Inspire young minds and lead with confidence

 

This nationally recognised diploma equips you with the skills to design, implement and manage early childhood programs. Learn how to support children's development, lead a team of educators, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Whether you're stepping into leadership or deepening your impact, this course prepares you for a rewarding career in early childhood education.

KEY INFORMATION

Course

Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care

Course Code

CHC50125

CRICOS Code

118186E

Course Duration

56 Weeks 

Study Mode

Face to Face and virtual

Study Load

Full-time (20 hours per week)

Delivery Campuses

Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane

Age Requirement

18 years and above

Academic Requirement

Students must have successfully completed Australian Year 10 or overseas equivalent to Australian Year 10

English Proficiency Requirement

All students must have a minimum English language proficiency of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Successful completion at an appropriate level of a Greenwich English course or placement test also accepted

Intakes
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Guaranteed Work Placement
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Practice in purpose-built childcare labs

Who is this course for?

  • Ideal for educators ready to take the next step in Early Childhood Education

  • Suitable for those seeking leadership or supervisory roles in childcare settings

  • Perfect for professionals wanting to deepen their understanding of child development and curriculum planning

  • Great for individuals looking to progress from Certificate III into more advanced career opportunities

  • Designed for those wanting practical skills in leadership, compliance and centre operations

  • Suitable for students aiming to become Lead Educators, Coordinators or Centre Managers

  • Ideal for those seeking a long-term career pathway in Australia’s growing childcare sector

Career Outcomes

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Lead Childcare Centre Educator

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Centre Manager or Coordinator

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Family Day Care Educator

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Kindergarten or Preschool Assistant

What you will learn


  • BSBTWK502 - Manage team effectiveness (Core)

  • CHCECE041 - Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children (Core)

  • CHCECE042 - Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing (Core)

  • CHCECE043 - Nurture creativity in children (Core)

  • CHCECE044 - Facilitate compliance in an education and care service (Core)

  • CHCECE035 - Support the holistic learning and development of children (Core)

  • CHCECE045 - Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children (Core)

  • CHCECE046 - Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children (Core)

  • CHCECE047 - Analyse information to inform children’s learning (Core)
  •  CHCECE048 - Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum (Core)

  • CHCECE049 - Embed environmental responsibility in service operations (Core)

  • CHCECE050 - Work in partnership with children’s families (Core)

  • CHCPRP003 - Reflect on and improve own professional practice (Core)

  • CHCMGT003 - Lead the work team (Elective)

  • BSBPEF502 - Develop and use emotional intelligence (Elective)

  • BSBHRM413 - Support the learning and development of teams and individuals (Elective)