Sydney Catholic Schools
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification provides a pathway to work in early childhood education and caring centres which support the implementation of an approved learning framework and support children’s well-being, learning and development.
Work could be undertaken in a long daycare or after-school care facility, where the student can respond to children through play and learning, promoting the care and safety of children. Possible job titles include childcare worker.
This course may be available as a 480-hour course to undertake the full qualification; or a 240-hour course for a Statement of Attainment towards CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
Delivery mode
Sydney Catholic Schools offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care will prepare you for the following roles.
Childcare Assistant
A Childcare Assistant cares for young children in a group setting such as a childcare centre or an educational program. You might also work in a ho...
Early Childhood Educator
An Early Childhood Educator delivers educational programs for young children in a childcare facility. You might assist other childcare staff to cre...
Family Day Care Educator
A Family Day Care Educator runs a childcare service for children from their own home. You might deliver educational programs and organise activitie...
Room Assistant
A Room Assistant looks after babies and young children at a childcare centre or early learning facility. You’ll supervise children and assist with...
Childcare Worker
A Childcare Worker cares for young children in a group setting such as a childcare centre, family day care or an educational program. You’ll work w...
About Sydney Catholic Schools
Vocational Education and Training (VET) at Sydney Catholic Schools offers applied, work-based learning for students in Years 9 to 12. VET is for all students, enabling them to gain skills and knowledge that paves the way to a world of opportunities. Our graduates are job ready.
