This qualification reflects the role of workers in a range of early childhood education settings who work within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard. They support the implementation of an approved learning framework, and support children’s well being, learning and development. Depending on the setting, educators may work under direct supervision or autonomously.
KEY INFORMATION |
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| Duration | 52 weeks including holidays & 160 hours of work placement |
| AQF Level | 3 |
| Course Delivery | Face-to-Face |
This qualification consists of 17 units of competency that is made up of 15 core units and 2 elective units
All students enrolled in this qualification are required to undertake work placement. Work placement provides the student with the opportunity to put into practice the skills learned in the classroom. Work placement requirements will be discussed during Student Orientation.
AHSI will organise the work placement opportunities for students and where possible in organisations located close to their address. Should a student wish to change the work placement provider, they will need AHSI suitability approval and this can only take place after AHSI has assessed that organisation and signed a contract with the new provider.
| CHCECE030 | Support inclusion and diversity |
| CHCECE031 | Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing |
| CHCECE032 | Provide care for babies and toddlers |
| CHCECE033 | Develop positive and respectful relationships with children |
| CHCECE034 | Use an approved learning framework to guide practice |
| CHCECE035 | Support the holistic learning and development of children |
| CHCECE036 | Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning |
| CHCECE038 | Observe children to inform practice |
| CHCECE054 | Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures |
| CHCECE055 | Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care |
| CHCECE056 | Work effectively in children’s education and care |
| CHCPRT001 | Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety |
| HLTAID012 | Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting |
| CHCECE037 | Support children to connect with the natural environment |
| CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
Possible career opportunities relevant to this qualification include:
This qualification provides a pathway for students to continue their studies and enhance their skills through CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.
Australian Health and Science Institute
ABN 18 113 249 175
Level 1, 130 Main St, Blacktown NSW 2148, Australia
Phone: +61-2-8806 6777
Email: info@ahsi.edu.au
