COURSE CODE: CHC50113 | CRISCOS CODE: 095984B | Duration 108 weeks
International Students
CHC50113 | Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
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.
COURSE DETAILS
There are no academic requirements for this qualification, however, Alpha International College requires that all students:
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Pass a National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check.
- Be willing to participate in a minimum of 240 hours of unpaid work placement.
- International Students must have an IELTS of 5.5 or equivalent.
COURSE FEES
| CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care | $12,500 (no concessions) |
| Course Enrolment/ Application Fee | $500 (no refund / can be transferred) |
ADDITIONAL FEES
| National Police Check | $34 (required prior to enrolment) |
| Working with Children Check | $102.70 (required prior to enrolment) |
| Text Books | $150 |
ADMINISTRATION FEES
| Resubmission of Assessment | $20 (per unit) |
| Reissue of Certificate or Statement of Attainment(SOA) | $80 (per certificate or SOA) |
*All payments can be made either by Cheque, Cash or Direct Deposit. Once you have completed and submitted your enrolment form to our office, we will provide an invoice detailing all payment options
This course is structured to ensure that students receive adequate training in CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care. This includes:
- 108 weeks of classroom-based training of 20 hours face-to-face delivery per week
- In addition, students are observed in the workplace over a period of 240 hours.
- Students will also have 6 x 2-week breaks throughout the course duration
The qualification is made up of 28 units of competency which consists of 23 core units and 5 elective units that have been chosen by Alpha International College based on industry requirements.
#No | Unit Code | Unit Name | Core/Elective | Hrs |
1 | CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically | Core | 60 |
2 | CHCECE001 | Develop cultural competence | Core | 40 |
3 | CHCECE002 | Ensure the health and safety of children | Core | 80 |
4 | CHCECE003 | Provide care for children | Core | 80 |
5 | CHCECE004 | Promote and provide healthy food and drinks | Core | 60 |
6 | CHCECE005 | Provide care for babies and toddlers | Core | 80 |
7 | CHCECE007 | Develop positive and respectful relationships with children | Core | 80 |
8 | CHCECE009 | Use an approved learning framework to guide practice | Core | 40 |
9 | CHCECE016 | Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment for children | Core | 60 |
10 | CHCECE017 | Foster the holistic development and wellbeing of the child in early childhood | Core | 240 |
11 | CHCECE018 | Nurture creativity in children | Core | 80 |
12 | CHCECE019 | Facilitate compliance in an education and care service | Core | 120 |
13 | CHCECE020 | Establish and implement plans for developing cooperative behaviour | Core | 60 |
14 | CHCECE021 | Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children | Core | 60 |
15 | CHCECE022 | Promote children’s agency | Core | 80 |
16 | CHCECE023 | Analyse information to inform learning | Core | 80 |
17 | CHCECE024 | Design and implement the curriculum to foster children’s learning and development | Core | 180 |
18 | CHCECE025 | Embed sustainable practices in service operations | Core | 20 |
19 | CHCECE026 | Work in partnership with families to provide appropriate education and care for children | Core | 80 |
20 | CHCPRT001 | Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | Core | 60 |
21 | HLTAID004 | Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting | Core | 20 |
22 | CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety | Core | 40 |
23 | HLTWHS003 | Maintain work health and safety | Core | 40 |
24 | BSBINN502 | Build and sustain an innovative work environment | Elective | 50 |
25 | BSBLED401 | Develop teams and individuals | Elective | 40 |
26 | CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice | Elective | 120 |
27 | CHCMGT003 | Lead the work team | Elective | 60 |
28 | CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | Elective | 20 |
2019
28 January
22 April
15 July
14 October
2020
27 January
20 April
14 July
12 October
HOW TO APPLY
Please contact Alpha International College
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
Students with prior learning and work experience can apply for RPL. Students who have completed corresponding units of competency and/or units contained within the packaging rules can apply for Credit Transfer. RPL evidence must include some of the following:
- Work experience
- Life experience
- Previous study
- Professional development programs
If you wish to apply for RPL or Credit Transfer, please notify Alpha International College on the Enrolment form
A range of assessment methods will be used to assess required skills and knowledge for each unit of competency. These may include but not limited to may be:
- Written assessments,
- Portfolio of Evidence,
- Practical assessments,
- Projects,
- Assignments
- Presentations.
- Demonstrations in the workplace
Students will be notified in advance of the time and form of an assessment. As this is a competency-based training, the outcome of the student assessment will be deemed Competent (C ) or Not Yet Competent (NYC).
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Student needs are declared by the applicant at the time of enrolment: the application form allows the applicant to self-declare where they have learning disabilities. Every student is interviewed either face-to-face or over the telephone to attempt to establish the applicant skill and knowledge levels, their current employment and how that relates to the course content and interaction.
Where language, literacy, and numeracy are in question, Alpha International College has a language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment they may undertake to confirm their level of language, literacy and numeracy skills. Reasonable adjustment to training and assessment will be made and additional support (e.g. LLN, assistive technology, additional training, alternative delivery and assessment modes and methods) provided where students with physical attributes or specific learning needs are identified as requiring these changes to complete their training and assessment.
Students will provide with the following resources required to complete the CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care:
- Learner Guide
- Course Handouts
- Childcare Equipment and Resources
- Assessment resources
Students will need to ensure that they bring the appropriate stationary to their training including an A4 notebook and pens.
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