Optimistic Futures
Diploma of 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. 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.
Delivery mode
Optimistic Futures offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- 4/1447-1451 Sydney Road, Campbellfield
- 9 Central Gr, Broadmeadows
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
CHC30113 / CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
Also, learners need to possess the required Language, Literacy and Numeracy Skills, which are essential to successfully complete this qualification.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
- VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC 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 Optimistic Futures
Optimistic Futures has successfully operated and delivered qualifications since 2014. It started with the Security courses on its scope, and subsequently added courses from the training packages of Community Services, Construction, Plumbing and Services, as well as First Aid fields.
Its gradual growth from a single campus to three operational campuses in Broadmeadows, Campbellfield and Shepparton and from one qualification to ten qualifications plus First Aid courses speaks of its focused endeavours to provide quality education and training to its students, helping them become a vibrant part of Australian work industry.
In addition, the institute has hired appropriate buildings for delivering its courses in 10 other suburbs including: Dandenong, Werribee, Somerton, Sunshine, Braybrook, Roxburgh Park, Point cook, Hoppers crossing, Craigieburn, and Epping. Thus far, Optimistic Futures has a graduate alumnus of nearly 1500 AQF full qualifications including certificates and diploma, and more than 1500 in the First Aid courses.
