CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

This qualification reflects the role of early childhood educators who are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum in early childhood education and care services. In doing so they work to implement an approved learning framework within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard. They may have responsibility for supervision of volunteers or other staff. Under the Education and Care Services National Law (2011) the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) publishes lists of approved early childhood education and care qualifications and information regarding regulatory requirements here: www.acecqa.gov.au

Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who: hold a CHC30121Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or ChC30113Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. Be at least 18 years of age and have completed the equivalent of Year 12. Participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs.