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Early Childhood Education And Care Courses
CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Description
Start your early childhood career with our Certificate III program – your gateway to ACECQA-approved roles. Tailored for newcomers in education and care, Rise Education and Training provides a contextualized curriculum blending theory and practice. Upon completion, you’ll have the tools to implement the early years learning framework, fostering children’s growth from birth to school age.
Delivery Mode & Duration
The time frame to deliver this course is 12 months –18 months (depending on prior skills and knowledge).
Delivery Location/Mode
Entry Requirements
There are no pre-requisite training requirements for enrolment into the CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. The recommended minimum age of learners on enrolment will vary between the different student cohorts but should not be less than 15 years of age.
Learners are likely to have needs related to:
• Accommodating work and other commitments with study
• Accommodating a variety of learning styles
• Socio-economic factors
• Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN)
• Cultural and ethnic backgrounds
• Technology access and usability
• A current Working with Children’s Check (Blue Card – Queensland). There would be an additional fee approximately $97.50 for Blue card application (excluding volunteers, students, or exemption card applicants). Please refer the below link:
Career Opportunities
The CHC30121 – Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care provides for employment in the following roles:
- Early Childhood Educator in Early Years Environment
- Early Childhood Educator in a Kindergarten or Preschool Program
- OSHC Coordinator
- Family Day Care Educator
- Playgroup Supervisor and/or Mobile Assistant
- Nanny or Au Pair
Pathways to Further Study
On completion of this qualification, you can choose to do CHC50121 – Diploma of Early Childhood Education to continue your education career or study CHC40221 – Certificate IV in School Based Education and Support.
Fees and Funding
Queensland Government funding is available through Certificate 3 Guarantee.
Government Funding Requirements
- be a Queensland resident
- be aged 15 years or over, and no longer
- at school (with the exception of VET in Schools students)
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident (including humanitarian entrants), or a temporary resident with the necessary visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency
- not hold, or be enrolled in, a certificate III level or higher qualification (not including qualifications completed at school and foundations skills training).
If a person is eligible for funding under the Certificate 3 Guarantee program, the Queensland Government will subsidise the costs of their accredited training, although a student contribution fee will be required.
Fees – Certificate 3 Guarantee (Queensland Government Funded)
| Qualification Name | Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care |
| Course Code | CHC30121 |
| Number of Units | 17 |
| Workplace Minimum Hours | 160 |
| Student Contribution Fee (Non-Concessional) | $272 ($16 per unit) |
| Student Contribution Fee (Concessional) | $136 ($8 per unit) |
Fee for Service (Full Fee)
The Fee for Service is applied when a student is not eligible for government subsidies or where no subsidies are available.
| Qualification Name | Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care |
| Course Code | CHC30121 |
| Number of Units | 17 |
| Administration Fee | $200 (Non refundable after 14 days of cooling off period of enrolment) |
| Resource/Materials Fee | $150 |
| Cost per Unit | $200 |
| Full Fee | $3,750 |
CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Description
Step up with our Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care – ACECQA’s requirement for leadership in child services. Rise Education and Training equips you with theory and practice for various early childhood settings, aligned with regulations and quality standards. Complete the course ready to implement the early years learning framework and foster children’s holistic growth.
Delivery Mode & Duration
Duration
The time frame to deliver this course is 18 months – 24 months (depending on prior skills and knowledge).
Delivery Location/Mode
Entry Requirements
Successfully completion of either the CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or its predecessor CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
Learners are likely to have needs related to:
- Accommodating work and other commitments with study
- Accommodating a variety of learning styles
- Socio-economic factors
- Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN)
- Cultural and ethnic backgrounds
- Technology access and usability
- A current Working with Children Check (Blue Card in Queensland). There would be an additional fee approximately $97.50 for Blue card application (excluding volunteers, students, or exemption card applicants). Please refer the below link:
- https://www.qld.gov.au/law/laws-regulated-industries-and-accountability/queensland-laws-and-regulations/regulated-industries-and-licensing/blue-card/applications/payment
Career Opportunities
The CHC50121 – Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care provides for employment in the following roles:
- Early Childhood Educator in Early Years Environment
- ECEC Service Director/Supervisor
- Authorised Supervisor
- Early Childhood Educator in a Kindergarten or Preschool Program
- Child Development Educator
- OOSHC Coordinator
- Family Day Care Educator or Supervisor
- Playgroup Supervisor
- Nanny or Au Pair and Mobile Assistant
Pathways to Further Study
On completion of this qualification, Universities can sometimes offer credit from the Diploma to enrol in Early Childhood teaching qualifications to continue your education career.
Fees and Funding
Queensland Government funding is available through Higher Level Skills.
Queensland Government Funding Requirements
- Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who hold a CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
- Be aged 15 years or older (no longer at school)
- Permanently reside in Queensland
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident (including humanitarian entrants), or a temporary resident with the necessary visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency
- not hold, or be enrolled in, a certificate IV level or higher qualification (not including qualifications completed at school and foundations skills training).
If a person is eligible for funding under the Higher-Level Skills program, the Queensland Government will subsidise the costs of their accredited training, although a student contribution fee will be required.
Fees – Higher Level Skills – (Queensland Government Funded)
| Qualification Name | Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care |
| Course Code | CHC50121 |
| Number of Units | 15 |
| Workplace Minimum Hours | 280 |
| Student Contribution Fee (Non-concessional) | $240 ($16 per unit) |
| Student Contribution Fee (Concessional) | $120 ($8 per unit) |
Fee for Service (Full Fee)
The Fee for Service is applied when a student is not eligible for government subsidies or where no subsidies are available.
| Qualification Name | Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care |
| Course Code | CHC50121 |
| Number of Units | 15 |
| Administration Fee | $200 |
| Resource/Materials Fee | $150 |
| Cost per Unit | $200 |
| Student Concession Fee | $3350 |
Some of our 144 Google Reviews
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“I have recently completed Cert III from Rise Education And Training. I am really thankful for Fatima’s extensive help and support throughout my course. She is very friendly and had always motivated me from start to finish. I would highly recommend this institute for childcare courses. Thank you Fatima.“
– Trupti Patel
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“As one of the online students in Bundaberg, I really enjoyed the online training in Rise Education and Training. I would like to thank you and the Rise team that went beyond my expectations, making me feel comfortable, understood and confident in my study experiences. I learned a lot about childcare environment, policies and practices which prepared me for working as an early childhood educator in the industry. My training was absolutely amazing and the whole management team were always helpful and passionate about student support. “
– Valentina Lo Turco
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“I have had a great experience studying my diploma of early childhood education and care with Rise Education and Training. The trainers have been very supportive and I learnt a lot from them. I am very happy I chose to study with Rise!”
– Kiana Potbury
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“Thanks Lily. You were a great inspiration for me. You motivated me a lot in my tough time. That’s why I pushed myself to finish the diploma. Besides this, you are a wonderful soul. I will definitely see you again. Bless you and best wishes for Rise Education and Training”
– Kulwinder Kaur
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