Foundation Education
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)If you delight in seeing young children explore their world, learn and grow, and would like to make childhood education your career, this is an ideal place to start. With the new Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, you’ll learn how to support children’s wellbeing and development in the context of an approved learning framework.
On completion of the course, you’ll be eligible for roles in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools or kindergartens.
- Already working in childcare without any formal training? This course will provide you with qualifications to increase your responsibilities and help you turn your passion into a career filled with opportunity.
- Ready to contribute more? With a nationally recognised qualification in just 18 months, you’ll be able to put your creativity into practice and take your career to the next level.
- Looking to change careers? Get certified through a flexible, online course that boasts strong employment opportunities upon graduating.
Assessments
Students will need to complete a range of assessment activities such as:
- Knowledge questions
Short-answer questions relevant to the information students have learnt within the unit and the Learner Guide. - Quiz
Quizzes may include multiple choice or matching questions and responses to test the students’ knowledge. - Case Study
Realistic scenario/s requiring students to apply knowledge learnt. - Workplace Project Task
In completing this assessment, the student may use a real workplace supervisor, or this role can be role-played by a friend, family member or another person. Instructions are provided in the assessment. - Workplace Observation Assessment
Students are required to complete set tasks with their nominated workplace supervisor. This also includes the completion of task documents, templates, and client feedback which the student must complete in conjunction with observation tasks. - Video Observation Assessment
Students are required to video record themselves performing tasks for Foundation Education assessors to directly observe and assess. - Structured Work Placement Logbook
Record of service periods/shifts completed by students performing real and simulated tasks in workplace environments. This assessment must be completed in a pre-approved real workplace setting under the direct supervision of a suitably qualified, pre-approved workplace supervisor or supervisors.
Computer Requirements
- Computer: Laptop or desktop computer with working speakers or headphone points
- Internet: High-speed internet such as Broadband or ADSL, T1/T2, fibre optic (Dial-up access is not recommended)
- Windows: Operating system – Windows 8 or above
- Internet Browser: Google Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Internet Explorer 11
- MAC: Operating system - OS X 10.14 Mojave or later
- Software: Flash, Adobe Reader, Microsoft Word (or Open Office which is free to download)
Resources and Equipment
To successfully complete this course, it’s essential that your placement provider has the necessary equipment, resources and/or documentation. For detailed information on these requirements, please submit an enquiry form to obtain a copy of the complete list from a friendly Foundation Education Careers Advisor.
Course Flyer
For detailed course information, please submit an enquiry form to obtain a course flyer and speak with a friendly Foundation Education Careers Advisor.
Delivery mode
Foundation Education offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Work Placement
Students must complete 160 hours of work placement under the supervision of a suitably qualified person (refer to the workplace supervisor requirements for more details).Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
There are no formal entry requirements in this qualification.
Education
No specific educational prerequisites are required to enrol in this course.
Parental permission
If the prospective student is under 18, a parent or guardian will need to sign their enrolment form.
External requirements
HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting is an external requirement and must be completed with an external provider.
Residency status
To enrol, the prospective student must either be a permanent Australian resident (or equivalent) or have the right to study in Australia other than on a student Visa.
Physical capability
Reasonable physical capability is required to complete this course. Physical activities required for the practical components of this course include (but are not limited to):
- Supervising, interacting with and providing care services to children aged 0-6, including babies and toddlers.
Work placement
Students must complete 160 hours of work placement under the supervision of a suitably qualified person in an early childhood education and care workplace. The following units carry an attendance requirement of 160 hours; CHCECE033, CHCECE036, CHCECE035, CHCECE031, and CHCECE032. The 160 placement hours for these five units may be completed concurrently, making the overall work placement duration 160 hours.
Workplace supervisor requirements
The supervisor must provide evidence of one of the below options:
- Hold a Certificate III in an Early Childhood Education and Care or
- Hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
Working with Children Check (WWCC)
Students who are enrolled in this qualification must hold and provide a copy of their valid Working with Children Check prior to commencement of any placement activities. Note that the placement provider may have additional requirements. The student should confirm this with their hosting employer before commencement.
Course fees
Please note: This is a fee-for-service program.
Foundation Education offers flexible payment plans beginning from just $59.53* a week!
Enquire now to find out more about instalment plans or saving on your course fees by paying upfront.
*Payment plan total is $100 deposit + 78 weekly payments. Foundation Education uses the direct debiting services of Debitsuccess on payment plans. Payment plans will incur a $12 establishment fee, charged with the first instalment, plus a 3.63% transaction fee on each transaction. Weekly payment amount provided is already inclusive of the transaction fee.
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...
Trainee
A Trainee is someone working in an entry level position within a business or organisation. Trainees are employed in a range of industries and you’l...
Home Tutor
A Home Tutor works with students to support their education in a home environment. You might work with primary or secondary school students to impr...
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...
Dance Teacher
A Dance Teacher teaches dance techniques and performance skills in a range of dance genres. You’ll work with students at all levels of ability and...
Early Childhood Center Manager
An Early Childhood Centre Manager oversees the daily operations of an early education facility. You might work in a childcare centre, kindergarten,...
Early Intervention Specialist
An Early Intervention Specialist supports young children with developmental delays or disabilities, helping them reach their full potential. You mi...
Youth Advocate
A Youth Advocate supports and represents the interests of young people, helping them navigate challenges and access services. You might work in com...
Preschool Teacher
A Preschool Teacher nurtures and educates young children in the years before they start primary school. You might work in a preschool, childcare ce...
About Foundation Education
We are one of the few Registered Training Organisations in Australia who endeavour to deliver flexible online training solutions designed to fit our students’ lifestyles. We provide excellence in Vocational Education and Training and have an established partnership network that drives the quality of graduates across each industry.
Foundation Education RTO 22557.
