Kick-start your career with this entry-level course that will set you up with the foundation skills you need to succeed as an assistant childcare worker.
CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
TAFE at School Full fee | $3,350 - $3,500 |
Subsidised | $1,130 |
Concession | $715 |
Full fee | $4,455 |
JobTrainer | $0 |
International | $6,200 |
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 child care industry is experiencing very strong growth. Qualified candidates are in high demand in this very large occupation 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 health meal times for children and foster individual development. You will also learn how to comply with legal and industry requirements. Our highly-experienced team of industry professionals will provide you with one-on-one guidance in simulated working environments 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.
This course is eligible for JobTrainer funding, meaning it could be free for eligible school-leavers, young people and job seekers looking to develop new skills. Training is proudly delivered by TAFE Queensland and jointly funded by the Australian Government and Queensland Government. Learn more >
Our teachers are among the best in the business. They are deeply embedded in the industry, so they know what employers are looking for. TAFE Queensland partners with some of the best early childhood education and care services in the industry to give you practical, on-the-job training and industry-relevant experience before you graduate.
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 120 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.
UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
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CHCDIV002Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safetyUnit code: CHCDIV002 Unit description: The unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety issues in the workplace, model cultural safety in own work practice, and develop strategies to enhance cultural safety. |
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety | |
CHCECE001Develop cultural competenceUnit code: CHCECE001 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work towards cultural competency and to support participation of all children and families in children's services. This support includes contributing to children's understanding and acceptance of all cultures. |
Develop cultural competence | |
CHCECE002Ensure the health and safety of childrenUnit code: CHCECE002 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge to ensure the health and safety of children. |
Ensure the health and safety of children | |
CHCECE003Provide care for childrenUnit code: CHCECE003 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to ensure children's physical and emotional wellbeing is maintained and their self-sufficiency is nurtured. |
Provide care for children | |
CHCECE004Promote and provide healthy food and drinksUnit code: CHCECE004 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to promote healthy eating and ensure that food and drinks provided are nutritious, appropriate for each child and prepared in a safe and hygienic manner. |
Promote and provide healthy food and drinks | |
CHCECE005Provide care for babies and toddlersUnit code: CHCECE005 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required by educators working with babies and toddlers to ensure that the children's physical and emotional wellbeing is maintained. |
Provide care for babies and toddlers | |
CHCECE007Develop positive and respectful relationships with childrenUnit code: CHCECE007 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required by educators working with children to ensure they can develop and maintain effective relationships and promote positive behaviour. |
Develop positive and respectful relationships with children | |
CHCECE009Use an approved learning framework to guide practiceUnit code: CHCECE009 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to enable educators to provide children with opportunities to maximise their potential and develop a foundation for future success. |
Use an approved learning framework to guide practice | |
CHCECE010Support the holistic development of children in early childhoodUnit code: CHCECE010 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge to support and recognise the interrelationship between the physical, social, emotional, cognitive and communication development of children from birth to 6 years of age. |
Support the holistic development of children in early childhood | |
CHCECE011Provide experiences to support children's play and learningUnit code: CHCECE011 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to support children's play and learning. |
Provide experiences to support children's play and learning | |
CHCECE013Use information about children to inform practiceUnit code: CHCECE013 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to gather information about children through observation and other sources as a basis to inform program-planning cycles and to share with children and their families. |
Use information about children to inform practice | |
CHCLEG001Work legally and ethicallyUnit code: CHCLEG001 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and work within the legal and ethical frameworks that apply to an individual job role. |
Work legally and ethically | |
CHCPRT001Identify and respond to children and young people at riskUnit code: CHCPRT001 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to support and protect children and young people who are at risk of harm. This work occurs within legislative and policy frameworks and carries a duty of care responsibility. |
Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | |
HLTAID004Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care settingUnit code: HLTAID004 Unit description: This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to infants, children and adults. |
Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting | |
HLTWHS001Participate in workplace health and safetyUnit code: HLTWHS001 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required for workers to participate in safe work practices to ensure their own health and safety, and that of others. The unit applies to all workers who require knowledge of workplace health and safety (WHS) to carry out their own work, either under direct supervision or with some individual responsibility. |
Participate in workplace health and safety |
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BSBWOR301Organise personal work priorities and developmentUnit code: BSBWOR301 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to organise own work schedules, to monitor and obtain feedback on work performance and to maintain required levels of competence. |
Organise personal work priorities and development | |
CHCECE006Support behaviour of children and young peopleUnit code: CHCECE006 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge to apply strategies to guide responsible behaviour of children and young people in a safe and supportive environment. |
Support behaviour of children and young people | |
CHCECE026Work in partnership with families to provide appropriate education and care for childrenUnit code: CHCECE026 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work in partnership with families to provide appropriate education and care for the child. This unit applies to educators working in a variety of education and care services. |
Work in partnership with families to provide appropriate education and care for children |
Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.
Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more
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Atherton | Anytime | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Northern Peninsula Area | Anytime | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Bowen | Anytime | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Charters Towers | Anytime | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Cloncurry | Anytime | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 |
Lower Gulf | Anytime | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Mount Isa | Anytime | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Cairns | Anytime | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Innisfail | Anytime | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Burdekin | Anytime | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Whitsundays (Cannonvale) | Anytime | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Ingham | Anytime | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Townsville (Pimlico) | Anytime | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Atherton | 05 April 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Northern Peninsula Area | 05 April 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Bowen | 05 April 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Charters Towers | 05 April 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Cloncurry | 05 April 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 |
Lower Gulf | 05 April 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Mount Isa | 05 April 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Cairns | 05 April 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Innisfail | 05 April 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Burdekin | 05 April 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Whitsundays (Cannonvale) | 05 April 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Ingham | 05 April 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Townsville (Pimlico) | 05 April 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Atherton | 03 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Northern Peninsula Area | 03 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Bowen | 03 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Charters Towers | 03 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Cloncurry | 03 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 |
Lower Gulf | 03 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Mount Isa | 03 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Cairns | 03 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Innisfail | 03 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Burdekin | 03 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Whitsundays (Cannonvale) | 03 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Ingham | 03 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Townsville (Pimlico) | 03 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Cairns | 24 May 2021 | 1 year | Full time 4 days per week | Classroom | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Townsville (Pimlico) | 24 May 2021 | 1 year | Full time 4 days per week Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday |
Classroom | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Atherton | 31 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Northern Peninsula Area | 31 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Bowen | 31 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Charters Towers | 31 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Cloncurry | 31 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 |
Lower Gulf | 31 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Mount Isa | 31 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Cairns | 31 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Innisfail | 31 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Burdekin | 31 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Whitsundays (Cannonvale) | 31 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Ingham | 31 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Townsville (Pimlico) | 31 May 2021 | up to 18 months | Part time | Workplace | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Cairns | 12 July 2021 | 1 year | Full time 4 days per week | Classroom | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Townsville (Pimlico) | 12 July 2021 | 1 year | Full time 4 days per week Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday |
Classroom | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Campus | START DATES
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Duration | WORKLOAD
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STUDY MODE
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COST
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Loganlea | 12 July 2021 | 1 year | Full time 2 days per week | Mixed mode | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
South Bank | 12 July 2021 | 1 year | Full time 2 days per week | Mixed mode | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Caboolture | 12 July 2021 | 1 year | Full time 2 days per week | Mixed mode | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Bracken Ridge | 12 July 2021 | 1 year | Full time 2 days per week | Mixed mode | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Ipswich | 12 July 2021 | 1 year | Full time 2 days per week | Mixed mode | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Springfield | 12 July 2021 | 1 year | Full time 2 days per week | Mixed mode | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Ipswich | 24 January 2022 | 1 year | Full time 2 days per week | Mixed mode | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 |
Springfield | 24 January 2022 | 1 year | Full time 2 days per week | Mixed mode | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 |
Campus | START DATES
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Duration | WORKLOAD
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STUDY MODE
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COST
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Bundaberg | 19 April 2021 | 1 year | Full time: 2 days per week, plus 120 hours of Vocational Placement | Mixed mode | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Hervey Bay | 19 April 2021 | 1 year | Full time: 2 days per week, plus 120 hours of Vocational Placement | Mixed mode | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Gympie | 20 April 2021 | 1 year | Full time: 2 days per week, plus 120 hours of Vocational Placement | Mixed mode | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Maryborough | 22 April 2021 | 1 year | Full time: 2 days per week, plus 120 hours of Vocational Placement | Mixed mode | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Campus | START DATES
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STUDY MODE
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COST
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Mooloolaba | 12 July 2021 | 1 year | Full time: 2 days per week, plus 120 hours of Vocational Placement | Mixed mode | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Campus | START DATES
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STUDY MODE
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Southport | 12 July 2021 | 1 year | Full time 2 days per week Monday, Wednesday |
Mixed mode | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Campus | START DATES
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Duration | WORKLOAD
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STUDY MODE
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COST
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Toowoomba | 12 July 2021 | 1 year | Full time 2 days per week | Mixed mode | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
Toowoomba | 24 January 2022 | 1 year | Full time 2 days per week | Mixed mode | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 |
Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.
Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study. Direct your own learning with all your study materials online, allowing you to manage your own workload and fit your studies around your lifestyle. Access your learning space 24 hours a day, seven days a week and be supported by high-quality educators who are devoted to your outcomes. Learn more
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31 May 2021 | 12 weeks per intake. Average course duration 12 months | up to 2 clusters per intake | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
19 July 2021 | 12 weeks per intake. Average course duration 12 months | up to 2 clusters per intake | Full fee: $4,455 Subsidised: $1,130 Concession: $715 JobTrainer: $0 |
For most online courses study is structured into fixed intakes that have set durations of 12 weeks from the study commencement date. You will be able to access your learning materials from the first day of the study period. You must be enrolled to be able to access your learning materials. To ensure you can manage your study load, we recommend limiting your workload to no more than 2 units of competency per intake or the units required to complete a cluster/stage.
Choosing to study a TAFE at School course is a great way to get a vocational qualification while you’re still in high school. You also gain valuable credits towards your QCE, an apprenticeship, a diploma or university.
TAFE at School gives you a taste of what higher education is all about, makes you work-ready, and helps you build practical skills in an adult-learning environment. Successful completion of a TAFE at School qualification gives you direct entry into any of our diploma courses. Learn more
Campus | START DATES
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STUDY MODE
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South Bank | 24 January 2022 | 2 years | Part time 1 day per week | Mixed mode | TAFE at School Full fee: $3,500 |
Ipswich | 31 January 2022 | 2 years | Part time 1 day per week | Classroom | TAFE at School Full fee: $3,490 |
Springfield | 31 January 2022 | 2 years | Part time 1 day per week | Classroom | TAFE at School Full fee: $3,490 |
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Campus | START DATES
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STUDY MODE
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Toowoomba | 31 January 2022 | 2 years | Part time 1 day per week | Classroom | TAFE at School Full fee: $3,490 |
You must be a Year 10, 11 or 12 student enrolled at a participating high school. In addition, the duration of your TAFE at School course cannot be longer than your remaining high school studies. Speak to your high school guidance counsellor or careers advisor for more information.
Course placements are subject to availability.
CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Information is current at time of publishing, to confirm the QCE points for your course please speak to your high school guidance counsellor or careers advisor, or visit the Queensland Curriculum & Assessment Authority (QCAA) website.
At TAFE Queensland, we understand that employers need options and flexibility in employee training. We are committed to delivering the flexible training plans you need to get the job done. Choose from workplace training, block training, drop in days, mobile training, day release, or a mix of all these options. Learn more
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DROP IN DAYS
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BLOCK TRAINING
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DAY RELEASE
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MOBILE VAN
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DROP IN DAYS
![]() Train with a teacher at a TAFE Queensland facility without an appointment. |
BLOCK TRAINING
![]() Flexible training offered in blocks ranging from three days to six weeks. |
DAY RELEASE
![]() Weekly scheduled training at a TAFE Queensland facility, planned in advance. |
MOBILE VAN
![]() Training undertaken at your workplace with TAFE Queensland tools and equipment. |
Mixed mode
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South Bank | Traineeship | ||||||
Ipswich | Traineeship | ||||||
Springfield | Traineeship |
Campus | Apprenticeship / Traineeship | Delivery Mode
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Workplace
![]() Train and be assessed in your current workplace. |
DROP IN DAYS
![]() Train with a teacher at a TAFE Queensland facility without an appointment. |
BLOCK TRAINING
![]() Flexible training offered in blocks ranging from three days to six weeks. |
DAY RELEASE
![]() Weekly scheduled training at a TAFE Queensland facility, planned in advance. |
MOBILE VAN
![]() Training undertaken at your workplace with TAFE Queensland tools and equipment. |
Mixed mode
![]() A combination of two or more delivery modes. |
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Bundaberg | Traineeship | ||||||
Gympie | Traineeship | ||||||
Hervey Bay | Traineeship | ||||||
Kingaroy | Traineeship |
Campus | Apprenticeship / Traineeship | Delivery Mode
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Workplace
![]() Train and be assessed in your current workplace. |
DROP IN DAYS
![]() Train with a teacher at a TAFE Queensland facility without an appointment. |
BLOCK TRAINING
![]() Flexible training offered in blocks ranging from three days to six weeks. |
DAY RELEASE
![]() Weekly scheduled training at a TAFE Queensland facility, planned in advance. |
MOBILE VAN
![]() Training undertaken at your workplace with TAFE Queensland tools and equipment. |
Mixed mode
![]() A combination of two or more delivery modes. |
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Mooloolaba | Traineeship |
Campus | Apprenticeship / Traineeship | Delivery Mode
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Workplace
![]() Train and be assessed in your current workplace. |
DROP IN DAYS
![]() Train with a teacher at a TAFE Queensland facility without an appointment. |
BLOCK TRAINING
![]() Flexible training offered in blocks ranging from three days to six weeks. |
DAY RELEASE
![]() Weekly scheduled training at a TAFE Queensland facility, planned in advance. |
MOBILE VAN
![]() Training undertaken at your workplace with TAFE Queensland tools and equipment. |
Mixed mode
![]() A combination of two or more delivery modes. |
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Southport | Traineeship |
Campus | Apprenticeship / Traineeship | Delivery Mode
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Workplace
![]() Train and be assessed in your current workplace. |
DROP IN DAYS
![]() Train with a teacher at a TAFE Queensland facility without an appointment. |
BLOCK TRAINING
![]() Flexible training offered in blocks ranging from three days to six weeks. |
DAY RELEASE
![]() Weekly scheduled training at a TAFE Queensland facility, planned in advance. |
MOBILE VAN
![]() Training undertaken at your workplace with TAFE Queensland tools and equipment. |
Mixed mode
![]() A combination of two or more delivery modes. |
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Roma | Traineeship | ||||||
Warwick | Traineeship | ||||||
Toowoomba | Traineeship | ||||||
Dalby | Traineeship | ||||||
Chinchilla | Traineeship |
You must already be employed to enrol as an apprentice or trainee with TAFE Queensland. Speak to your employer about choosing TAFE Queensland as your Supervising Registered Training Organisation (SRTO).
Eligible apprentices and trainees that meet the Queensland state funding requirements will be charged a set fee per nominal hour. These fees are calculated at a regulated rate of $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply for students who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
Non-funded apprentices and trainees will be charged a fee for service cost. These will be confirmed prior to the commencement of training.
Information regarding costs will be outlined on the agreed training plan, which will be provided to the employer and apprentice or trainee at time of induction.
Find out how we can tailor a training package specifically for you.
As an international student at TAFE Queensland you'll gain hands-on experience in our modern classrooms, laboratories and workshops using state-of-the-art facilities and the same tools and equipment used in industry.
Get the internationally-recognised qualification you need to launch your career while enjoying the unique Australian landscape, culture, and lifestyle.
No matter where you are in your study journey, our team of international student support advisors can help you settle into life in Australia and provide support and assistance to help you throughout your studies.
Campus | START DATES
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Duration | WORKLOAD
![]() How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
STUDY MODE
![]() Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more |
COST
![]() The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more |
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Cairns | 12 July 2021 | 1 year | Full time | Classroom | International: $6,200 |
Townsville (Pimlico) | 12 July 2021 | 1 year | Full time | Classroom | International: $6,200 |
Cairns | 24 January 2022 | 1 year | Full time | Classroom | International: $6,200 |
Townsville (Pimlico) | 24 January 2022 | 1 year | Full time | Classroom | International: $6,200 |
Campus | START DATES
![]() When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
![]() How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
STUDY MODE
![]() Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more |
COST
![]() The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more |
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South Bank | 12 July 2021 | 1 year | Full time | Classroom | International: $6,200 |
Springfield | 12 July 2021 | 1 year | Full time | Mixed mode | International: $6,200 |
South Bank | 24 January 2022 | 1 year | Full time | Classroom | International: $6,200 |
Springfield | 24 January 2022 | 1 year | Full time | Mixed mode | International: $6,200 |
Campus | START DATES
![]() When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
![]() How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
STUDY MODE
![]() Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more |
COST
![]() The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more |
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Mooloolaba | 12 July 2021 | 1 year | Full time | Classroom | International: $6,200 |
Mooloolaba | 24 January 2022 | 1 year | Full time | Classroom | International: $6,200 |
Campus | START DATES
![]() When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
![]() How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
STUDY MODE
![]() Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more |
COST
![]() The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more |
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Southport | 12 July 2021 | 1 year | Full time | Classroom | International: $6,200 |
Southport | 24 January 2022 | 1 year | Full time | Classroom | International: $6,200 |
Campus | START DATES
![]() When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
![]() How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
STUDY MODE
![]() Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more |
COST
![]() The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more |
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Toowoomba | 12 July 2021 | 1 year | Full time | Mixed mode | International: $6,200 |
Toowoomba | 24 January 2022 | 1 year | Full time | Mixed mode | International: $6,200 |
As an international student you’ll study face-to-face in a classroom with other international and Australian students at one of our campus locations.
In addition to your scheduled class hours you will be expected to complete additional study in your own time.
The course cost indicated is for students on an international student visa. If you’re visiting Australia on a non-student visa (e.g. partner visa, working holiday, employer sponsor etc.) please contact us directly for the price applicable to you.
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about university pathwaysNo matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what's right for you, get in touch. We're here to help.
This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Our preferred payment method is telegraphic transfer or credit card using Western Union Global Pay for Students or the Flywire Payment Portal. Western Union and Flywire both allow you to complete your payment in your own currency using a telegraphic transfer with no processing fees or delays.
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There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
Domestic Students
There are no Selection criteria requirements for Domestic Students.
International Students
The following Selection criteria requirements apply only to International Students:
Students should be a minimum of 18 years of age. Student visa applicants under the age of 18 will be accepted where they demonstrate that they will be accompanied by a parent, legal custodian or a suitable relative who is aged 21 or over. This arrangement requires the approval of the Department of Home Affairs. For more information visit Department of Home Affairs - Welfare Requirements for Student Visa Applicants under 18.
If you are not currently employed or volunteering in industry, during your course you will be required to complete vocational placement so you can start practising your new skills in a real-world environment. You’ll be required to work shifts determined by your placement provider, and these can include early mornings or late nights, any day of the week, including public holidays. TAFE Queensland may be able to assist in arranging suitable placements.
Completing placement is compulsory, and you will be expected to manage family and work commitments in order to complete your shifts. You are required to complete 120 hours of placement to satisfy this component of your qualification.
Blue Card
To successfully satisfy all course requirements you will be required to apply for a Blue Card (working with children check). Learn More
Please note: TAFE Queensland wishes to warn you, as a Blue Card applicant, that it is an offence for a disqualified person to sign a Blue Card application. For further information regarding 'disqualified' persons, please contact Blue Card Services.
If you are ineligible from applying for a blue card, you may be disqualified from being eligible to undertake placement and assessment, which would affect your course outcomes. If you think this might impact you, please speak to the relevant Vocational Placement Coordinator for further information.
It is also recommended that all students should undertake screening for vaccination against the following Queensland Health Mandatory vaccination requirements such as:
You will be responsible for any costs associated with meeting these placement requirements.
It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.
When studying online it is strongly recommended students follow the preferred order of study and enrol in no more than two units per intake or the units required to complete a cluster/stage, unless otherwise advised.
Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.
Disclaimer
All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.
If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.
International students can either apply directly through our TAFE Queensland International Application portal, or through one of our education agents. Our registered agents can assist you with your visa application and guide you through the enrolment process. If you are from this list of countries, you will need to apply through an agent.
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Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. Getting recognition for the skills you've gained from the workplace or previous learning means less study time for you, and getting the paper to prove you're qualified a whole lot sooner. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.
If you have read and understood the student rules, refund policy, understand your fees and payment options, have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) and checked you meet the entry requirements and selection criteria for this course, you're ready to get started.
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.
Learn more about university pathways