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CHC30121 Certificate III

Early Childhood Education and Care

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CHC30121 Certificate III

Early Childhood Education and Care

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Price starts at
$1,300.00
Enrolled Students
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CAREER QUALIFICATIONS

Why Study CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care?

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:

  • Childcare worker
  • Childhood educator assistance
  • Nanny
  • Family daycare worker
  • Out-of-school hours care worker
  • Playgroup supervisor
  • Mobile assistant
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

No matter where you choose to steer
your career in the future,

the possibilities are
wide open for you.

Enrollment Process

Submit an application

Fill out the online application form.

Wait for your application form to be assessed for viability

If your application is approved, you proceed to the next step; if not, you cannot enroll 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.

Enroll and choose your payment method

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.

COURSE STRUCTURE

Course overview

The course consists of 13 units of competency:

  • 7 core units
  • 6 elective units
Core Units (7)
Code
Unit Description
CHCCCS015
Provide individualised support
CHCCCS023
Support independence and well being
CHCCOM005
Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001
Work with diverse people
CHCLEG001
Work legally and ethically
HLTAAP001
Recognise healthy body systems
HLTWHS002
Follow safe work practices for direct client care
Specialistaions (7)
Code
Unit Description
Group A - Ageing Specialisation (3 units)
CHCCCS015
Provide individualised support
CHCCCS023
Support independence and well being
CHCCOM005
Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001
Work with diverse people
Group B - Disability Specialisation (4 units)
CHCLEG001
Work legally and ethically
HLTAAP001
Recognise healthy body systems
HLTWHS002
Follow safe work practices for direct client care
Important
  • Students pursuing study via the Queensland government’s Certificate 3 Guarantee program can only pursue one specialisation and up to thirteen units of competency.
  • Self-funded students can elect to pursue more than one specialisation.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS

Study Certificate III In Early Childhood Education And Care Online

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 Blue Card

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, you may also request access to your USI
transcript (per our privacy policies and procedures).

See Student Handbook
Resources:

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

Do you have any questions or concerns?
Please contact us for advice.
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LEARNING METHODS

Why Study with Apex Training Institute?

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.

Learning environments:

Our course enables you to study for your Certificate 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.

GOVERNMENT FUNDING ELIGIBILITY

Is a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care Government Funded?

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:

Requirements:

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

Our Staff At Apex Training Institute: CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

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.

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CHC30121 Certificate III

Early Childhood Education and Care

Industry-Expert Trainers
Quick & Friendly Support
Work Placement Partnerships
Receive a Job-Ready Certification
Price starts at
$1,300.00
Enrolled Students
77,810
Download Course Fact Sheet

Enquire today

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.

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