Australia Institute of Business and Technology
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)CHC50121 – Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care reflects the role of educators in early childhood education and care who work in regulated children’s education and care services in Australia. Educators at this level are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum that meets the requirements of an approved learning framework and for maintaining compliance in other areas of service operations. They use specialised knowledge and analyse and apply theoretical concepts to diverse work situations. They may have responsibility for supervision of volunteers or other educators./p>
Early childhood educators work in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools or kindergartens
To achieve this qualification, the individual must attend face to face classes, up to four days per week and have completed a total of least 280 hours of work in a regulated children’s education and care service in Australia as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency. Students will be required to complete placement during breaks and outside of their face to face classes. The total number of hours may be applied collectively across all units of competency that include the requirement for workplace hours.
Delivery mode
Australia Institute of Business and Technology offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Unit 7 27 Selhurst Street Coopers Plains Brisbane
- Levels 2 – 3 18 Mt Gravatt-Capalaba Road Upper Mount Gravatt Brisbane
- Shop 7 235 Nursery Road Mount Gravatt Brisbane
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care will prepare you for the following roles.
Childcare Centre Manager
A Childcare Centre Manager oversees the daily running of childcare facilities such as long day care centres, occasional care facilities or a childc...
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...
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...
Childcare Director
A Childcare Director coordinates the daily activities at a childcare centre. You’ll supervise a team of staff and ensure a centre meets all complia...
Lead Educator
A Lead Educator cares for young children and babies in a childcare centre. You’ll prepare educational programs and organise activities that nurture...
Service Director
A Service Director oversees operations at a childcare centre or early childhood education facility. You’ll ensure a centre is running efficiently a...
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...
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...
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 Australia Institute of Business and Technology
AIBT is one of Australia’s top private vocational education providers, having recruited over 15,000 international students from over 80 different countries around the world.
Established in 2015, our team of experienced trainers have active industry networks and real-world skills to ensure all students receive the highest quality of industry-relevant education and practical training.
With state-of-the-art campuses located in Brisbane, Sydney and Hobart, AIBT offers the best vocational education available to get students job-ready. Our simulated labs, training restaurants and engineering workshops are fully equipped and help students gain practical and employable skills aligned with current industry standards that are highly valued by employers.
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