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CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

National ID CHC50121 State ID BGY6

This diploma will provide you with the skills and knowledge to manage the operation of a child care centre where you would be responsible for planning, implementing and managing programs in early childhood services (0-5 years), in accordance with...

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This course remains FEE FREE in 2024! The course fees are 100 per cent subsidised by the WA State Government for WA residents.

Some eligibility conditions apply for the free training, and other fees may apply for some courses. Please see the FAQs on our Skills Ready page for further information.

^ Please note: Eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training.

This course is eligible for a VET student loan. To see if you're eligible and to find more visit our Student Loans page. 

CampusesGeraldton. Northam. Kalgoorlie.

When Semester 1, 2024. Available all year round.

Study Mode On campus. Online. Online and on campus. Workplace.

This diploma will provide you with the skills and knowledge to manage the operation of a child care centre where you would be responsible for planning, implementing and managing programs in early childhood services (0-5 years), in accordance with licensing, accreditation and duty of care requirements. You would also supervise staff and volunteers.

During this course you will learn to provide care and meet the social, emotional, physical and educational needs of infants and young children in various care settings.

As part of this qualification you will undertake ongoing work placement where you will be able to apply the skills and knowledge you have learned. You will work closely with children from different backgrounds and cultures and provide care and support for them.

You will gain skills in:

  • Ethical work practices and legal requirements of the industry
  • Advanced skills in:
    • Care routines
    • Working with families
    • Observing and recording children's behaviour
    • Working with culturally diverse clients
    • Managing safety in the workplace.

Important information

Select your preferred campus and apply

Available all year round, 2024

Details

When Available all year round, 2024
Where Geraldton
How Self Paced External

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete fifteen (15) units of competence, comprising twelve (12) core and three (3) elective units selected from the options provided below. 

For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children's education and care service $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children's learning $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE048 Plan and implement children's education and care curriculum $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children's families $0.00 $0.00
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice $0.00 $0.00

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
Develop and use emotional intelligence
$0.00 $0.00
Manage meetings
$0.00 $0.00
Develop and implement policy
$0.00 $0.00

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

Details

Duration 6 Months
When Available all year round, 2024
Where Kalgoorlie
How Self Paced Onsite

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete fifteen (15) units of competence, comprising twelve (12) core and three (3) elective units selected from the options provided below. 

For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness $0.00 $18.51
CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children $0.00 $18.51
CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing $0.00 $18.51
CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children $0.00 $18.51
CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children's education and care service $0.00 $18.51
CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children $0.00 $18.51
CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children $0.00 $18.51
CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children's learning $0.00 $18.51
CHCECE048 Plan and implement children's education and care curriculum $0.00 $18.51
CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations $0.00 $18.51
CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children's families $0.00 $18.51
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice $0.00 $18.51

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
Establish innovative work environments
$0.00 $18.51
Manage meetings
$0.00 $18.51
Develop and implement policy
$0.00 $18.51

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

Details

Duration 6 Months
When Available all year round, 2024
Where Northam
How Self Paced Onsite

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete fifteen (15) units of competence, comprising twelve (12) core and three (3) elective units selected from the options provided below. 

For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children's education and care service $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children's learning $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE048 Plan and implement children's education and care curriculum $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children's families $0.00 $0.00
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice $0.00 $0.00

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
Develop and use emotional intelligence
$0.00 $0.00
Manage meetings
$0.00 $0.00
Develop and implement policy
$0.00 $0.00

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

Details

Duration 12 Months
When Available all year round, 2024
Where Geraldton
How Traineeship

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children's education and care service $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children's learning $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE048 Plan and implement children's education and care curriculum $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations $0.00 $0.00
CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children's families $0.00 $0.00
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice $0.00 $0.00

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
Develop and use emotional intelligence
$0.00 $0.00
Manage meetings
$0.00 $0.00
Develop and implement policy
$0.00 $0.00

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

Semester 1, 2024

Details

Duration 1 Year
When Semester 1, 2024
Where Geraldton
How Classroom

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete fifteen (15) units of competence, comprising twelve (12) core and three (3) elective units selected from the options provided below. 

For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness $0.00 $18.70
CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children $0.00 $5.78
CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing $0.00 $25.82
CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children $0.00 $9.02
CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children's education and care service $0.00 $12.05
CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children $0.00 $7.93
CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children $0.00 $7.93
CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children's learning $0.00 $7.93
CHCECE048 Plan and implement children's education and care curriculum $0.00 $18.70
CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations $0.00 $7.93
CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children's families $0.00 $7.93
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice $0.00 $0.00

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
Develop and use emotional intelligence
$0.00 $17.41
Manage meetings
$0.00 $10.10
Develop and implement policy
$0.00 $9.02

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

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