CHC50121 | 109290B
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Progress your career in Early Childhood Education and Care with this advanced qualification and gain the specialised skills and knowledge needed to work as an early childhood educator or centre director.
Course overview
Take the next step in your Early Childhood Education and Care career with this advanced qualification. This course is perfect for people who are already working in early childhood education and care, and want to progress their career as an educator or centre director.
The demand for diploma-trained early childhood staff has risen strongly over the past decade, and the number of higher-level vacancies is expected to continue to increase. According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, there will be around 10,000 child care centre managers required in Australia over the next five years.
This course will give you the skills and practical knowledge to design and implement early childhood programs, by understanding the emotional, physical, cognitive and social needs of young children. Our highly-experienced team of industry professionals will give you the support you need to succeed throughout the course of your studies.
Successful completion of this course will qualify you to design and implement early childhood education and care programs. You will be equipped with the skills you need to plan, implement and evaluate programs in line with approved learning frameworks and regulatory requirements. You will also have a solid foundation to continue with further study.
What can I do?
- Early Childhood Educator
- Early Childhood Centre Director
Course outcome:
CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Hands-on training
TAFE Queensland's ongoing relationships with Early Childhood Education and Care services throughout the state means you will get practical, on-the-job training, and industry-relevant experience before you graduate.
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The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 3 elective units from the list below. You will also be required to undertake 280 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.
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You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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View comparison chart
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You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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View comparison chart
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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View comparison chart
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You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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View comparison chart
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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View comparison chart
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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View comparison chart
CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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South Bank
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On Campus
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Anytime
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up to 18 months
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Existing worker - this program is completed within your workplace
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Bracken Ridge
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On campus with some online
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Full time 2 days per week plus 280 hours of vocational placement
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Loganlea
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On campus with some online
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Full time 2 days per week plus 280 hours of vocational placement
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South Bank
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On campus with some online
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Full time 2 days per week plus 280 hours of vocational placement
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South Bank
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On campus with some online
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Part time Zoom classes 2 nights per week plus 280 hours of vocational placement
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Caboolture
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On campus with some online
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Full time 2 days per week plus 280 hours of vocational placement
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Ipswich
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On campus with some online
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Full time 1 day on campus and 1 day via Zoom per week plus 280 hours of vocational placement
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Springfield
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On campus with some online
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Full time 1 day on campus and 1 day via Zoom per week plus 280 hours of vocational placement
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Ipswich
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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1 year
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Full time 1 day on campus and 1 day via Zoom per week plus 280 hours of vocational placement
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Springfield
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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1 year
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Full time 1 day on campus and 1 day via Zoom per week plus 280 hours of vocational placement
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Robina
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On Campus
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Full time 2 days per week
Wednesday, Friday
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Robina
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On Campus
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22 Jan 2024
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1 year
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Full time 2 days per week
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Mooloolaba
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On Campus
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10 Jul 2023
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6 months
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Intensive 2 days per week plus 280 hours of vocational placement
Monday, Tuesday
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Mooloolaba
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On Campus
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Part time 1 day per week
Monday, Tuesday
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Toowoomba
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On campus with some online
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Full time 1 day on campus and 1 day via Zoom per week plus 280 hours of vocational placement
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Toowoomba
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On campus with some online
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22 Jan 2024
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1 year
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Full time 1 day on campus and 1 day via Zoom per week plus 280 hours of vocational placement
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Bundaberg
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On Campus
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Part time 2 nights per week
Tuesday, Thursday
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Cairns
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On campus with some online
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Anytime
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18 months
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Flexible delivery via workshops, tutorials, service visits and zoom meetings
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Mount Isa
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On campus with some online
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Anytime
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up to 18 months
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Flexible delivery via workshops, tutorials, service visits and zoom meetings
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Townsville - Pimlico
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On campus with some online
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Anytime
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up to 18 months
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Flexible delivery via workshops, tutorials, service visits and zoom meetings
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All of your study will be done online and you can work through your studies at your own pace. You can access your learning materials 24/7 through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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You will study online however your classes will be delivered in real time via a scheduled timetable. You will interact with your teachers and other students using programs like Zoom. Learn more
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Online virtual classroom
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10 Jul 2023
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1 year
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Part time 2 nights per week
Tuesday,Thursday
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Online self-directed
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17 Jul 2023
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Average course duration up to 18 months
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Part time 1 cluster per intake. 12 weeks per intake
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Online self-directed
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28 Aug 2023
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Average course duration up to 18 months
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Part time 1 cluster per intake. 12 weeks per intake
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