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Course Overview

Step into senior roles shaping children’s learning and wellbeing. The CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care equips you to design, implement, and evaluate curriculum under the National Quality Framework (NQF), lead teams, and ensure safe, inclusive, play‑based environments. Build capability in observation and assessment, planning for holistic development, compliance with regulations, working with families and communities, and leading continuous improvement across services.

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Who it's for
  • Educators ready to advance from Certificate III into room leader/educational leader roles
  • Career changers seeking a nationally recognised pathway into early childhood education
  • School leavers with passion for children’s learning who meet entry prerequisites
  • Educators aiming for leadership, mentoring, and compliance responsibilities
  • Pathway learners planning further study (e.g., Bachelor of Early Childhood Education/Teaching)

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Careers
  • Lead Educator/Room Leader
  • Educational Leader
  • Early Childhood Educator (Diploma)
  • Kindergarten/Preschool Assistant (Diploma)
  • Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) Supervisor/Coordinator
Course Outcome

A nationally recognised CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Study Options:

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On-Campus
Campus
Campus
Campus

WA

Armadale

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

CHC50125
CHC50125 - ARMADALE
Next enrolment:
Next Intake Date
Duration:
52 Weeks
Delivery Method
Not Available
On-Campus
Location:
Armadale
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Upcoming Intakes

Text Link
https://enrol.strategix.edu.au

Intake Overview

Details
Qualification:
Diploma
Nominal Duration:
52 Weeks
Attendance:
2 Days / Week
Delivery Method
On-Campus
Expected Schedule:
Rolling Intakes
Fees
Full Fee
$
13500
Non Concession
$
0
Fee Free
Concession
$
0
Fee Free
Onshore
$
0
Fee Free
Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions

Additional Information

Please check the enrolment information at the bottom of this page to view the pre-requisites for this course.

Funding & Payment Support

You may be eligable for funding:
Fee Free (Western Australia)
WA
FREE Nationally Accredited Training
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Campus
On-Campus
Campus
Campus
Campus

WA

Rockingham

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

CHC50125
CHC50125 - ROCKINGHAM
Next enrolment:
Next Intake Date
Duration:
52 Weeks
Delivery Method
Not Available
On-Campus
Location:
Rockingham
Next Intakes
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Upcoming Intakes

Text Link
https://enrol.strategix.edu.au

Intake Overview

Details
Qualification:
Diploma
Nominal Duration:
52 Weeks
Attendance:
2 Days / Week
Delivery Method
On-Campus
Expected Schedule:
Rolling Intakes
Fees
Full Fee
$
13500
Non Concession
$
0
Fee Free
Concession
$
0
Fee Free
Onshore
$
0
Fee Free
Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions

Additional Information

Please check the enrolment information at the bottom of this page to view the pre-requisites for this course.

Funding & Payment Support

You may be eligable for funding:
Fee Free (Western Australia)
WA
FREE Nationally Accredited Training
Learn More
Campus
On-Campus
Campus
Campus
Campus

QLD

Brisbane

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

CHC50125
CHC50125 - BRISBANE CITY
Next enrolment:
Next Intake Date
Duration:
52 Weeks
Delivery Method
Not Available
On-Campus
Location:
Brisbane
Next Intakes
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Upcoming Intakes

Text Link
https://enrol.strategix.edu.au

Intake Overview

Details
Qualification:
Diploma
Nominal Duration:
52 Weeks
Attendance:
2 Days / Week
Delivery Method
On-Campus
Expected Schedule:
Rolling Intakes
Fees
Full Fee
$
13500
Non Concession
$
6318
Fee Free
Concession
$
4779
Fee Free
Onshore
$
4779
Fee Free
Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions

Additional Information

Concession and non-concession prices apply to students who are eligible for Career Boost funding. Please see the Career Boost funding page for more information on eligible, or contact us and we can check your eligibility.

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Please check the enrolment information at the bottom of this page to view the pre-requisites for this course.

Funding & Payment Support

You may be eligable for funding:
Career Boost
QLD
Certificate IV and subsidised Skill Set training for Queenslanders
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Campus
On-Campus
International
International
International

QLD

Brisbane

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

CHC50125
CHC50125 - INTERNATIONAL
Next enrolment:
Next Intake Date
Duration:
75 Weeks
Delivery Method
Not Available
On-Campus
Location:
Brisbane
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Text Link
https://enrol.strategix.edu.au/international

Intake Overview

Details
Qualification:
Diploma
Nominal Duration:
75 Weeks
Attendance:
2 Days / Week
Delivery Method
On-Campus
Expected Schedule:
Rolling Intakes
Fees
Full Fee
$
16500
Non Concession
$
Fee Free
Concession
$
14550
Fee Free
Onshore
$
14550
Fee Free
Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions

Additional Information

Please check the enrolment information at the bottom of this page to view the pre-requisites for this course.

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Funding & Payment Support

You may be eligable for funding:
Funding options may apply to this course. To learn more about funding please explore our funding page.
International
Workplace
Workplace
Workplace
Workplace

QLD

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

CHC50125
CHC50125- QLD - WORKPLACE
Next enrolment:
Next Intake Date
Duration:
12 Months
Delivery Method
Not Available
Workplace
Location:
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Text Link
https://strategix.edu.au/contact

Intake Overview

Details
Qualification:
Diploma
Nominal Duration:
12 Months
Attendance:
Monthly visits
Delivery Method
Workplace
Expected Schedule:
Upon Request
Fees
Full Fee
$
13500
Non Concession
$
2124.8
Fee Free
Concession
$
849.92
Fee Free
Onshore
$
849.92
Fee Free
Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions

Additional Information

This delivery mode is for experienced educators who are already working a regulated education and care service and are seeking to advance their knowledge and responsibilities. The course is delivered using a blended learning model allowing students to complete their theory online while gaining practical skills on the job with ongoing mentoring and support with monthly visits from a Strategix Trainer and Assessor. This delivery model allows you to apply learning in the workplace and strengthen your capabilities as an early childhood professional with minimal down time.

Employers and trainers are supported in applying for the financial incentives available from the Australian Government, including:

Trainee incentives

  • Up to $1,250 paid in two instalments over 12 months

Employer incentives

  • Up to $2,500 paid in two instalments over 12 months
  • Traineeship wages may be exempt from payroll tax
  • Employers may also be eligible for payroll tax rebate

If you’re currently employed in an Early Childhood Centre within the Brisbane/Gold Coast region and interested in enrolling in this qualification, please get in touch with us. We’ll arrange a quick suitability and funding eligibility assessment before you proceed with enrolment.

If you're not currently employed in the sector, please look at one of our Brisbane based study options for enrolment dates for this course.

Funding & Payment Support

You may be eligable for funding:
Career Boost
QLD
Certificate IV and subsidised Skill Set training for Queenslanders
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Workplace

What you will study

You’ll deepen practice from educator to leader—translating approved frameworks into rich, play-based programs that nurture identity, wellbeing, and inclusion. Through observation and assessment, you plan next steps, document learning, and partner with families and professionals. You embed safety and child protection, coach colleagues, and drive quality improvement aligned to the National Quality Standard.

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Enrolment Info

Necessary documents:

You’ll need to provide valid photo ID (such as a driver’s licence or passport), your Medicare card, and any relevant education or qualification documents.

If you’re applying for government funding, additional documentation may be required. Our team will guide you through what’s needed.

You also need to demonstrate:
  • A genuine interest in supporting children’s learning and wellbeing
  • Ability to obtain a Working with Children Check (and relevant clearances)
  • Language, literacy and numeracy suitable for vocational study and workplace communication
  • Up-to-date immunisations may be required by some services
Work placement:
  • A supervised vocational placement in an approved early childhood service helps you consolidate skills, build your resume, and make industry connections. You’ll apply theory in practice, from program planning to day-to-day care routines. The minimum number of placement hours required is 280 hours. Placement can be completed in voluntary or paid positions within registered Early Childhood centres.
Pre-requisites:

Before commencing this qualification, students must meet one of the following pre-requisites

  • CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care OR
  • CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

Alternatively, individuals may hold:

  • An Australian diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care OR
  • Hold the CHCSS00147 Entry into Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care OR
  • An Australian diploma or certificate III in Children’s Services AND
  • Demonstrate at least 12 months of cumulative employment (full-time equivalent) within the last 5 years in a regulated education and care service in Australia, supported by verifiable evidence.
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