CHC30125 Certificate III In Early Childhood Education and Care
START YOUR JOURNEY IN CHILD CARE
Course Overview
Our CHC30125 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care helps you develop practical skills relevant to the early childhood education and care sector. With this course, you will learn to play a vital role in supporting children’s wellbeing, learning, and development within an approved framework. Upon graduation, you will develop practical skills relevant to early childhood education and care environments.
- Standard Pathway
- Intensive Pathway
Duration:
52 weeks (including 12 weeks of holidays)
- Work-Based Training of 12 weeks @ 24 hours per week (total=288 hours)
Tuition Fee:
- International Students
$9,800 - Easy payment plans available
Materials Fee:
$680*
Study Mode:
- Face-to-Face Classroom-Based learning
- Simulated Work Experience (in the Stanley College crèche)
- Work-Based Training
Location:
Perth
CRICOS Course Code:
119601J
Classes are rostered for 3 days per week + self-study component. Weekday classes are available.
Full-time studies require students to attend a minimum of 20 scheduled course contact hours per week.
^Note: Course duration does not include any holidays, where your schedule includes a term break/holiday, this time will be added to your overall course duration.
Duration:
30 weeks (no holidays included)^
- Work-Based Training of 5 weeks @ 38 hours per week (total=190 hours)
Tuition Fee:
- Domestic Students
$2,800 - Easy payment plans available
- Government funding available for eligible domestic students**
Materials Fee:
$680*
Study Mode:
- Face-to-Face Classroom-Based learning
- Simulated Work Experience (in the Stanley College crèche)
- Work-Based Training
Location:
Perth
CRICOS Course Code:
119601J
Classes are rostered for 3 days per week + self-study component. Weekday classes are available.
Full-time studies require students to attend a minimum of 20 scheduled course contact hours per week.
^Note: Course duration does not include any holidays, where your schedule includes a term break/holiday, this time will be added to your overall course duration.
Important fee & policy information
**Funding is available for Domestic Students in Perth ONLY under the Jobs and Skills WA Program:
Course Fee: $0.00
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. These must be charged in accordance with the Fees and Charges Policy. Eligibility criteria apply. Prices as per the VET Fees and Charges Policy 2026.
For more information on Funded Courses, including Entry Requirements and Resource Fees, click here.
*The Materials Fee covers equipment and resources used in the delivery of your course at Stanley College. Please familiarise yourself with our Refund and Cancellation Policy.
Why Study This Course at Stanley College?
Gain real-world knowledge from industry experts who have years of experience in early childhood education and care, supporting your development of practical workplace skills.
Step beyond the classroom and learn in real industry environments, and gain the practical skills and industry connections that employers are looking for.
Through our on-campus crèche, participate in supervised practical learning activities while being guided by experienced trainers.
Job Outlook
This qualification suits students seeking a career in the following job roles:
- Family Day Care Educator
- Kindergarten Assistant
- Long Day Care Educator
- OSHC Educator
Course Entry Requirements
Academic
Completion of Australian Year 10 or equivalent.
English Proficiency
Intermediate Level of English
OR
IELTS Academic or General Training Test Score of 5.0
OR
Other recognised English Language tests such as:
- TOEFL iBT Test Score of 37-50
- PTE Academic Test Score of 31
- Cambridge English: 154
- OET: D Grade
- Duolingo English Test: 80-90
- CEFR Levels / Oxford Test: B1
- CELPIP General: 5
- LANGUAGECERT Academic: 46
- Michigan English Test: 44
OR
Completion of Australian qualifications, evidence of certificate III level or above.
Course Prerequisite Requirements
No prerequisite entry requirements exist for this course.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition is available (on application) to students with prior skills, experience, knowledge, or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training in a related area. Recognition may reduce the duration of your studies.
Course Content
Students must successfully complete the following units:
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CHCECE030 | Support inclusion and diversity |
| CHCECE031 | Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing |
| CHCECE032 | Nurture babies and toddlers |
| CHCECE033 | Develop positive and respectful relationships with children |
| CHCECE034 | Use an approved learning framework to guide practice |
| CHCECE035 | Support holistic learning and development of children |
| CHCECE036 | Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning |
| CHCECE037 | Support children to connect with the natural environment |
| CHCECE038 | Observe children to inform practice |
| CHCECE054 | Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people’s cultures |
| CHCECE055 | Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care |
| CHCECE056 | Work effectively in children’s education and care |
| CHCPRT001 | Identify and respond to children and young people at risk |
| HLTAID012 | Provide First Aid in an education and care setting |
| HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety |
| CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
Work-Based Training
During Work-Based Training, you will be able to practice your skills and knowledge in real workplace settings. This will assist you to be job-ready at graduation. Stanley College has entered into Work-Based Training agreements with a number of employers.
All Work-Based Training are organised by Stanley College’s Employment Liaison Team in consultation with students.
Before commencement of Work-Based Training, students are also required to complete all mandatory prerequisites and provide the following documentation:
- Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- National Police Clearance (WA)*
- National Child Safety Training Completion Certificate**
All fees/charges associated with the additional documentation listed above are not included in course tuition fees and payment is the responsibility of the student.
*Please note – To be employed in the Early Childhood Education industry, a National Police Clearance (NPC) is not required.
However, some Work-Based Training employers may require that you obtain one prior to commencing your Work-Based Training. National Police Certificate (NPC) contains a list of a person’s disclosable court outcomes and pending charges from all Australian police jurisdictions. This includes traffic and non-police prosecuted matters. Where a student has ‘disclosable outcomes or pending charges’, then this may impact Stanley College being able to successfully place them with a Work-Based Training Host Employer, which may impact students being able to successfully complete their studies.
**The National Child Safety Training (Foundation Training Courses 1 and 2) must be completed, and proof must be provided, prior to undertaking any work placement hours in a regulated children’s education and care service. This training is mandated under Section 162B of the Education and Care Services National Law and is separate from the units of competency within this qualification. Further information and access to the training can be found here: National child safety training
Completing a course at Stanley College does not guarantee a migration outcome. If you decide you want to undertake further study or work in Australia, on graduation, you will need to check whether your visa allows this or whether you need to apply for a new visa by referring to www.homeaffairs.gov.au for more information.
Training and Assessment
For further information on where this qualification is trained/assessed and the types of assessment methods used, please click here.
Government Funding
For Domestic Students
Domestic students may be entitled to Youth Allowance, Austudy/Abstudy or the Pensioner Education Supplement. For enquiries, please contact Centerlink on 132 490.
Other Expenses
For other fees and expenses, including Administration Fees, Health Cover, Recognition of Prior Learning, Late and Reassessment Fees, click here.
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