Shape Young Minds and Change Lives
Course Duration
39 Weeks
Delivery Location
Maddington, Mandurah & MIrrabooka
Delivery Mode
Face-to-face classroom-based delivery mode
Funding and Fees
Government Funding Available
Practical Hours
A minimum of 160 hours
If you’re passionate about helping children grow, learn, and thrive, the CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is your perfect starting point. This nationally recognised qualification equips you with the knowledge and hands-on skills to work confidently in early learning environments such as long day care, family day care, kindergartens, and preschool settings.
You’ll learn how to support children’s development, ensure health and safety, and create nurturing, play-based learning experiences that align with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
Under Jobs and Skills WA, you may be eligible for Fee Free training.
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Course Overview
You’ll gain the skills to support children’s learning, emotional wellbeing, and daily care in line with national frameworks and regulations. Topics include:
Who Should Enrol?
You should consider enrolling if:
You’re Nurturing, Creative, and Love Working with Children
You naturally connect with kids and want to make a positive impact during the most important years of their development.You’re Looking for a Stable, High-Demand Career
Early childhood education is a growing industry with ongoing demand for qualified educators across Australia. This course opens doors to steady employment in a range of settings.You’re a School Leaver or Career Starter
Just finished school or looking for your first meaningful job? This course gives you the practical skills and confidence to step into the workforce and start your early learning career.You Want a Fulfilling Career with Purpose
Tired of work that doesn’t inspire you? Early childhood education offers a meaningful path where every day brings the chance to shape young minds and hearts.You Want Flexibility and Work-Life Balance
Whether you’re juggling family life or looking for part-time work options, early childhood education offers flexible hours and a variety of workplace settings to suit your lifestyle.
Entry Criteria
Applicants must complete the following to determine suitability:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
- Suitability Review (SDR),
- Language Literacy and Numeracy assessment
Students must hold a valid Working with Children Check (WWC) or state equivalent, before participating in practical placement.
Fees and Funding
As a Jobs and Skills WA funded provider, we’re proud to offer the Certificate III in Business (BSB30120) under two major government-subsidised initiatives:
- Fee FreeÂ
Eligible students may be able to enrol in this course at no cost under the Fee Free initiative. This means tuition fees are completely covered by the WA Government, making it easier than ever to get qualified for in-demand business roles. - Lower fees, Local Skills
If you don’t qualify for Fee Free, you may still be eligible for significantly reduced course fees under the Lower Fees, Local Skills initiative. This WA Government program helps make vocational education more accessible for everyone—reducing the cost of training in high-demand industries.
The Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as resource fees and other fees.
Australia’s early childhood education sector continues to grow, with increasing demand for passionate, qualified educators to support children during their most important developmental years. Early childhood professionals help lay the foundation for lifelong learning, emotional wellbeing, and social development—making a real impact in the lives of children and families.
Whether you choose to work in long day care, preschool, or family day care, this industry offers a wide variety of rewarding and flexible roles in nurturing, play-based environments.
Units of Study
To be awarded the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, 17 units must be completed consisting of:
- 15 core units
- 2 elective units