Southern Solutions Training
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Educators at this level are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum that meets the requirements of an approved learning framework, and for maintaining compliance in other areas of service operators.
This qualification delivered by Southern Solutions Training Services (RTO 40902) provides a deeper understanding of child development, curriculum planning, and leadership, equipping graduates to take on more senior roles such as lead educator or centre manager.
With a diploma, individuals can make a greater impact on children's learning and wellbeing, while also expanding their career opportunities and earning potential.
Delivery mode
Southern Solutions Training offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Work Placement
280 hoursDelivered via live virtual workshops with flexible timetables. Includes a mandatory minimum of 280 hours of work placement.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- A current Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Course fees
- SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- Traineeship: $0
- Concession: $240
- Non-traineeship (SA): $644*
- Non-traineeship (NSW): from $4,420**
- First Nations or long-term unemployed (NSW): $1,755
*The listed fee applies to South Australian (SA) students who are eligible for government funding. Please contact us for details about your individual situation.
**The NSW non-traineeship fee is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary depending on factors such as prior funded training.
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...
Centre Director
A Centre Director manages the daily operations of early childhood centres, overseeing staff, compliance, curriculum, safety, and budgets.
Th...
Preschool Assistant
A Centre Director manages early childhood centres, overseeing staff, compliance, curriculum, safety, and resources.
