The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC50121) is designed to prepare students for a successful career in the teaching and care of infants and young children. You will learn how to plan and implement quality early childhood education programs to help children best meet their developmental needs. This early childhood education course is one of three TAFE childcare courses available at Kangan Institute, and teaches a range of skills in early childhood education, including how to work with children from infants to eight years of age. You will study effective teamwork and leadership during this 18 month diploma, graduating with the skills required to become an early childhood teacher, nanny, kindergarten teacher, or an after-school program facilitator.