CHC30121 | 109391H
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Start your career with this entry level course that will set you up with the foundation skills you need to succeed as a worker in early childhood education and care.
Course overview
Get a head start on your career in early childhood education and care with this entry-level course. This qualification is the minimum requirement for early childhood settings in Australia and will set you up with the foundation skills to get ahead.
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the Early Childhood Education and Care industry is experiencing very strong growth. Qualified candidates are in high demand in this very large sector with around 184,000 job openings expected over the next five years.
This course covers a number of core skills, including how to plan, implement and evaluate educational early childhood programs, support healthy meal times for children and foster individual development. You will also learn how to work within legal and industry requirements. Our highly-experienced team of industry professionals will provide you with one-on-one guidance to give you the foundations you need to enter the sector.
Successful completion of this course will allow you to confidently seek employment in a range of entry-level early childhood education and care roles, and equip you to complete further studies in the field.
What can I do?
- Family Day Care Provider
- Early Childhood Education and Care Assistant
- Early Childhood Education and Care Worker
Course outcome:
CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
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A one of a kind education experience that features expert educators guiding you through this program to achieve your qualification.
You have the flexibility to study from the location of your choice with the added bonus of real time interactions with your peers and TAFE Queensland educators who will support you every step of the way.
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The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 2 elective units from the list below. You will also be required to undertake 160 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 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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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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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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Alexandra Hills
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On Campus
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10 Jul 2023
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9 months
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Full time up to 2 days per week plus 160 hours of vocational placement
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Bracken Ridge
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On Campus
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10 Jul 2023
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9 months
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Full time up to 2 days per week plus 160 hours of vocational placement
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Loganlea
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On Campus
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10 Jul 2023
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9 months
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Full time up to 2 days per week plus 160 hours of vocational placement
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Mt Gravatt
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On Campus
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10 Jul 2023
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9 months
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Full time up to 2 days per week plus 160 hours of vocational placement
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Redcliffe
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On Campus
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10 Jul 2023
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9 months
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Full time up to 2 days per week plus 160 hours of vocational placement
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South Bank
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On Campus
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10 Jul 2023
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9 months
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Full time up to 2 days per week plus 160 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 160 hours voacational placement
Tuesday
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Caboolture
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On Campus
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10 Jul 2023
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9 months
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Full time up to 2 days per week plus 160 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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Part time 1 day on campus & 1 Zoom session per week plus 160 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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Part time 1 day on campus & 1 Zoom session per week plus 160 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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Part time 1 day on campus & 1 Zoom session per week plus 160 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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Part time 1 day on campus & 1 Zoom session per week plus 160 hours of vocational placement
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CAMPUS | STUDY MODE | START DATES | DURATION | WORKLOAD | WHAT YOU'LL PAY |
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Southport
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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
Monday, Tuesday
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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
Tuesday, Wednesday
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Southport
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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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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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12 months
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Part time 1 day per week plus 160 hours of vocational placement
Thursday
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Mooloolaba
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On Campus
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10 Jul 2023
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up to 9 months
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Full time 2 days per week plus 160 hours of vocational placement
Wednesday, Thursday
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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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Part time 1 day on campus & 1 Zoom session per week plus 160 hours of vocational placement
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Charleville
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On Campus
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10 Jul 2023
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1.5 years
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Part time 2 days on campus plus 160 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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Part time 1 day on campus & 1 Zoom session per week plus 160 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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up to 9 months
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Full time 2 days per week plus 160 hours of vocational placement
Tuesday, Thursday
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