CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is a nationally recognised qualification from the Community Services Training Package. It prepares students to support the wellbeing, learning, and development of children in regulated education and care services across Australia.

Our course allows for students to choose the right pathway for their circumstances. Students who prefer the flexibility of remote learning while still receiving full support throughout their studies or those that would like more face to face study time at the training centre. This program has been arranged to allow for the perfect blend of time, learning and practical hands on experience to ensure students are graduating with the skills to step right into the workforce. Statistics indicate that students without adequate support in remote learning often face a high dropout rate.  All pathways include the requirement of one full day each week for the duration of study in a regulated children’s education and care service, either unpaid placement, or in a working capacity. 

The CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care includes a total of 17 units, 15 core units and 2 electives. These units are completed over a total of 42 sessions, along with the placement hours, which are completed over a duration of 42 sessions (approximately 273 hours).

Total: 15 core units + 2 electives
All units include a theory component and practical application.

Single Core Units

• HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety

• HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in and education and care setting

• CHCPRT001 Identify and Respond to children and young people at risk

• CHCECE037 Support children to connect with the natural environment

Clustered Core Units

• Working in Early Childhood

• CHCECE055 Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care

• CHCECE056 Work effectively in children’s education and care

Supporting Children’s Development

• CHCECE036 Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning

• CHCECE038 Observe children to inform practice

• CHECE035 Support the holistic learning and development of children

• CHCECE034 Use an approved learning framework to guide practice

Care and Nurturing

• CHCECE031 Support children’s heath, safety and wellbeing

• CHCECE032 Nurture babies and toddlers

Inclusion and Diversity

• CHECE030 Support inclusion and diversity

• CHCECE054 Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures

Single Electives

• BSBSUS411 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

• HLTFSE001 Follow basic food safety practices

Blended Delivery Class Based

• Full course enrolment

• Combination of Online zoom classes, face to face practical training sessions and workplace practical skills assessment

• Approximate duration 12 months

• Funding available, See Fees for funding information*

Blended Delivery Online Based

• Full course enrolment

• Combination of e-learning, pre-recorded training, face to face practical training sessions and workplace practical skills assessment

• Approximate duration 12 months

• Funding available, See Fees for funding information*

Self Pace Model

• Unit by Unit enrolment

• Combination of e-learning, pre-recorded training, face to face practical training sessions and workplace practical skills assessment

• Fee for Service, see Fees for pricing information*

• Minimum age is 17 years. Students below the age of 16 must enquire to Management prior undertaking the enrolment process.

• Students must complete the Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment and meet entry requirements. Support or a pre-vocational course will be offered if needed.

• Must hold a valid Working With Children Check Apply here

• Must complete Through Their Eyes, Child Safe Environment (Full Day) Certificate, this can be booked HERE or externally via another provider. Must be completed prior to work placement orientation.

Traineeships are available for eligible students employed in an early childhood service.

A training plan will be agreed upon between the student, employer, and CCST, and submitted to Traineeship and Apprenticeship Services (TAS). It outlines:

• The units to be completed

• Training provider and delivery method (on-job/off-job or blended)

• Time and place of training

More info: Australian Apprenticeships

• This course has WorkReady funding available. WorkReady is a South Australian government initiative that brings together funding for training, employment and skills activities. WorkReady is about targeting training and employment opportunities to the needs of people, strategic industries and regions.

  Individuals need to meet course entry requirements and verify their eligibility for enrolment before being enrolled in a government subsidised training place.

• WorkReady Funded Students receive a $600 contribution (eligibility applies) Check eligibility here

• More information on WorkReady is available here.

• No fee concessions or exemptions are offered.

Blended Classroom Based

• Funded Option Upfront Payment

  • $600 reduced fee, book before July 30

• Funded Option Payment Plan

  • $600 reduced fee, book before July 30

  • $150 upfront, weekly payments of XYZ

• Fee for Service - $3,500

  • $1,500 upon enrolment

  • Followed by 4 instalments of $500

Blended Online Based

• Funded Option Upfront Payment

  • $600 reduced fee, book before July 30

• Fee for Service - $3,500

  • $1,500 upon enrolment

  • Followed by 4 instalments of $500

Unit by Unit Enrolment

• Fee for Service

  • $230 per unit