Cairns College of English and Business
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification reflects the role of early childhood educators who are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum in early childhood education and care services. In doing so they work to implement an approved learning framework within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard.
They may have responsibility for supervision of volunteers or other staff.
Delivery mode
Cairns College of English and Business offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Work Placement
Complete mandatory hands-on training in a workplace setting.
- 27 Aplin Street, Cairns
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Successful completion of Certificate III in a related field or two years equivalent “full-time relevant workplace experience
Applicants are to be over the age of 18.
Applicants should have reasonable computer skills including the ability to use and access to the internet.
English Proficiency:
- IELTS 5.0 Or
- completion of CCEB Upper-Intermediate level or
- B2 Level of CEFR – Common European Framework Or
- In the 2 years before applying for the student visa, applicants completed, in Australia and in the English language, either the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education or a substantial component of a course leading to a qualification from the Australian Qualifications Framework at the Certificate IV or higher level, while applicants held a student visa
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 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...
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...
Education Officer
An Education Officer designs and delivers educational programs for various organisations, such as schools, community groups, government agencies, a...
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...
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 Cairns College of English and Business
Cairns College of English & Business (CCEB) is an independent and professional English language and Vocational college dedicated to the provision of high quality education courses in a friendly and supportive environment.
