Victoria University

CHC30121

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Turn your passion for working with children into a career with a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CHC30121 at Victoria University Polytechnic.

This course covers the fundamentals of childhood development and caring for children. You’ll gain the skills and expertise to provide quality education for children in a range of environments.

Through classroom learning and two practical placements in early-childhood education and childcare centers, you’ll learn to plan experiences focused on supporting children’s development.

This childhood education course is the minimum requirement to work in the early childhood education and care sector. It is a prerequisite for entry into the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CHC50121.

Delivery mode

Victoria University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • Corner of Nicholson & Buckley Streets, Footscray
  • McKechnie Street, St Albans
  • 235 Hoppers Lane, Werribee
  • 438–460 Ballarat Road, Sunshine North

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* Unavailable
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* Unavailable

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...

Avg yearly income $57,200
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $72,800
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $59,800
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $57,200
Entry barriers Low

About Victoria University

For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond.

VU is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education. From certificates to diplomas, degrees and postgraduate courses, you can begin your studies at any point and pathway between courses to achieve your goals, regardless of your starting point.

Our flexible approach to learning and teaching supports our strategic plan.

We aim to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.