CHC50121
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
CRICOS Code 110064B
Course Overview
Developed within the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard, the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, will prepare you to work in a range of community service roles. These roles include Child Education, Community and Personal Service worker, Child Care, designing and implementing curriculum in early childhood education and care services, and related administrative and clerical roles. Workers at this level may also have responsibility for the supervision of other staff and volunteers. This course is best suited to those who have some previous experience working within the early childhood education and care sector, those who have completed certificate level training or Athose who are looking for a pathway into higher level university courses. The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care also incorporates a work experience element so you will get to put into practice the theory & skills you learn. Increase your skills in the areas of:
- Positive childhood behaviour and interactions
- Working with children's families
- Developing emotional intelligence
- Planning and implementing curriculum
- Foster holistic wellbeing of children
- Managing teams
- Understanding compliance
Delivery Options
Payment Options
QLD CAMPUS
| Qualification Level | Diploma |
|---|---|
| Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions | Over 17 years old, not attending secondary school. Must have previously completed the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30113 or CHC30121).
Must also complete a language, literacy and numeracy test |
| Nominal Duration | 12 months face to face + 280 hours vocational placement |
| Attendance | 2 - 3 days per week |
| Assessment Methods | Short Answer Questions, Case Studies, Role Plays, Projects, Skills Observations, Vocational Placement |
| Delivery Method | Face to Face learning + vocational placement |
| Course Materials | All course materials are included |
| Vocational Placement | Minimum 280 hours vocational placement required at a relevant workplace. Placement may be voluntary work or paid employment in a relevant role. Students must be able to pass a working with children check, some organisations may also request a police check and require workers to be fully vaccinated. Some VP tasks need to be directly observed by a Strategix assessor whilst in the workplace. Placement needs to be undertaken within the Brisbane and Gold Coast regions to enable a Strategix assessor to attend. |
SA ONLINE
| Qualification Level | Diploma |
|---|---|
| Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions | Over 17 years old, not attending secondary school. Must have previously completed the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30113 or CHC30121).
Must also complete a language, literacy and numeracy test |
| Nominal Duration | 12 months online + 280 hours vocational placement |
| Attendance | Online with support classes held monthly |
| Assessment Methods | Short Answer Questions, Case Studies, Role Plays, Projects, Skills Observations, Vocational Placement |
| Delivery Method | Online learning + vocational placement |
| Course Materials | All course materials are included |
| Vocational Placement | Minimum 280 hours vocational placement required at a relevant workplace. Placement may be voluntary work or paid employment in a relevant role. Students must be able to pass a working with children check, some organisations may also request a police check and require workers to be fully vaccinated. Some VP tasks need to be directly observed by a Strategix assessor whilst in the workplace. Placement needs to be undertaken within 30km radius of Elizabeth to enable a Strategix assessor to attend. |
WA CAMPUS
| Qualification Level | Diploma |
|---|---|
| Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions | Over 17 years old, not attending secondary school. Must have previously completed the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30113 or CHC30121).
Must also complete a language, literacy and numeracy test |
| Nominal Duration | 12 months face to face + 280 hours vocational placement |
| Attendance | 2 days per week |
| Assessment Methods | Short Answer Questions, Case Studies, Role Plays, Projects, Skills Observations, Vocational Placement |
| Delivery Method | Face to Face learning + vocational placement |
| Course Materials | All course materials are included |
| Vocational Placement | Minimum 280 hours vocational placement required at a relevant workplace. Placement may be voluntary work or paid employment in a relevant role. Students must be able to pass a working with children check, some organisations may also request a police check and require workers to be fully vaccinated. Some VP tasks need to be directly observed by a Strategix assessor whilst in the workplace. Placement needs to be undertaken within the Rockingham or nearby region to enable a Strategix assessor to attend. |
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
| Location | Spring Hill, QLD |
|---|---|
| Qualification Level | Certificate III |
| Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions | Must be an International Student on a student visa (subclass 500). IELTS 5.5 or equivalent English language test result or the completion of 12-week Strategix IELTS Preparation program. Yr 12 equivalent (High School Graduate Certificate) Students must complete Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30113 or CHC30121) before they can commence the Diploma. |
| Nominal Duration | 12 months + up to 6 months vocational placement |
| Attendance | 3 days per week |
| Assessment Methods | Short Answer Questions, Case Studies, Role Plays, Projects, Skills Observations, Vocational Placement |
| Delivery Method | Face to Face learning + vocational placement |
| Course Materials | Course material fees $200 |
| Vocational Placement | Minimum 280hours vocational placement required at a relevant workplace. Placement may be voluntary work or paid employment in a relevant role. Students must be able to pass a working with children, some organisations may also request a police check and require workers to be fully vaccinated. Some VP tasks need to be directly observed by a Strategix assessor whilst in the workplace. Placement needs to be undertaken within the Brisbane and Gold Coast regions to enable a Strategix assessor to attend. |
QLD CAMPUS
| VET Student Loans | An income contingent loan that you pay back when you earn over the threshold which is assessed each financial year |
|---|---|
| Payment Plan | Payment Plans starting from $135.68 per week |
| Full Fee | $13,500 |
SA ONLINE
| Funding | Concession | Non-Concession |
|---|---|---|
| Subsidised Training learn more... | $664 ($0.50 per nominal hour) | $2456.8 ($1.85 per nominal hour) |
Other Payment options for non-eligible students
| VET Student Loans | An income contingent loan that you pay back when you earn over the threshold which is assessed each financial year |
|---|---|
| Payment Plan | Payment Plans starting from $135.68 per week |
| Full Fee | $13,500 |
WA CAMPUS
| Funding | Concession | Non-Concession |
|---|---|---|
| Free in '24 learn more... | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Other Payment options for non-eligible students
| VET Student Loans | An income contingent loan that you pay back when you earn over the threshold which is assessed each financial year |
|---|---|
| Payment Plan | Payment Plans starting from $135.68 per week |
| Full Fee | $13,500 |
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
| Tuition Fee | $16,500 |
|---|---|
| Materials Fee | $200 |
| Enrolment Fee | $250 non-refundable |
Subjects
| CHCECE041 | Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children |
| CHCECE045 | Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children |
| CHCECE043 | Nurture creativity in children |
| CHCECE050 | Work in partnership with children’s families |
| CHCECE046 | Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children |
| CHCDIV003 | Manage and promote diversity |
| CHCECE049 | Embed environmental responsibility in service operations |
| CHCECE044 | Facilitate compliance in a children’s education and care service |
| BSBPEF502 | Develop and use emotional intelligence |
| BSBCMM412 | Lead difficult conversations |
| BSBTWK502 | Manage team effectiveness |
| CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
| CHCECE047 | Analyse information to inform children’s learning |
| CHCECE048 | Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum |
| CHCECE042 | Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing |
Upcoming Intakes
QLD CAMPUS
| Start Date: 22/08/2024
COL - DIP Early Childhood - Spring Hill (QLD) - 22 AUG 2024 (Thu-Fri) UOS 3.2 |
| Start Date: 03/10/2024
COL - DIP Early Childhood - Spring Hill (QLD) - 03 OCT 2024 (Thu-Fri) UOS 4.1 |
| Start Date: 13/11/2024
COL - DIP Early Childhood - Spring Hill (QLD) - 13 NOV 2024 (Thu-Fri) UOS 4.2 |
| Start Date: 16/01/2025
COL - DIP Early Childhood - Spring Hill (QLD) - 16 JAN 2025 (Thu-Fri) UOS 3.1 |
SA ONLINE
WA CAMPUS
| Start Date: 20/01/2025
COL - DIP Early Childhood Education and Care - Rockingham (WA) - 20 Jan 2025 (Mon-Tues) UOS1.1 |
| Start Date: 22/01/2025
COL - DIP Early Childhood Education and Care - Rockingham (WA) - 22 Jan 2025 (Wed - Thur) UOS1.1 |
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Please contact [email protected] for more information on upcoming course options
| Start Date: 22/08/2024
COL - DIP Early Childhood - Spring Hill (QLD) - 22 AUG 2024 (Thu-Fri) UOS 3.2 Send email |
| Start Date: 03/10/2024
COL - DIP Early Childhood - Spring Hill (QLD) - 03 OCT 2024 (Thu-Fri) UOS 4.1 Send email |
| Start Date: 13/11/2024
COL - DIP Early Childhood - Spring Hill (QLD) - 13 NOV 2024 (Thu-Fri) UOS 4.2 Send email |
| Start Date: 16/01/2025
COL - DIP Early Childhood - Spring Hill (QLD) - 16 JAN 2025 (Thu-Fri) UOS 3.1 Send email |
Upcoming Intakes
Contact Us
QLD CAMPUS
| Start Date | Details | Enrol |
| 22/08/2024 | COL - DIP Early Childhood - Spring Hill (QLD) - 22 AUG 2024 (Thu-Fri) UOS 3.2 | |
| 03/10/2024 | COL - DIP Early Childhood - Spring Hill (QLD) - 03 OCT 2024 (Thu-Fri) UOS 4.1 | |
| 13/11/2024 | COL - DIP Early Childhood - Spring Hill (QLD) - 13 NOV 2024 (Thu-Fri) UOS 4.2 | |
| 16/01/2025 | COL - DIP Early Childhood - Spring Hill (QLD) - 16 JAN 2025 (Thu-Fri) UOS 3.1 |
SA ONLINE
| Start Date | Details | Enrol |
WA CAMPUS
| Start Date | Details | Enrol |
| 20/01/2025 | COL - DIP Early Childhood Education and Care - Rockingham (WA) - 20 Jan 2025 (Mon-Tues) UOS1.1 | |
| 22/01/2025 | COL - DIP Early Childhood Education and Care - Rockingham (WA) - 22 Jan 2025 (Wed - Thur) UOS1.1 |
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Please contact [email protected] for more information on upcoming course options
| Start Date | Details | Enrol |
| 22/08/2024 | COL - DIP Early Childhood - Spring Hill (QLD) - 22 AUG 2024 (Thu-Fri) UOS 3.2 | Send email |
| 03/10/2024 | COL - DIP Early Childhood - Spring Hill (QLD) - 03 OCT 2024 (Thu-Fri) UOS 4.1 | Send email |
| 13/11/2024 | COL - DIP Early Childhood - Spring Hill (QLD) - 13 NOV 2024 (Thu-Fri) UOS 4.2 | Send email |
| 16/01/2025 | COL - DIP Early Childhood - Spring Hill (QLD) - 16 JAN 2025 (Thu-Fri) UOS 3.1 | Send email |
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