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Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care Course Code CHC50125

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  • Full Time
  • 1 year
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  • Mixed Delivery
  • On Campus
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  • Glen Waverley

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Course Overview

The CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care develops the skills and knowledge to work as an early childhood educator and leader in education and care services. You'll learn how to design, implement and evaluate educational programs that support children's learning, development and wellbeing while creating safe, inclusive and engaging learning environments.<p><p>Through practical learning and industry placement, you'll build skills in leading and mentoring educators, supporting children and families, and coordinating the delivery of early childhood education and care programs.</p><p><p>The qualification can support progression into roles such as Room Leader, Educational Leader, Coordinator or Early Childhood Service Director.</p>

Career Opportunities

  • early childhood educator
  • out of school hours educator or coordinator
  • family day care operator
  • team, group or program leader
  • educational leader
  • early childhood service director or coordinator

Pathway to further studies

  • CHC62015 Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management
  • Bachelor of Early Childhood Teaching
  • <a href="https://www.holmesglen.edu.au/explore-courses/english-education-and-teacher-training/early-childhood-education/higher-education/bachelor-of-early-childhood-education">Bachelor of Early Childhood Education</a>

Studying the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care at Holmesglen

Study the CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care at Holmesglen's <a href="https://www.holmesglen.edu.au/about-us/campuses/glen-waverley">Glen Waverley campus</a>, where you'll learn in purpose-designed early childhood facilities that reflect real education and care environments.<p>Through practical activities, you'll have opportunities to apply classroom theory and develop your communication, leadership, planning and professional practice when working with children, families and other educators.<p>You'll be supported by experienced Holmesglen teachers with industry knowledge, with guidance and feedback throughout your studies. Your industry placement in registered education and care services provides further opportunities to apply your learning in real workplace settings and build experience within the early childhood sector.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for this course, you must be at least 18 years of age at the time the course commences and meet one of the following entry pathways:<br>• Hold the CHC30125, CHC30121 or CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care <br>• Hold another Australian Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or a Diploma or Certificate III in Children's Services, and have at least 12 months of cumulative employment within the past five years in a regulated education and care service in Australia, supported by verifiable evidence <br>• Hold the CHCSS00147 Entry into Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care skill set <p><strong>Practical placement requirements</strong><br>You must be able to participate in and successfully complete the assessable industry placement requirements of the course.<br>A current Working with Children Check is required for placement. Some industry placement providers may also require a current Police Check.<p><strong>Physical requirements</strong><br>You must have the physical capacity to safely undertake the practical and placement requirements of the course.
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

TimeTable

The CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is structured across four days per week, comprising:<br>• Two days of classes per week <br>• Two days of structured practical placement per week <br>Classes run from 9.00am to 4.00pm and may be scheduled from Monday to Friday.<p><strong>Practical placement</strong><br>You must complete a total of 300 hours of practical placement in a registered early childhood education and care service. Placement is generally undertaken over two 7.5-hour days per week.<br>Placement start and finish times will vary according to the service and may be scheduled between 6.30am and 6.30pm.<br>This structure allows you to connect your classroom learning with practical experience throughout the course, applying your knowledge in real early childhood education and care environments.<p><strong>Units of competency</strong><br>To achieve this qualification, you must successfully complete 15 units of competency: 12 core units and 3 elective units.<br>Elective units have been selected by Holmesglen based on industry feedback, with units structured into clusters to support integrated learning and assessment.<p><strong>Previously completed units</strong><br>If you have already completed eligible units of competency, they may be counted towards this qualification, subject to Holmesglen's credit transfer requirements.
Unit code Unit name
CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children's learning
CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing
CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children
CHCECE048 Plan and implement children's education and care curriculum
CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children
CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children
CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children's education and care service
CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations
BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children's families
Unit code Unit name
BSBHRM413 Support the learning and development of teams and individuals
BSBPEF502 Develop and use emotional intelligence
CHCECE053 Respond to grievances and complaints about the service

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

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Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

On completion, you will attain the CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.

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Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
Full Fee $16,294
Government subsidised $10,433
Free TAFE eligible student FREE
Mandatory Non-Tuition Fees Cost
Materials fee $415
General Services Fee $85 Per Semester

The General Services Fee (GSF) at Holmesglen is a mandatory annual fee applicable to all students enrolled in Certificate I through Advanced Diploma courses. This fee supports various student services such as counselling, welfare support, and learning assistance provided by our dedicated student support and wellbeing teams. For more details on the GSF and its specific allocations, please visit the <a title=" General Services Fee page" href="/current-students/course-resources/fees-and-payments/General-Services-Fee.html">General Services Fee (GSF) page</a>.

Additional Course Cost

Up to $30 for external accreditation of Safe Sleeping Certificate (SIDS) (optional). <br>Up to $90 for a Victorian Police Check.

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. <a href="/study-with-us/tafe-study/tafe-fees-and-funding">Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession. </a>

 

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