CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Advance Your Childcare Career
Course Overview
Develop leadership and early childhood education skills relevant to childcare environments with our CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care. With this nationally recognised qualification, you will gain the skills to design and deliver engaging learning programs, create nurturing environments, and ensure services meet Australia’s approved learning frameworks. Step into a rewarding role where you’ll not only support children’s learning and development but also guide and support other educators.
- 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
- Distance Learning and Assessment (Online)
- Structured Learning Activities
- Work-Based Training
Location:
Perth
CRICOS Course Code:
118595K
Classes are rostered for 3 days per week + self-study component.
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:
36 weeks (does not include holidays)
- Work-Based Training of 8 weeks @ 38 hours per week (total=304 hours)
Tuition Fee:
- Domestic Students
$6,600*** - Easy payment plans available
- Government funding available for eligible domestic students**
Materials Fee:
$680*
Study Mode:
- Face-to-face classroom-based learning
- Distance Learning and Assessment (Online)
- Structured Learning Activities
- Work-Based Training
Location:
Perth
CRICOS Course Code:
118595K
Classes are rostered for 3 days per week + self-study component.
Full-time studies require students to attend a minimum of 20 scheduled course contact hours per week.
Important fee & policy information
**Funding is available for Domestic Students ONLY under the Jobs and Skills WA Program:
Course Fee: $0.00
For more information on Funded Courses, including Entry Requirements and Resource Fees, click here.
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.
***VET Student Loans – Stanley College offers this course (Intensive Pathway ONLY for Domestic Students) under the VET Student Loans framework. Students may be aware that VET Student Loans will not be approved for students who do not meet eligibility requirements and that a VET student loan gives rise to a VETSL debt that continues to be a debt due to the Commonwealth until it is repaid. For further information, please see the following webpage: https://www.stanleycollege.edu.au/vet-student-loans/
*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?
Be mentored by industry experts, who will share practical insights, proven strategies, and real-world knowledge, preparing you to step into the industry.
Train in real industry settings and gain practical skills, and be career-ready at Stanley College, as learning doesn’t stop at theories.
Gain the opportunity to apply your skills directly, through our on-campus crèche, guided by experienced trainers.
Job Outlook
This qualification suits students seeking a career in the following job roles:
- Centre Manager
- OSHC Coordinator
Course Entry Requirements
Academic
Completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent.
English Proficiency
Upper-Intermediate Level of English
OR
IELTS Academic or General Training Test Score of 5.5
OR
Other recognised English Language tests, such as:
- TOEFL iBT Test Score of 51-66
- PTE Academic Test Score of 39
- Cambridge English: 162
- OET: C Grade
- Duolingo English Test: 95-100
- CEFR Levels / Oxford Test: B2
- CELPIP General: 6
- LANGUAGECERT Academic: 54
- Michigan English Test: 49
OR
Diploma – Completion of Australian qualifications, evidence of certificate III level (minimum duration 26 weeks) or above
Course Prerequisite Requirements
Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who:
- Hold a CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or
- CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
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 |
|---|---|
| BSBTWK502 | Manage team effectiveness |
| CHCECE041 | Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children |
| CHCECE042 | Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing |
| CHCECE043 | Nurture creativity in children |
| CHCECE044 | Facilitate compliance in a children’s education and care service |
| CHCECE045 | Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children |
| CHCECE046 | Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children |
| CHCECE047 | Analyse information to inform children’s learning |
| CHCECE048 | Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum |
| CHCECE049 | Embed environmental responsibility in service operations |
| CHCECE050 | Work in partnership with children’s families |
| CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
| CHCINM002 | Meet community information needs |
| CHCECE053 | Respond to grievances and complaints about the service |
| HLTWHS003 | Maintain work health and safety |
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 placements are organised by Stanley College’s Employment Liaison Team in consultation with students.
Students undertaking this course must be able to obtain the following, and complete all mandatory prerequisites, to undertake the Work-Based Training component of this course:
- 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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