Kangan Institute
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Passionate about childcare and early childhood development? The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC50113) 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.
Graduates of the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30113) are eligible to apply for this diploma.
Delivery mode
Kangan Institute offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Work Placement
300 hours- 59 Pearcedale Parade, Broadmeadows, VIC
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- Completed Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent qualifications
Course fees
- VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
About Kangan Institute
With more than 30,000 enrolments each year, Kangan Institute is a major training provider for the automotive, health and nursing sectors and indigenous education. We also have a strong presence in a range of industries such as fashion, business as well as justice and legal.
