This course is intended for people seeking to work in the early childhood education and care sector. It provides the skills and knowledge required to assist in the design and implementation of the curriculum and care programs, in early childhood education and care services. It will supply all the necessary understanding of how to work with learning frameworks so that upon implementation, they meet the requirements of the education and care services National Regulations and the National Quality Standards. On completion of this course you will be capable of providing quality education and care for the social, emotional, physical and learning needs of infants and young children.
Early Childhood Educator.
Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care.
Classroom and Workplace - Training will be delivered both on site at SuniTAFE and in the workplace. Blended - Training will be delivered both on site at SuniTAFE and online. Online - Training will be delivered online.
Applicants are required to undertake a Pre-Training Review to help confirm the course is suitable. Applicants must be willing to provide a Working with Children Check prior to undertaking placement and are responsible for all costs associated. Applicants must be willing to provide proof of their up-to-date immunisation status including Covid-19 to employers to undertake practical placement, if requested. Applicants must be at least 18 years old prior to course commencement. Applicants must have access to a computer and the internet.
10 Months
| Code | Unit Name | Hours | Material |
| CHCECE030 | Support inclusion and diversity | 63 | $0.00 |
| CHCECE031 | Support children's health, safety and wellbeing | 160 | $0.00 |
| CHCECE032 | Nurture babies and toddlers | 108 | $0.00 |
| CHCECE033 | Develop positive and respectful relationships with children | 100 | $0.00 |
| CHCECE034 | Use an approved learning framework to guide practice | 80 | $0.00 |
| CHCECE035 | Support the holistic learning and development of children | 100 | $0.00 |
| CHCECE036 | Provide experiences to support children's play and learning | 75 | $0.00 |
| CHCECE037 | Support children to connect with the natural environment | 50 | $0.00 |
| CHCECE038 | Observe children to inform practice | 40 | $0.00 |
| CHCECE054 | Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures | 55 | $0.00 |
| CHCECE055 | Meet legal and ethical obligations in children's education and care | 60 | $0.00 |
| CHCECE056 | Work effectively in children's education and care | 65 | $0.00 |
| CHCPRT001 | Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | 40 | $0.00 |
| HLTAID012 | Provide First Aid in an education and care setting | 22 | $0.00 |
| HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety | 20 | $0.00 |
| Code | Unit Name | Hours | Material |
| BSBPEF403 | Lead personal development | 40 | $0.00 |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | 40 | $0.00 |
| 2024 | |
| Government Subsidised | $6,708 |
| Traineeship | $3,689 |
| Traineeship Concession | $0 |
| Self-Funded | $6,708 |
| Intake | Campus | Course Details |
| 2024 Ongoing Enrolment | Swan Hill Campus | Full Time, Full Year, Trainee |
| 2024 Ongoing Enrolment | Swan Hill Campus | Part Time, Full Year, Sector Online Workshops, Fortnightly Wednesday Night 4-7pm |
| 2024 January | Swan Hill Campus | Full Time, Blended, Full Year, Monday - Wednesday, 9.15am - 3.15pm |
| 2024 Ongoing Enrolment | Mildura Campus | Part Time, Full Year, Sector Online Workshops, Fortnightly Wednesday Night 4-7pm |
| 2024 January | Mildura Campus | Full Time, Blended, Full Year, Monday - Wednesdsay, 9.15am - 3.15pm |
| 2024 January | Mildura Campus | International, , Full Time, Classroom, Full Year, Monday - Wednesday, 9.15am - 3.15pm |
| 2024 Ongoing Enrolment | Mildura Campus | Full Time, Full Year, Trainee |
| 2024 February | Swan Hill Campus | Part Time, Classroom, Full Year, VET Delivery to Secondary Students |
| 2024 February | Mildura Campus | Part Time, Classroom, Full Year, VET Delivery to Secondary Students |
