Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Course Overview
CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is the most current diploma qualification in child care and children’s services. Take your career in child care to the next level with this accredited diploma qualification, recognised in any state or territory of Australia. Child care is a rewarding career choice, and the CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), meaning that your diploma will demonstrate to potential employers that you have achieved a certain level of training and study.
Course Structure
The diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care requires the successful completion of 15 units comprised of twelve (12) core units and three (3) Elective Units selected from the listing in the packaging specification as specified in the Community Services Training Package.
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Academic Entry Requirements | Have satisfactorily completed CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. |
| Minimum Age to Apply | The Learner must be 18 years or over. |
| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | IELTS score of 5.5 or higher or it's equivalent to show English Language proficiency. |
Career Opportunities
Successful completion of this course may enable you to work as a:
- Early Childhood Educator
- Child Development Worker
- Early Childhood Team leader
- Children’s Services Director/Manager
- Coordinator in Early Childhood and Education Setting
- In-Home care Educator
- Playgroup Supervisor
- Family Day Care Educator
- Program Leader in Children’s Services
- Children’s Adviser
Internship or Work Placements
Includes 280 hours of work placements.