Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Jobs and Skills WA: Childcare courses
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Early childhood educators work in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools or kindergartens; and facilitate education and care programs to young children.

With this qualification, you'll learn how to support children’s wellbeing and development within an approved learning framework.

You'll learn about developmental needs for children of different ages, including babies and toddlers; inclusion and diversity; how to observe and manage the health, safety and wellbeing of children; developing and delivering experiences to support children’s play and learning; and so much more! 

Fee-free
Apprenticeship or Traineeship
Existing worker traineeship
School-based apprenticeship or traineeship (SBAT)
VET for secondary students
Industry: Education and Community Services
National course code: CHC30121 | WA State ID: BGY3

Choose a WA TAFE college that delivers this course

To find out more about doing this course at a WA TAFE college, select one of the TAFEs listed below to read their course descriptions. You'll also be able to see at which TAFE campus/es the course is delivered.

If you would like further information such as when the course is available and how to enrol, and details of course fees, or if you have questions about how the course is delivered, please follow the Find out more link to go to the TAFE's website where you will find full course details and contact information so that you can speak to the TAFE directly.

The sector is demanding higher qualifications and training from educators in this field to ensure consistently high standards of education and care for children placed in these services. This can be achieved by completing the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

You'll learn how to interact and foster the development of the children while working within legal requirements and ensuring the children's health and safety are not at risk. You will work closely with children from different backgrounds and cultures and provide care and support for them in various childcare situations.

You will gain skills in:

  • Caring for children
  • Applying health and hygiene principles
  • Understanding legal and ethical requirements
  • Providing nutritional needs for babies and children
  • Developing and implementing play experiences
  • Understanding child development stages
  • Working with families and working effectively in a team environment. 

Locations

Geraldton
Kalgoorlie
Northam

Your gateway to a rewarding career in a growing industry

Early Childhood Education and Care is an expanding industry for those with a genuine interest and passion in the care and education of young children up to the age of 5 years. The childcare industry is demanding higher qualifications and training from educators in this field to ensure consistently high standards of education and care for children placed in these services. This can be achieved by completing the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

You'll learn how to interact and foster the development of the children while working within legal requirements and ensuring the children's health and safety are not at risk.

As part of this qualification you will undertake a work placement where you will be able to apply the skills and knowledge you have learned.

You will work closely with children from different backgrounds and cultures and provide care and support for them in various child care situations.

North Metropolitan TAFE is offering early childhood training to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, visit First Nations Traineeship Program(opens in a new tab) for more information.

Locations

Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent)
Leederville
Midland

This course is the nationally regulated entry-level qualification for educators who wish to support the development and wellbeing of children from birth to school age in an early childhood education and care setting. You will learn how to implement the National Quality Framework, National Regulations and National Quality Standards. 

Throughout this course, you will learn about best practices for facilitating children’s play, creating healthy and safe environments and cultural competence. You will learn how to facilitate development in the context of an approved learning framework, following established policies and procedures.

Locations

Broome Campus
Derby Campus
Fitzroy Crossing Campus
Halls Creek Campus
Karratha Campus
Kununurra Campus
Minurmarghali Mia Campus
Pundulmurra Campus
Tom Price Campus
Wyndham Campus

Early Childhood Education and Care is an expanding sector for those with a passion for the care and education of young children up to the age of 5 years. The sector is demanding higher qualifications and training from educators to ensure consistently high standards of education and care for children placed in these services. This can be achieved by completing the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

You'll learn how to interact and foster the development of the children while working within legal requirements and ensuring the children's health and safety are not at risk. 

As part of this qualification you will undertake a work placement where you will be able to apply the skills and knowledge you have learned.

You will work closely with children from different backgrounds and cultures and provide care and support for them in various child care situations.

90% of surveyed students were highly satisfied with this course.

Locations

Armadale
Mandurah
Murdoch
Rockingham
Thornlie

When you complete this course you will be ready for a career in early childhood education and care. You will have the skills and knowledge to work effectively as an educator, supporting the development and wellbeing of children aged 0 to 5 years. You will gain an understanding of children's individual developmental needs and be able to provide safe learning opportunities and support to children from diverse backgrounds.

Locations

Albany
Bunbury
Busselton
Esperance
Harvey
Katanning
Manjimup
Margaret River
Narrogin

Choose a private training provider that delivers this course

This course is available from registered training organisations (accredited private training providers) that are also funded through Jobs and Skills WA. Select from the list below, and follow the link to the provider's website for further information about the course and how to enrol.

Australian Child Care Career Options (ACCCO) is a nationally recognised registered training organisation (RTO) delivering early childhood qualifications for over 26 years.   ACCCO’s longevity ensures students are trained by a reputable organisation with close links to industry.

ACCCO is renowned for face to face on the job training delivered by passionate, industry expert trainers who cater to student needs.    Progression through a course is aided by regular study sessions, state of the art online learning management system, and an academic hotline.

The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care offers employment opportunities ranging from long day care, kindergarten, and family day care.  This qualification can be delivered under subsidised training through a Traineeship or through Priority Industry Training (PIT).

Contact us now to check your eligibility for funding:

Email: info@accco.com.au, Phone: Free call 1300 139 406

Fill out the webform: https://accco.com.au/enrolment/

Delivery location

Perth

The Australian Higher Education Academy is one of the oldest Registered Training Providers in WA and offers the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care via the following pathways:
1. As a traineeship for those employed in the industry. Trainers and assessors visit the workplace at times to suit both the employer and the trainee to ensure minimum disruption and provide individualised training sessions. 
2. In face to face classes in a central Perth location for those wishing to become employed in the industry. Classes are in purpose designed facilities with small classes. 
Call 9321 0168 to discuss the options available. 

Delivery location

Perth

Our CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care qualification is a nationally recognised entry pathway into the child care industry and is designed to develop multi-skilled educators for the broad range of settings. Students who complete this qualification are able to provide childcare education support in a range of settings including community and private educational settings. Australian Employment & Training Services (AEATS) provides the opportunity for students to undertake this program predominantly via trainer led ZOOM delivery with the addition of physical classroom delivery for the convenience of students once per week. AEATS offers this program averaging four days per week for a period of 19 weeks before completing an additional 160 hours of workplace assessment. AEATS has a broad range of Childcare facilities which its dedicated placement coordinators utilise for quality practical placement opportunities. If you are considering undertaking this qualification, please talk to our enrolment team who will explain in further details the requirements of the course, pricing and commencement dates. AEATS offers this program on a weekly rolling enrolment program meaning you can commence your course straight away after meeting the enrolment criteria and supply of essential information. Please visit www.aeats.com.au for further information. 

Delivery location

Perth

This course will prepare you for a future career in early childhood education, providing a healthy, safe and caring environment for children. You will gain the skills to communicate and work collaboratively with educators, as well as to support the children’s holistic well-being, health and safety. 

If you love working with young children up to the age of 5 years, have a genuine interest and passion for education, then this is the perfect career for you. The CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care can kickstart your career or upskill you into the current qualification to work in a range of contexts from Family Day Care to Childcare Centres and Outside of school hours care. This qualification is offered through traineeship delivery in a workplace, where you earn while you learn or through recognition of prior learning (RPL) and training for skilled workers, currently working in the industry (conditions apply). An experienced ATC Work Smart trainer and assessor will support you every step of the way and lead you to success. You will be able to contact them when you need to and will regularly visit you in the workplace to offer guidance and support across our delivery regions in Perth, Peel, South West and Great Southern. This qualification is part of the government's FREE in ’24 initiative where you won’t pay any course fees from the 1st January 2024. Some eligibility conditions apply for the free training, please contact us at 1300 177 337 or visit our website for further information. 

Delivery locations

Perth
Peel/Mandurah
Great Southern
South West

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. They support children’s wellbeing, and development in the context of an approved learning framework. Educators use a range of well-developed skills and knowledge using discretion and judgment when carrying out their work in the context of established policies and procedures. They may work independently or under the guidance of others, in some contexts that guidance may not be on-site. Early childhood educators work in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools or kindergartens. To achieve this qualification, the individual must have completed a total of least 160 hours of work in a regulated children’s education and care service in Australia as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency. The total number of hours may be applied collectively across all units of competency that include the requirement for workplace hours. CTAS Education deliver training and assessment through a traineeship model, which means you learn on the job through part-time or full-time employment. There are no prerequisite qualifications for this course, however you must demonstrate sound language, literacy and numeracy skill and obtain a Working with Children Check. All learners are assigned a CTAS Education Trainer/Assessor that guide and support them throughout their learning journey. Some of the assessment methods utilised during the qualification are as follows: knowledge assessment and workplace observation.

Delivery location

Perth

The Early Childhood Education and Care qualifications focus on the knowledge and skills needed to plan activities in a learn through play environment. Learn how to support children in achieving their developmental outcomes as individuals and in a group situation. These qualifications will provide you with the ability to work in a range of early childhood education settings within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and National Quality Standard. 

Delivery location

Perth

FEC is proving Workplace Training for staff undertaking a traineeship in the Nationally Accredited CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. Our staffwillwork with trainees in their workplaces around the needs of the employer and the workplace. 

Delivery location

Perth

Established in 2010, Gateway Training Academy has helped thousands of students achieve their educational goals and assisted clients in numerous industries with workforce development. Gateway prides itself on its ethos of mutual respect and Integrity. With a world-class curriculum and an interactive learning management system, Gateway is committed to the student experience and ensuring support is just a few clicks or a phone call away. 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. Early childhood educators work in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools or kindergarten. Student will learn how to support children’s wellbeing, and development in the context of an approved learning framework. Whilst studying this qualification, students will develop a range of skills and knowledge including food safety practices, nurturing for babies and toddlers, supporting play, and learning and work health and safety in an early childhood education setting. 

Delivery location

Perth

This course forms the building block for your Childcare career and is compulsory for anyone working within the Early Learning and Childcare industry.
Our Certificate III course will help you to become a competent, effective and highly valued employee. It is a well-balanced Practical and Theoretical Program delivered via skilled and experienced trainers with years of experience within Early Learning Childcare Centres.

Delivery location

Perth

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. They support children’s well-being, and development in the context of an approved learning framework. Educators use a range of well-developed skills and knowledge using discretion and judgement when carrying out their work in the context of established policies and procedures. They may work independently or under the guidance of others, though in some contexts that guidance may not be on-site.
Early childhood educators work in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools, or kindergartens.
To achieve this qualification, the individual must have completed a total of least 160 hours of work in a regulated children’s education and care service in Australia.
We provide this course through a Traineeship (workplace based) model across all locations in Western Australia.

Delivery location

Perth

The CHC30121 – Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care qualification is suited to the role of workers in a range of Early Childhood Educational settings who work within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard. Having completed this course, you can support the implementation of an approved learning framework, and support children’s wellbeing, learning and development. This course teaches you the skills and knowledge to provide care to children, and to plan engaging and educational activities to maximise their development. You will be able to create individual profiles and provide appropriate education and care for the children you are working with. You may choose to work under direct supervision or autonomously. It is perfect for those who want to significantly boost education and work in child care, day-care, family day care, nannying, and other positions that call for prior expertise encouraging young people’s development and/or care. For admission enquiries, please contact enquiry@ihna.edu.au or 1800 22 52 83.

Delivery location

Perth

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. They support children’s well-being, and development in the context of an approved learning framework. Educators use a range of well-developed skills and knowledge using discretion and judgement when carrying out their work in the context of established policies and procedures. They may work independently or under the guidance of others.
Our students gain skills in:
•    Providing care for babies & children
•    Child behaviour
•    Health and hygiene for children
•    First aid
•    Identifying children at risk
•    Developing & supporting a play environment
•    Child development
This qualification is directly aligned with priority industry areas where the jobs are today, and into the future. Affordable payment plans and all training resources are provided at no extra charge!
This qualification is available at our Morley and Rockingham campus locations, or in the workplace under a traineeship. Call us on 1300 046 744!

Delivery locations

Morley
Rockingham

This qualification reflects the role of educators in early childhood education and care who work in a regulated children education and care services in Australia. They support children's wellbeing and development in the context of an approved learning framework. Educators use a range of well-developed skills and knowledge using discretion and judgement when carrying out their work in the context of established policies and procedures. They may work independently or under the guidance of others. Please contact us on 0897 215033 or via email courseinfo@jsw.org.au for further information.

Delivery location

Perth

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. They support children's well-being, and development in the context of an approved learning framework. Educators use a range of well-developed skills and knowledge using discretion and judgement when carrying out their work in the context of established policies and procedures. They may work independently or under the guidance of others, though in some contexts that guidance may not be on-site. Early childhood educators work in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools or kindergartens. To achieve this qualification, the individual must have completed a total of least 160 hours of work in a regulated children's education and care service in Australia as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency. Under the Education and Care Services National Law (2011) the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) publishes lists of approved early childhood education and care qualifications and information regarding regulatory requirements here: www.acecqa.gov.au.  
This qualification is suitable for new entrants who are interested in pursuing a position as an Early childhood educator, Childcare assistant, Kindergarten assistant, Family day educator, Nanny, Before and after school care assistant. There are no entry requirements for this qualification. This course is delivered over 12 months. 

Delivery location

Perth

Meerilinga Training College promotes professional excellence in the early childhood education sector by developing educators who inspire children's curiosity and earning. We are a registered training organisation (6000) and provider with more than 30 years experience in the early childhood sector. At Meerilinga Training College its not just about what we do, its about how and why we do it. With additional support, flexible learning plans tailored to individual needs and friendly, professional trainers who know you by name not as a number, you become part of our community. Meerilinga Training College provides training for employees n their workplace and work in partnership with employers to facilitate best practice outcomes for trainees to enable great futures for children. For further information, contact our student services team at mtc@meerilinga.org.au or visit www.meerilinga.org.au/training 

Delivery location

Perth

This CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood 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. They support children’s wellbeing, and development in the context of an approved learning framework. This qualification is typically delivered over a duration of 39 weeks, including 240 hours of work placement in a regulated long day care facility. The training is conducted by a qualified, industry current, trainer and assessor to ensure the learning is relevant and up to date. The training will take place in a classroom environment using face-to-face training methods at one of our study locations. Intakes are scheduled throughout the year.

Delivery locations

Perth
Peel

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.  They support children's wellbeing, and development in the context of an approved learning framework.  Educators use a range of well-developed skills and knowledge using discretion and judgement when carrying out their work in the context of established policies and procedures. They may work independently or under the guidance of others.

Delivery location

Perth

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. They support children’s wellbeing, and development in the context of an approved learning framework. Educators use a range of well-developed skills and knowledge using discretion and judgement when carrying out their work in the context of established policies and procedures. They may work independently or under the guidance of others.
Pathways from this Qualification
Higher level such as CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.
Duration of this Qualification
This qualification will take 18-36 months to complete as either a traineeship or Priority Industry Training and you must have completed at least 160 hours of work in a regulated children’s education and care service in Australia.
Cost of this Qualification
Please Note: This qualification is directly aligned with priority industry areas where jobs are today, and into the future. You will only pay resource fees.
How will I be Assessed?
•    Verbal/written assessment/s of underpinning knowledge
•    Observation within the workplace
•    Workshop action learning scenarios
•    In-class participation
•    Workplace projects
RPL is available for this qualification.
What will I get at the end of this Qualification/Course?
Statement of Attainment for units completed
Certificate: If all required units are completed

Delivery locations

Perth
Mid West

Do you love working with children? If you do, take the first step towards this rewarding career by enrolling in the CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care course today! This qualification reflects the role of workers in a range of children’s education and care services who work within the requirements of the National Regulations and the National Quality Standard. The course runs for 32 weeks and includes 160 hours work placement. For further information call 1300 361 343. 

Delivery location

Peel

Studying the CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care will equip students with the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to teach children across all early development education industry sectors. In this fee free course, you will learn how to design and implement curriculums aligned with an approved learning framework and maintain compliance in other areas of service operations. You will gain specialised knowledge to analyse and apply theoretical concepts to various early learning environments. During this course, you are required to complete 160 hours of work placement to allow you to apply and develop the skills you have learned in a real-world setting. Our work placement team will work with you to arrange your placement. When you complete this qualification, you will have the skills and practices necessary to teach young children in various early education settings, ranging from early learning and childcare centres to kindergarten and pre and junior primary classrooms. Students must meet the eligibility requirements and agree to the mandatory attendance requirements to apply for this course for Job Seekers. You will be considered a 'Job Seeker' if you are unemployed or underemployed (working less than 20 hours a week with one or across multiple employers). Mandatory attendance is 2 days per week. Please speak to the Career Advisors or the Student Services team at TrainSmart Australia. For further information and details, visit our website www.tsa.edu.au If want to pursue a rewarding career in community services, phone 1300 855 517 for information.

Delivery location

Perth

This qualification provides participants with the opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to secure employment in registered early education and care centres as an early childhood education and care educator.
This qualification is delivered as a Traineeship on-the-job in the Perth Metro and Peel Regions.

Delivery locations

Perth Metro
Peel Region

Acquire the skills and knowledge to provide care and support to meet the developmental and educational needs of babies, infants, and young children. You will develop the skills to plan, engage and implement educational programs for children in various childcare settings. This course is delivered through two pathways:
1. A traineeship pathway up to 24 months. 
2. Institutional Based Training  is run over a 26-week period including 5 weeks of workplace training. 
For further information including eligibility requirements, please contact us at 6371 9999 or visit our website.

Delivery location

Perth

The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is designed to develop a range of competencies and skills. The demand for early childhood educators is increasing. Learn the skills and gain knowledge to provide a positive environment and facilitate children’s play and learning.
Through the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, you will be equipped for a position as a child care worker or educator.
This Certificate also incorporates a work experience element so you will get to put into practice the theory and skills you learn.
Increase your skills in the areas of:
•    Caring for children, babies and toddlers
•    Supporting holistic development
•    Providing first aid
•    Working within legal and ethical frameworks
•    Identifying and responding to children at risk
•    Nutrition for children
•    Supporting play and learning
•    Supporting behaviour of children
(08) 9527 6553
Delivery Method: Face to Face learning (3 days per week)
6 months duration + Vocational placement
Program: Participation - Work Readiness

Delivery location

Rockingham

Kickstart your career in childcare with a Cert 3 in Early Childhood Education and Care. Learn all the essential knowledge you need to provide the appropriate care and implement the right development tools for children. Gain an understanding of effective interaction and communication methods with children of all ages including, babies, toddlers and children. Be prepared with suitable work health and safety knowledge, nutritional tips and a childcare first aid competency. Childcare workers are always needed and undoubtedly help shape the future through the development and care of children within their most influential years.

Delivery location

Perth

This course will prepare students with the essential knowledge needed to ensure the health and safety of children, develop cultural competence, create and strengthen positive relationships with children, as well as being able to foster the holistic development and wellbeing of a child in early childhood. 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. They support children’s wellbeing, and development in the context of an approved learning framework. Educators use a range of well-developed skills and knowledge using discretion and judgment when carrying out their work in the context of established policies and procedures. They may work independently or under the guidance of others, though in some contexts that guidance may not be on-site. There are 17 units must be selected for this qualification including 15 core units and 2 elective units. 

Delivery location

Perth

The information presented on the course lists within this website is provided to the Department of Training and Workforce Development by the WA TAFE colleges and private training providers, and is offered as a guide only. It is updated regularly, however some changes to details may occur in between updates. You should always contact the TAFE or private training provider directly to confirm details and/or ask questions.