Bellarine Training and Community Hub
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification reflects the role of educators in early childhood education and care who work in regulated children’s education and care services in Australia. They support children’s wellbeing, and development in the context of an approved learning framework. Educators use a range of well-developed skills and knowledge using discretion and judgment when carrying out their work in the context of established policies and procedures. They may work independently or under the guidance of others. Early childhood educators work in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools or kindergartens.
Delivery mode
Bellarine Training and Community Hub offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Work Placement
Complete mandatory hands-on training in a workplace setting.
- 1 John Dory Drive, Ocean Grove
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Students are required to obtain a current clear Victorian Police Check and Working with Children Check to complete this course.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care will prepare you for the following roles.
Childcare Assistant
A Childcare Assistant cares for young children in a group setting such as a childcare centre or an educational program. You might also work in a ho...
Nanny
A Nanny cares for young children and is usually based in the children’s home. Nannies might help parents to care for their children or look after c...
Early Childhood Educator
An Early Childhood Educator delivers educational programs for young children in a childcare facility. You might assist other childcare staff to cre...
Family Day Care Educator
A Family Day Care Educator runs a childcare service for children from their own home. You might deliver educational programs and organise activitie...
Room Assistant
A Room Assistant looks after babies and young children at a childcare centre or early learning facility. You’ll supervise children and assist with...
Childcare Worker
A Childcare Worker cares for young children in a group setting such as a childcare centre, family day care or an educational program. You’ll work w...
Outside School Hours Care Coordinator
An Outside School Hours Care Coordinator supervises before and after school care programs. You’ll work with primary school-aged children and may al...
About Bellarine Training and Community Hub
We were established in 2006 and we provide nationally recognised training throughout Geelong, the Bellarine and the Surfcoast, from Certificate III to Diploma level courses. We are a high quality training organisation, with a high employment rate on completion of courses. We offer placement coordination, small class sizes and expert trainers. Training is provided with Victorian Government funding. Those seeking funded places must meet the funding criteria to be eligible.
