Australian Institute of Early Childhood Studies

CHC50121

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

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Contact a Group Training Organisation (GTO) such as MEGT, Apprenticeship Support Australia, or MAS National for guidance and placement opportunities .

This qualification reflects the role of early childhood educators who are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum in early childhood education and care services. In doing so they work to implement an approved learning framework within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard. They may have responsibility for supervision of volunteers or other staff.

Delivery mode

Australian Institute of Early Childhood Studies offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Apprenticeship

Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.

Work Placement

A minimum of 280 hours of workplace experience is required for the whole of the CHC50121, however students will more than likely complete more than 280 hours in total.  

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Hold a CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $2,077 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
QLD
  • QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with Australian Institute of Early Childhood Studies to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
For more information about this course and payment options, please enquire with Australian Institute of Early Childhood Studies.
Study mode Apprenticeship
Duration 24 Months
Estimated fee* $2,077 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care will prepare you for the following roles.

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...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

Lead Educator

A Lead Educator cares for young children and babies in a childcare centre. You’ll prepare educational programs and organise activities that nurture...

Avg yearly income $72,800
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $72,800
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $57,200
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $57,200
Entry barriers Low

About Australian Institute of Early Childhood Studies

For over 15 years, AIECS have offered and delivered a range of nationally recognised courses specialising in Early Childhood qualifications, professional development training and food safety. The college is state of the art with its purpose built training rooms, resource facilities and professionally qualified Trainers.

Operating since 2002
Legal name Queensland Child Care Service Pty Ltd
RTO code 30693