Melbourne College of Further Education (MCFE) is a small and trusted RTO with over 20 years’ experience in training, supporting and inspiring students to succeed in their chosen pathway. We believe in real skills for real jobs, we take the extra time to customise our course materials and create new and innovative ways of delivering course content.
As a Registered Training Organisation [RTO] qualifications completed with MCFE are recognised nationally. Qualifications achieved through the Australian VET system are also very highly regarded internationally. Our mission is to provide pathways into industry to contribute to a successful, skilled and innovative workforce.
MCFE offers high quality training both face to face and via a blended online model, offering students options to undertake our courses in a way that best suits their lifestyle.
Our trainers are dedicated and highly qualified with extensive practical industry experience and committed to providing quality outcomes to our students and ensuring that all training is both engaging and an enjoyable experience.
Our student support team are extremely passionate and committed to helping students succeed. They are always on hand to help with any questions and provide students with the support they may need to complete the course satisfactorily, especially if circumstances change.
Our CHC40221 Certificate IV in School Based Education Support is referred to in industry as the Cert 4 Education Support or your teacher’s aide course. Education support workers assist teachers and support student learning in a range of primary and secondary classroom settings under the guidance of a teacher or other educational professional. To complete the Certificate in School Based Education Support, you must complete at least 100 hours of work in a classroom environment catering to primary or secondary school students, within at least one approved school.
Over the next five years from November 2011 to 2026, the numbers of Education Support workers is expected to grow very strongly and is likely to reach 118,500 workers by 2026. Source: Jobs and Skills Australia, Employment Projections 2026.
Assessments include: theory questions online via our learning management system, oral questions, projects, and observations of skills.
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Our CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is a course designed for entry-level into the early childhood education and care industry.
As a childcare worker, you will be responsible for the care of children within a childcare facility, making sure you provide the best care possible based on the needs of each individual child and their programs. Gaining the Early Childhood Education and Care certification will assure you have the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in today’s today’s childcare profession.
We employ trainers that are current in the industry, either running their own businesses or working as authorised supervisors and mentors in childcare centres. Our trainers are able to give you insight into the industry including daily demands and have current knowledge of best practices in the industry.
Assessments include: theory question online via our learning management system, oral questions, projects, and observations of skills.
Learn moreAre you passionate about offering children the best opportunities for their individual development?
Our CHC50121 Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care course is designed to train students in all aspects of childcare, from providing care to babies, toddlers and children including assisting with routines, facilitating play to planning and implementing programs that support children’s development.
Some of the advanced skills you will learn in this course include ensuring a facility follows the regulations of the National Quality Framework, management and leadership, health and safety management and development and implementation of curriculum and programs for children including those with additional needs. The course has an ideal balance of theory and practical skills to ensure your confidence to advance in the workplace.
Standard Delivery: 12 months (average)
Extended Delivery: 15 months (extra sessions)
Assessments include: theory questions online via our learning management system, oral questions, projects, and observations of skills.
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