Build the practical skills to support children’s learning, development, safety and wellbeing.
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Build the practical skills to support children’s learning, development, safety and wellbeing.
Not sure where to start? Call us: 02 85998866 or +61 4 13158985 (WhatsApp) or Speak with the Team
The CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care prepares you to support children’s learning, development, health, safety and wellbeing in regulated education and care environments.
You will develop practical skills in building positive relationships with children, planning play-based experiences, supporting inclusion and diversity, applying approved learning frameworks and meeting legal and ethical responsibilities.
The course combines classroom learning, online study, practical simulations and a minimum of 160 hours of supervised vocational placement in an approved early childhood education and care service.
To enrol, you must:
To successfully complete this course, you’ll need to:
South Sydney College may assess individual learning and support needs before enrolment and arrange suitable assistance where required.
All units are delivered across four study terms. The delivery schedule allows students to commence at different scheduled intakes while progressively developing the knowledge and practical skills required for vocational placement and employment.
| Core Units (15) | Description |
|---|---|
| CHCECE030 – Support inclusion and diversity | Promote inclusive practices that respect the individual needs, cultures, identities and backgrounds of children and families. |
| CHCECE031 – Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing | Apply practices that protect and promote children’s health, safety, nutrition and overall wellbeing. |
| CHCECE032 – Nurture babies and toddlers | Provide responsive, respectful and developmentally appropriate care for babies and toddlers. |
| CHCECE033 – Develop positive and respectful relationships with children | Build secure, supportive relationships and guide children’s behaviour through positive interactions. |
| CHCECE034 – Use an approved learning framework to guide practice | Apply an approved learning framework when supporting children’s learning and development. |
| CHCECE035 – Support the holistic learning and development of children | Support children’s physical, social, emotional, cognitive and communication development. |
| CHCECE036 – Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning | Plan and support engaging play experiences that encourage exploration, creativity and learning. |
| CHCECE037 – Support children to connect with the natural environment | Create opportunities for children to explore nature and develop environmentally responsible practices. |
| CHCECE038 – Observe children to inform practice | Observe and document children’s interests, strengths and development to guide educational practice. |
| CHCECE054 – Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures | Support respectful awareness and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and perspectives. |
| CHCECE055 – Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care | Apply the legislation, regulations, standards and ethical responsibilities relevant to education and care services. |
| CHCECE056 – Work effectively in children’s education and care | Work collaboratively and professionally within an early childhood education and care environment. |
| CHCPRT001 – Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | Recognise indicators of harm or risk and respond according to legal and organisational requirements. |
| HLTAID012 – Provide First Aid in an education and care setting | Provide first aid and respond to emergencies involving children, infants and adults in education and care settings. |
| HLTWHS001 – Participate in workplace health and safety | Follow workplace health and safety procedures and contribute to maintaining a safe environment. |
| Core Units (3) | Description |
|---|---|
| CHCECE030 – Support inclusion and diversity | Promote inclusive practices that respect the individual needs, cultures, identities and backgrounds of children and families. |
| CHCECE031 – Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing | Apply practices that protect and promote children’s health, safety, nutrition and overall wellbeing. |
| CHCECE032 – Nurture babies and toddlers | Provide responsive, respectful and developmentally appropriate care for babies and toddlers. |
| CHCECE033 – Develop positive and respectful relationships with children | Build secure, supportive relationships and guide children’s behaviour through positive interactions. |
| CHCECE034 – Use an approved learning framework to guide practice | Apply an approved learning framework when supporting children’s learning and development. |
| CHCECE035 – Support the holistic learning and development of children | Support children’s physical, social, emotional, cognitive and communication development. |
| CHCECE036 – Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning | Plan and support engaging play experiences that encourage exploration, creativity and learning. |
| CHCECE037 – Support children to connect with the natural environment | Create opportunities for children to explore nature and develop environmentally responsible practices. |
| CHCECE038 – Observe children to inform practice | Observe and document children’s interests, strengths and development to guide educational practice. |
| CHCECE054 – Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures | Support respectful awareness and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and perspectives. |
| CHCECE055 – Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care | Apply the legislation, regulations, standards and ethical responsibilities relevant to education and care services. |
| CHCECE056 – Work effectively in children’s education and care | Work collaboratively and professionally within an early childhood education and care environment. |
| CHCPRT001 – Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | Recognise indicators of harm or risk and respond according to legal and organisational requirements. |
| HLTAID012 – Provide First Aid in an education and care setting | Provide first aid and respond to emergencies involving children, infants and adults in education and care settings. |
| HLTWHS001 – Participate in workplace health and safety | Follow workplace health and safety procedures and contribute to maintaining a safe environment. |
| Elective Units (2) | Description |
|---|---|
| CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people | Communicate and work respectfully with people from diverse social and cultural backgrounds. |
| CHCPRP003 – Reflect on and improve own professional practice | Review your performance, seek feedback and identify opportunities for ongoing professional development. |
Support children’s health, safety, nutrition and wellbeing
Build positive and respectful relationships with children
Nurture babies and toddlers using responsive care practices
Support children’s holistic learning and development
Plan play-based experiences that encourage learning and exploration
Apply approved early childhood learning frameworks
Observe and document children’s development, interests and strengths
Promote inclusion, diversity and cultural safety
Support children to connect with nature and the environment
Meet legal, ethical and regulatory responsibilities
Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
Apply workplace health and safety practices
Provide first aid in an education and care setting
Work effectively with educators, families and other professionals
Reflect on and improve professional practice
Duration: 52 weeks (including breaks)
Study Load: Approx. 30 hours per week, including 15 hours of face-to-face classes and tutorials, 5 hours of online or self-paced learning, and 10 hours of homework and independent study. Additional coaching is available by appointment.
Work Placement: Minimum 160 hours in an approved early childhood education and care service
Face-to-Face Classes: Delivered at the Burwood campus
Online learning: Self-paced learning activities completed via the LMS
Trainer support: Ongoing guidance, feedback, and coaching from qualified trainers
Assessments: Written assessments, case studies, projects, simulations and observed practical tasks
Training: Supervised vocational placement, workplace observations and placement evidence
Students with previous study or relevant work experience may be eligible to have their existing skills recognised or receive credit for equivalent units, allowing for faster course completion.
Applications for RPL or Credit Transfer are assessed individually to ensure your experience or prior qualifications meet the required competency standards.
International students seeking practical skills for entry-level roles in early childhood education and care, including long day care, preschool, family day care and outside school hours care settings.
We provide the tools, equipment, and learning materials you need to succeed in your studies and future career.
This qualification prepares graduates for entry-level roles in regulated early childhood education and care services. Potential occupational outcomes include:
Graduates may progress to:
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