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Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care CHC50121

Complete 15 units of competency covering 12 core subjects and 3 elective units.
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Early childhood educators will influence and shape Australia’s future leaders. Are You One of Them?

The demand for qualified Child Care Educators and Professionals will continue to rapidly increase with Australia’s growing population. Be among the growing workforce that provides childcare and education through a Verifiable Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC50121)

Career Opportunities

Successful completion of this course qualifies you to provide support and assistance to toddlers and kids in various environments on roles such as:

Authorized supervisor (children’s services)
Centre manager (children’s services)
Childhood educator
Children’s adviser
Children’s service director/manager
Children’s services coordinator
Community care worker
Community house worker
Disability service officer (in some jurisdictions)
Family Support Worker
Field Officer
Director (children’s services)
Group/team coordinator/leader (children’s services)
Program leader (children’s services)
Child development worker
Family daycare owner/director
Residential Aid
Residential Care Worker
Residential Support worker
School Support Officer (Disability)
Senior Personal Care Assistant
Transport Support worker
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Course Structure

Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC50121)

15 UNIT COMPETENCY COURSE STRUCTURE

In this strategically designed 15-unit certification, students will be equipped with skills that allow them to build early education programs, mentor children, and support their wellbeing, learning and development.

Note that application and admission to this course requires a verifiable completed certificate on CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

Course Structure
15 Core Units
  • BSBSTWK502 - Manage team effectiveness
  • CHCECE041 - Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
  • CHCECE042 - Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing
  • CHCECE043 - Nurture creativity in children
  • CHCECE044 - Facilitate compliance in a children's education and care service
  • CHCECE045 - Foster positive and respectful interaction and behaviour in children
  • CHCECE046 - Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children
  • CHCECE047 - Analyse information to inform children's learning
  • CHCECE048- Plan and implement children's education and care curriculum
  • CHCECE049 - Embed environmental responsibility in service operations
  • CHCECE050 - Work in partnership with children's families
  • CHCPRP003 - Reflect on and improve own professional practice
2 Elective Units
(Choose at least 1 Group)
Group A
AGEING specialisation
(3 units)
  • CHCMGT003 - Lead the work team
  • CHCPOL002 - Develop and implement policy
  • CHCECE053 - Respond to grievances and complaints about the service
Group B
DISABILITY specialisation
(3 units)
  • CHCDIS011 - Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
  • CHCDIS012 - Support community participation and social inclusion
  • CHCDIS020 - Work effectively in disability support

Do you have previous qualifications, training, or experiences in the field?

Get your experience credited to reduce cost and help you get this certification faster!

Learning Delivery and Materials

Apex is a Blended Learning Training Institution

Finish your course from anywhere in the world! Get complete control of your schedule and your pace.

Method
  • Online live classes      
  • 1:1 Support Sessions
  • Simulated Work Environment for hands-on training
  • Online Video on Demand
  • Online Written Materials
  • Face-to-face classes at the Apex Campus
  • Mandatory actual work training (work placement)
Assessments
  • Short Questions     
  • Case Studies
  • Research
  • Simulated work environment
  • Actual work environment
  • Student Journals
  • Qualified Assessor Assessment
  • Portfolio
  • Verbal Questions
Technical Requirements
  • Computer with working webcam     
  • Stable internet connection
  • Microsoft Office (or equivalent)
  • PDF reading software
  • Zoom
Career Support

We value skill building.

We only win if YOU WIN. So even in delivering career support to our students, they will learn practical skills like:
Effective Job Hunting
Communication Skills
Employer Relationship-building
Apex Training Institute provides assistance to help you kickstart your career
As our student, we can assist you in finding a work placement at no extra expense.
Course Requirements

Interested? Do you think this CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care fits you?

Great! We can’t wait to get you onboard! But, first make sure that you have the following prerequisites and course requirements:

Course Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively in English

  • Apex Training Institute may require a language and literacy assessment during the application process

If working or completing work placement in an organisation that has children within Queensland, students will require a Working with Children Check (Blue Card).

Your Unique Student Identifier (USI) is required to be provided within 14 days of enrolment at Apex*

*Note: Apex might also request access to your USI transcript at any stage during your studies. This transcript will be accessed in line with our privacy policies and procedures. No extra cost

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Difference between our Early Childhood Education and Care Courses

Aspects

Units for Completion

Job Level

Business Opportunities

CHC50121 Diploma Course

15 units (12 core, 3 elective)

Mid to decision maker

Able to open a Family Day Care

CHC30121 Certificate III Course

17 units (15 core, 2 elective)

Entry level

Unable to Open a Family Day Care

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Government Funding

This certification course is eligible for the Higher Level Skills Program

You must meet or have the following requirements to proceed with the initial assessment:

Government Funding Program Requirements
  • Proof of DOB
  • Proof of QLD residency (driver's licence, house rental contract)
  • A permanent resident visa and medicare
  • should not be previously enrolled in Certificate III, Certificate IV or Diploma courses
  • Concession card (optional)
Higher Level Skills – Student Co-Contribution Fees

‍If you're enrolling in a qualification funded under the Higher Level Skills program, a small co-contribution fee applies as follows:



$8 for Concessional students
$15 for Non-concessional students

You may be eligible for the concessional fee if you
  • Hold a current Health Care Card, Pensioner Concession Card, or Commonwealth Seniors Health Card (or are listed as a partner or dependant on one)
  • Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Have a disability (supported by a concession card or documentation)
  • Are an adult prisoner (with formal confirmation from your place of incarceration)

Proof of eligibility can be provided as a clear photocopy, scan, or screenshot of your concession card or supporting documents.

Trainers and Educators

Apex Training Institute will always be Student, Compliance and Industry Obsessed.

Expect to experience quality training from our industry-expert trainers and staff
Manavpreet Kaur
Cert III Early Childhood Education and Care Trainer

Manavpreet Kaur is a passionate and dedicated diploma-qualified educator who loves working with children, valuing their curiosity and energy. She is committed to supporting young lives, finding it deeply rewarding to watch them develop and flourish. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi, Manavpreet strives to provide the best start in each child's development while continually growing in her role as an educator.

Sandeep Kaur
Cert III Early Childhood Education and Care Trainer and Work Placement Support Officer

Sandeep Kaur is a passionate Cert III Early Childhood Education and Care Trainer and Work Placement Support Officer, dedicated to shaping future educators and supporting their practical learning experiences. With a strong focus on hands-on training and real-world application, Sandeep ensures that students not only gain essential knowledge but also succeed in their work placements. Her guidance helps students build the confidence and skills needed to provide exceptional care and education to young children.

Jasmeet Kaur
Cert III Early Childhood Education and Care Assessor

Jasmeet Kaur is a skilled Cert III Early Childhood Education and Care Assessor with a strong commitment to nurturing the next generation of educators. With expertise in early childhood development and a passion for fostering a positive learning environment, Jasmeet supports students in mastering the essential skills needed for success in the field. Her hands-on approach and industry knowledge ensure that learners are well-prepared to provide high-quality care and education to young children.

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Future Trainers and Educators
Completing a Certificate III in Individual Support (CHC33021) makes you eligible to qualify for further study in the following programs:
  • CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services
  • CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
  • CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support
  • CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services
  • CHC53315 Diploma of Mental Health
  • HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing
Frequently asked questions
Are there assessments or exams in the course?

Yes, the courses have assessments at the end of each unit. Students are required to complete and pass them before they can move to the next stage.

Will there be an assessment exam required in our application?

Yes, applicants are required to take a Language Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment as part of the application process.

What are the requirements needed to qualify for the government funding program?

You must meet or have the following requirements:

  • Proof of DOB
  • Proof of QLD residency (driver's licence, house rental contract)
  • A permanent resident visa and medicare
  • should not be previously enrolled in Certificate III, Certificate IV or Diploma courses
  • Concession card (optional)
Will I be assigned a facility for placement?

Each course and program is different. For more information on our placement assistance, please call us at our support hotline: 07-3420 5861

What career support do you provide?

To help make you job-ready, the Apex campus provides a simulated work environment that students could use to acquire hands-on training alongside 1:1 support sessions done online or face-to-face. We also expose you to the actual place environment through a mandatory work placement program.

When can I get my certificate?

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.

I have qualifications, training and/or experience in this field. Can I get my previous training or experience credited?

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:

  • Recognition of prior learning - this process recognises previous work experience, previous formal and informal education among other things;
  • Recognition of statements of attainments issued by other RTOs - known as credit transfers; and,
  • Recognition of qualifications issued by other RTOs - also known as credit transfers.

For more information on all these programs, please check out the Student Handbook found on the Resources page.

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Maitri Manishbhai Gelani

CHC33021 Certificate III in
Individual Support (Ageing)

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.

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Ismail Olarewaju Adedoyin

CHC33021 Certificate III in
Individual Support (Disability)

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.

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Ifeoma Eche

CHC43121 Certificate IV
in Disability Support

Due to the flexibility of the course program its highly encouraging