Victorian Institute of Education
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, though in some contexts that guidance may not be on-site. Early childhood educators work in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools or kindergartens.
Delivery mode
Victorian Institute of Education offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Lvl 3, 741 George st, Sydney CBD, Haymarket
- Ground Floor, 97 Pirie st, Adelaide CBD
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Be at least 17 years of age and have completed Year 12 or equivalent.
Participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs.
Have an IELTS* score of 5.5 (test results must be no more than 2 years old). English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
- Educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country; or
- Successful completion of an English Placement Test
*Note that other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. Students are required to provide their results so that it can be confirmed they are equivalent to IELTS 5.5.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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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 Victorian Institute of Education
Welcome to Victorian Institute of Education, where you discover a huge range of study options available at Victorian Institute of Education (VIE). VIE has two campuses in Sydney and one in Adelaide.
From Business, Technology to Health courses. Victorian Institute of Education is ranked as one of the quality education providers in Australia. Victorian Institute of Education (VIE) is build on deep industry experience to bring you quality courses that ticks all the right boxes. With a range of courses, you are sure to find what you need to improve your skills and achieve your goals and career dreams. Our Health Science courses and business courses are very popular among international students.
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