Celtic Training
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care qualification prepares students for a rewarding career in early childhood education. This entry-level qualification equips individuals with the skills to support the development and learning of children in various early childhood settings.
Graduates of this course will be able to assist in delivering quality care and education programs to children, working under the supervision of qualified educators. Roles may include supporting children’s emotional, social, and physical development, providing day-to-day care, and assisting with educational activities in childcare centres, preschools, or home-based settings.
This qualification provides the foundational skills necessary for a fulfilling career in the early childhood sector, with opportunities for further development and specialisation.
Course Duration:
On Campus: 12 weeks + 160 Hours of Placement
Traineeship/Workplace Delivery: 12 months
Delivery mode
Celtic Training offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Traineeship
Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.
Locations
- Level 4, 27 Currie Street, Adelaide
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Completion of grades 10-12 or equivalent
- Demonstrate a satisfactory level of Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) abilities
- Students must be at least 18 years old at the time of commencement of the course
- Must be able to obtain a federal police check
- Students require a mandatory influenza vaccine and may also need a COVID-19 vaccine to begin work placement
- In order to undertake placement, students must obtain a State/territory working with children checkIn order to undertake placement, students must obtain a Through Their Eyes Certification (SA only)
Course fees
- SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Funded:
Concession: $594
Non-Concession: $660
Fee for Service: $4000
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...
About Celtic Training
As the leading private training provider in Health, Community Services, Rehabilitation, Occupational health and related areas in South Australia and Queensland; we only use highly qualified trainers who have the required vocational and training skills for each and every course.
Our quality programs ensure that you get the best training available to meet your training needs. We are actively involved in direct consultation with industry, community services, and peak bodies, which ensures that we have the current knowledge of what is both needed and expected of training.
