South West TAFE

CHC50121

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This qualification reflects the role of early childhood educators who are responsible for designing, implementing and monitoring curriculum in early childhood education and care services, with an emphasis on play-based learning.

You will learn to be a lead educator, who implements an approved learning framework within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standards.

Delivery mode

South West TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.

Work Placement

Complete mandatory hands-on training in a workplace setting.

Locations
  • 193/197-205 Timor Street Warrnambool, VIC
  • 154 Hurd Street Portland, VIC
  • 200 Ballarat Road Hamilton, VIC

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • Completed Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent qualifications
You must provide evidence of completion of the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30121 or CHC30113), be at least 18 years old, provide a current Working with Children Check and obtain a police check. Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $8,810 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
VIC
  • VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with South West TAFE 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 now.

For more information about this course and payment options, please enquire with South West TAFE.
Study mode Blended
Duration 15 Months
Estimated fee* $8,810 $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

Centre Director

A Centre Director manages the daily operations of early childhood centres, overseeing staff, compliance, curriculum, safety, and budgets.

Th...

Avg yearly income $69,992
Entry barriers Low

Preschool Assistant

A Centre Director manages early childhood centres, overseeing staff, compliance, curriculum, safety, and resources.

Avg yearly income $58,240
Entry barriers Low

About South West TAFE

As the number 1 education and training provider in south-west Victoria, SWTAFE offers practical and inspiring teaching that prepares students for in-demand jobs now and into the future. Our focus is on delivering courses that give our graduates the skills they need to thrive in their chosen careers.

Operating since 1995
Legal name South West Institute of TAFE
RTO code 3120