Quick Facts
Course Overview
Advance with our Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, designed for those ready to lead in Australia’s regulated childcare services. This diploma focuses on developing your capability to design and implement curricula within approved frameworks and manage compliance. You’ll gain specialised knowledge, applying theory to practice, and oversee staff and volunteers.
Completing at least 280 hours of practical work in environments such as long day care, family day care, preschools, or kindergartens is crucial, ensuring you’re well-prepared for leadership roles. This hands-on approach enhances your skills, setting a strong foundation for a significant impact in early childhood education.
Career Outlook
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Course Description
Course Delivery
Our Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is available as workplace-based training for individuals enrolled in a traineeship program. This course is delivered by Gateway Training Academy, a Registered Training Organisation (RTO ID: 32305).
Student Resources Provided
Participants can expect the following tailored resources to enhance their learning experience:
- Online access to computers and relevant software to support your learning, applicable for remote or on-site tasks.
- A personalised student training plan, designed to align with individual learning goals and workplace scenarios.
- Direct guidance from dedicated and qualified trainers.
- Specialised assessment tools designed for practical application in the workplace, ensuring an effective learning experience.
Please note, the provision of specific resources will be adapted to suit the workplace-based training environment, ensuring a seamless integration of theoretical knowledge with practical skills
Entry Requirements
This course has no specific academic prerequisites. Students are required to provide a Unique Student Identifier (USI) – assistance available – along with photo identification, and meet the necessary language, literacy, and numeracy standards.
Certification Upon Completion
Successful completion of this qualification results in:
– A Nationally Recognised Certificate & Transcript, or
– A Statement of Attainment for competency in at least one unit.
Course Structure
This program requires you to complete 15 units of competencies: 12 core units and 3 elective units.
Core Units | |
|---|---|
Unit Code | Unit Name |
BSBTWK502 | Manage team effectiveness
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CHCECE041 | Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
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CHCECE042 | Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing
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CHCECE043
| Nurture creativity in children
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CHCECE044 | Facilitate compliance in a children’s education and care service
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CHCECE045 | Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children
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CHCECE046 | Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children
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CHCECE047
| Analyse information to inform children’s learning
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CHCECE048 | Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum
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CHCECE049
| Embed environmental responsibility in service operations
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CHCECE050 | Work in partnership with children’s families
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CHCPRP003
| Reflect on and improve own professional practice
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Elective Units | |
|---|---|
Unit Code | Unit Name |
BSBHRM413 | Support the learning and development of teams and individuals
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BSBOPS502
| Manage business operational plans
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BSBPEF502 | Develop and use emotional intelligence
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Government Subsidies
Smart and Skilled is a New South Wales government initiative that enables eligible students to access affordable, government-subsidised training courses. Gateway Training Academy (RTO Code: 32305) is a Smart and Skilled provider, offering a range of qualifications under this program.
