This course provides foundational knowledge and practical skills to support the learning and development of young children. It covers essential topics such as child health, safety, and wellbeing, developing positive relationships, and using approved learning frameworks. Students are required to complete a practical placement to gain hands-on experience. Graduates can pursue roles such as Early Childhood Educator, Family Day Care Worker, and Nanny, and may continue their studies with higher qualifications in early childhood education.
Total Tuition Fees (AUD):
$ 11,000
Study Load:
Full-time(20 Hours per week)
Campus:
Sydney CBD & Parramatta
The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education at Invicta is designed to equip students with the foundational skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career in early childhood education and care. This course provides a blend of theoretical learning and practical experience, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to enter the workforce or pursue further education in this field. Develop a deep understanding of early childhood development and learning.
Gain practical skills in caring for and supporting the development of children from birth to 5 years. Learn to create and implement educational programs that promote the holistic development of children.Understand and apply health, safety, and legal requirements in early childhood settings.Foster effective communication and collaborative relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
General Criteria:
▪ Be over the age of 18
▪ Demonstrate a good command of written and spoken English
Prerequisite:
▪ No prerequisite course
Academic Criteria:
Have completed a Secondary School Certificate (SSC)/Australian Year 10/ Certificate II or above qualification/equivalent work experience.
English Language Criteria:
To enter this qualification, applicants must also meet English Language Requirements – IELTS (Academic) overall score of 6.0 or TOEFL IBT 60 or PTE Academic 50 or equivalent. English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following: To enter this qualification, applicants must also meet English Language Requirements – IELTS (Academic) overall score of 6.0 or TOEFL IBT 60 or PTE Academic 50 or equivalent. English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
Minimum five (5) years of study in English in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Britain, America, South America or Ireland.
Completed in Australia in English a substantial component (at least 50%) of a qualification at AQF level 4 or higher.
Completed in Australia in English Year 12 of secondary school.
Completed a recognised ELICOS program and achieved an English Proficiency level of upper intermediate or equivalent.
Applicants may require to undertake the Language, Literacy, Numeracy and digital(LLND) test to achieve a required ACSF level to meet College’s entry requirement.
| Units of Competency | Core/Elective | |
|---|---|---|
| CHCECE055 | Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care | Core |
| CHCECE037 | Support children to connect with the natural environment | Core |
| CHCECE054 | Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures | Core |
| CHCECE032 | Nurture babies and toddlers | Core |
| CHCECE038 | Observe children to inform practice | Core |
| CHCECE031 | Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing | Core |
| HLTWHS001 | Participate in work health and safety | Core |
| CHCECE034 | Use an approved learning framework to guide practice | Core |
| CHCECE030 | Support inclusion and diversity | Core |
| CHCPRT001 | Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | Core |
| CHCECE033 | Develop positive and respectful relationships with children | Core |
| CHCECE035 | Support the holistic learning and development of children | Core |
| CHCECE036 | Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning | Core |
| HLTAID012 | Provide First Aid in an education and care setting | Core |
| CHCECE056 | Work effectively in children’s education and care | Core |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | Elective |
| CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice | Elective |
>> Tuition Fee: AUD 10,000
>> Enrolment Fee: AUD 250
>> Work Placement and material Fee: $AUD 750
>> Total cost: AUD 11,00
Work placement provides students with the opportunity to apply skills and knowledge gained during classroom and simulated training in a real-world environment under supervision.
Work placement is scheduled at the end of each term for two consecutive weeks, across four terms in total, allowing students to progressively develop their competence while reinforcing theory and simulation activities. Each placement block consists of 40 hours, resulting in 160 hours across the course.
During placement, students will engage in a variety of workplace tasks aligned with unit requirements, including supporting children’s health, safety and wellbeing, nurturing babies and toddlers, planning and facilitating play-based learning experiences, documenting observations, implementing inclusive practices, and working collaboratively with colleagues and families. Workplace supervisors and trainers will provide feedback and confirm that students demonstrate competency in line with the National Quality Framework (NQF), service regulations, and unit performance criteria.
To ensure quality of training and assessment, a trainer/assessor will visit students once during each placement block. The trainer visit provides the opportunity to:
Observe students directly in the workplace,
Verify workplace tasks and performance evidence,
Conduct assessment observations,
Liaise with workplace supervisors, and
Provide guidance, support, and feedback to students.
This structured approach, combined with regular trainer visits, ensures students gain meaningful, hands-on experience while meeting the practical evidence requirements of the qualification and maintaining strong links between the RTO, the student, and the host service.