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Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

As the early childhood industry continues to grow, it needs passionate and caring people like you to support children during their most influential years! If you are looking to start a fulfilling career in early childhood education, it all begins with acquiring the right qualifications.

Academia's CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is a nationally recognised qualification, that prepares individuals for a rewarding career in the early childhood education and care industry. This certificate is the industry minimum qualification to begin working in Australia's early childhood education and care industry.

When you enrol in Early Childhood Education at Academia, you become part of a nurturing learning environment led by dedicated and experienced trainers. Our skilled educators and child development experts are committed to supporting you throughout your learning journey.

Our Certificate III course includes a minimum of 160 hours of industry placement in an early childhood facility (e.g. childcare centres). Industry placement provides a comprehensive approach to education, combining classroom learning with practical, on-the-job training. This approach is beneficial for students, as it allows them to acquire theoretical knowledge in a classroom setting and then apply and reinforce that knowledge through hands-on experiences at a registered early childhood facility organised by Academia.