Macarthur Community College
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Do you hold a Certificate III (CHC30113 or CHC30121) in Early childhood Education and care Services? Have you worked in an Early childhood environment for three years in the last five years, since completing your Certificate III (CHC30113 or CHC30121)?
If you have answered yes to these questions, you could be eligible for recognition of your current skills, knowledge and experience and gain CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care. You will need to be able to show an assessor your competency by providing proof such as supervisor reports, references, job descriptions, photographs, programs and certificates, documentation on children's learning and curriculum planning etc.
Delivery mode
Macarthur Community College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 403 Hume Hwy, Liverpool
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
- NSW Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NSW Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
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 Macarthur Community College
Macarthur Community College Inc is a community based not-for-profit organisation sponsored by the NSW Government to provide open access for all adults (15 years or over except where course is specifically for school students) to a wide range of educational opportunities utilising the facilities of local schools.
