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Study CHC30121 Certificate III
Early Childhood Education and Care
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The best way to kickstart a satisfying and rewarding vocation in early childhood education and care is to learn the right foundations. Even if you have no experience in this field, studying for a CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is ideal for gaining knowledge and confidence.
At Apex Training Institute, we go beyond teaching the best, most up-to-date information. We offer extraordinary flexibility to help you succeed in your studies to achieve your Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and find yourself in a wonderful new line of work.
The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care will qualify you to enter this exciting field. It will qualify you to work in the following roles:
The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is the foundation course to qualify you for working in childcare directly.
And it can pave the way to further education courses in this related area, including:
CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
CHC40113 Certificate IV in School-Age Education and Care
CHC30221 Certificate III in School-Based Education Support
CHC40221 Certificate IV in School-Based Education Support
CHC40413 Certificate IV in Youth Work
CHC50413 Diploma of Youth Work
So no matter where you choose to steer your career in the future, the possibilities are wide open for you.
No matter where you choose to steer
your career in the future,
Fill out the online application form.
If your application is approved, you proceed to the next step; if not, you do not meet the requirements to proceed with your enrolment at Apex Training Institute.
Additionally, there might be some cases where you need to fulfill some requirements before your application can be approved; an Apex team member will advise if this is the case.
Once you have enrolled, you can pay via one of the payment methods available.
Once we have received payments, we will send you your enrollment information and student onboarding information within one business week.
The course consists of 17 units of competency:
Do you think the Certificate III In Early Childhood Education And Care (both online and in-person) is the course for you?
There are just a few essential requirements you will need to meet, namely:
Communicate effectively
You must be able to communicate effectively in an English-speaking workplace.
Get a Working with Children Check
Should you work in an organisation involving children in Queensland, you will
require a Blue Card.
Unique Student Identifier (USI)
Apex requires your Unique Student Identifier (USI) within 14 days of enrolment with
us. And at any stage during your studies, we may also request access to your USI
transcript (per our privacy policies and procedures).
To take part in the course, you will need to have access to these resources:
A reliable internet connection
A computer with a functional webcam
Microsoft Office (or Open Office, the free, open-source equivalent)
Zoom webinar software
PDF reading software
Apex Training Institute is a renowned education provider for people like you who seek a career
to make a difference in childrens’ lives.
Flexibility is factored into our curriculum to ensure you succeed in obtaining your qualifications,
no matter what your circumstances or preferred learning style.
Our course enables you to study for your CHC30121Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care in a variety of learning environments:
In-person on campus
Where you can interact with our qualified, industry-experienced trainers.
Online live classes & Online study
Study in the comfort of your own home without the need to travel to campus each time.
Simulated work environment
A great hands-on way to get a feel for what the working environment is really like. Available on-campus at Apex
Actual work environment
This includes 160 hours of vocational placement at an actual child care centre.
Supplementary study materials
Powerpoints and other written supplementary study materials are available to you as part of this course.
And importantly, with Apex, you can finish your qualification at your own pace. You have up to 12 months to complete all modules and can attend an unlimited number of face-to-face and online classes and support sessions within that time.
Your love of children will spur you on to complete the 17 units of competency (consisting of 15 core and 2 elective units). Our highly qualified trainers are there to help every step of the way.
If you are eligible, government funding may be available for you (see question below). And being Austudy approved, you can still receive your Centrelink payments while taking our Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care course. Even if you are a self-funded student, you can still be assured of massive discounts with Apex Training Institute.
And as you study, you can look forward to great new job opportunities that await you. Because according to Job Outlook, demand for childcarers is set to grow from 130,000 in 2020 to approximately 144,000 by 2025. In addition, Apex Training Institute partners with more than 20 partner organisations Australia-wide. This all gives you tremendous potential for future job prospects.
If you are considering taking the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, you may be eligible for government funding.
The Criteria for government funding for this course include being:
At least 15 years of age and no longer attending school
A Queensland resident
An Australian Citizen or Permanent Australian Resident
Additionally, you should not have completed a Certificate III or above within Australia to be
eligible for the funding.
Please remember that at Apex Training Institute, huge discounts are available for self-funded
students. And being an Austudy-approved course, you can continue receiving your Centrelink
payments while you are studying.
Our staff not only share your passion for giving young children the best start in life in their
formative years - we care about you, our students.
Our qualified and experienced trainers are on hand to make your learning experience
stimulating and enjoyable. They are outcome-driven and will support you in this exciting new career path.
Rajy Xavier is a dedicated Early Childhood Teacher and ECE trainer and assessor with a wealth of experience spanning over 15 years. With a comprehensive educational background, Rajy holds Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education, as well as a Diploma and a Graduate Diploma in the field. Complementing this foundation are two master's degrees in Education, specializing in Leadership and Management, as well as Inclusive Education.Throughout her career, a passion for nurturing young minds and fostering inclusive learning environments has been evident. With a commitment to professional development and a deep understanding of educational theory and practice, Rajy brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the Apex training college community.
It’s time to take the first step into your new vocation. Secure the qualifications you need to work in early childhood education and childcare with a CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
When you fill out the application form, you will find the Language Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test. You may access the application forms any time by going to the Courses page.
You must meet or have the following requirements:
We have partnered with several facilities to provide the best placement experiences to our students. Students are required to fill out an application form and the facilities then confirm if they are able to accept the student. Apex does not assign a facility to a student but supports and helps them with their application to the facility they want to join. Students are allowed to find placement facilities outside of the ones that Apex has partnered with if there is a specific preference.
Certificates are given out to all students that complete their course work. This includes in class assignments as well as placements. Upon completion, the trainers review all of the assigned work and placement workbooks and if they are satisfactory, a certificate is then issued within 3 weeks of completion.
You most certainly can. There are a number of things that can be done to reduce the amount of time and units you need to study, including:
For more information on all these programs, please check out the Student Handbook found on the Resources page.
Please refer to the course fact sheets on the Resources page.
Designed for individuals who want to work with children and toddlers in child care and early childhood education settings.
Designed to prepare individuals to work in a community and/or residential setting to support people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason.
Designed for early childhood educators who are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum in early childhood education and care.
I was able to do this course online, and staff of apex used to respond my emails and queries whenever I encountered within short span of time which I found helpful, and they also helped me in finding my placement in my nearby locations, which was a great help.
“Apex Institute taught me detailed knowledge and skills needed for this great career of Disability and Age care. Infact, their great intelligent and skillful tutors, good teaching environment, availability of teaching/ training equipment, and even self explanatory course contents are all superb.I am confident that the knowledge and skills instilled in me by Apex institute and practical skills acquired during my placement would be essential and useful for me in this great career.”
Due to the flexibility of the course program its highly encouraging
