – This qualification includes 17 units of competency which comprise of 15 core and 2 elective units. Elective units have been carefully selected based on the industry consultation to ensure the learner achieves the desired vocational outcomes of the course.
Units of Competency:
Core units:
- CHCECE0301 Support inclusion and diversity
- CHCECE031 Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing
- CHCECE032 Nurture babies and toddlers
- CHCECE033 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children
- CHCECE034 Use an approved learning framework to guide practice
- CHCECE035 Support the holistic learning and development of children
- CHCECE036 Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning
- CHCECE037 Support children to connect with the natural environment
- CHCECE038 Observe children to inform practice
- CHCECE054 Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures
- CHCECE055 Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care
- CHCECE056 Work effectively in children’s education and care
- CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
- HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
- HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
Elective Units:
- BSBOPS502 Manage business operational plans
- CHCECE039 Comply with family day care administration requirements
- CHCECE040 Attend to daily functions in home-based child care
The above elective units have been selected based on the industry requirements and in relation to the vocational outcome. CBTC may consider offering other preferred elective units based on the applicable training package requirements.
Duration:
Up to 29 weeks (excluding holidays).
Study commitment required:
We recommend a learner would require a minimum of 35-45 hours of commitment per week to complete this qualification. This includes participation in class, homework and self-study, work placement hours, assignment activities and assessments.
Training delivery method:
Training is delivered in a blended mode including mixed mode, scheduled face-to-face learning in class and online learning activities.
Assessments method:
Written Assessment, Scenarios, Role Plays, Practical exercises, Work Placement assessment.
Academic requirements:
- Year 10 or equivalent; or
- Completed a Certificate II or higher level qualification
Physical requirements:
This qualification requires working in an early childhood education and care environment which may involve:
- working for long hours standing and moving
- frequently engaging in manual handling tasks e.g., bending to carry children
- changing infant and toddler diapers where necessary
- assisting children to use the bathroom
- cleaning tasks – mopping floors, tidying the kitchen
- monitoring children’s health and hygiene.
Technology requirements:
This course is offered in a blended mode and the learning resources are accessible online through our Learning Management System (LMS). To ensure access to the learning resources, you would require:
- A personal computer/laptop/tablet or any mobile device
- Appropriate software e.g. Microsoft Office to engage with the learning and assessment
- High speed internet connectivity
- Audio/video/visual tools to engage with the interactive video materials
- Basic computer skills to engage with the LMS and in live online learning sessions
USI Number:
Valid USI number is required. Ask us if you require any assistance in creating it on your behalf.
Other requirements:
- Valid and current email address
- National Police Check
- Working with Children Check or Working with Vulnerable People Check
Work Placement
This course requires you to complete a mandatory work placement of 180 hours within a regulated children’s education and care service. This is to ensure that a learner has adequate opportunities of learning, practicing and demonstrating their skills in the workplace according to industry standards and based on the units of competency.
Requirements
At CBTC, our learners are responsible for finding a suitable workplace facility to undertake the mandatory work placement. However, our Student Support team is available to assist with strategies of identifying a suitable work placement venue.
Approval of the Facility
Once identified, our Work placement coordinators verify the suitability of the venue to ensure our learners will get opportunities of learning and practicing the required tasks.
Documents Required
CBTC provides:
- Work Placement Agreement between CBTC and the employer;
- Insurance Certificate for undertaking work placement;
- Work Placement Logbook and other related materials
Learner to Organise
Any other evidence requested by the employer e.g., proof of vaccination etc.
Undertaking Work Placement
Prior to the commencement of the work placement, learners are informed about:
- the workplace, their policy and procedures and the dos and don’ts;
- the requirements of the work placement and the activities to be undertaken;
- the evidence to be recorded in the Work Placement Logbook.
Payment Options
CBTC recognizes that our learners may need flexibility in managing their fees. To assist them, we provide a structured Payment Plan option that can be tailored to their needs.
Payment Plan
You have the freedom to make payments according to an agreed-upon amount and duration. Please be aware that CBTC does not accept any single payment of fees exceeding $1500.
Government Funded
If you enroll under a government-subsidized option, your fees will adhere to the funding regulations set by the respective funding body. Please consult the enrollment officer for additional information.
*If you do not qualify for government funding, please reach out to our support team for alternative options.
Why CBTC?
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Benefit From Expertise
Our instructors are seasoned industry professionals with extensive experience.
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*Please be aware that not all courses are covered under each of the aforementioned government subsidized options. Kindly verify eligibility and availability at the time of application. Eligibility criteria apply.