Government funded program* VIC (Skills First Program): This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government Funding to eligible applicants.
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CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Course Outline - CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
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Duration
and Delivery: |
This
qualification is delivered over a period of 1913 nominal hours comprising of
classroom sessions, self-directed learning, practical skills demonstration, practical
placement and assessment assistance. |
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Format: |
Classroom
based training and 300 hours of supervised practical placement in children
services facility. Students have a choice of organising their placement at an
approved facility alternately ALACC will provide assistance. The study is
fulltime and Students are required to attend the college for 20 hours per
week. |
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Location: |
Level 1/169 Plenty Road, Preston, VIC 3072. Practical placement
locations as negotiated by ALACC with individual Providers. |
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Purpose: |
This course
provides you with an understanding of working in the early childhood
education and care setting as an educator. It is designed to equip you with
the knowledge & skills required for service delivery for direct
childcare. Students will also develop the skills & knowledge required to
work with children from Multicultural backgrounds. You will learn to support
children’s wellbeing, learning and development. |
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Who May Attend This course is beneficial for any
person who may be working in or interested in working in an early childhood
service or related setting. The course is designed for students who enjoy
working with children and would find satisfaction in the development of young
people. Anyone who wishes to review/update knowledge and practical experience
can join this course or just seeking a new career. |
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Recognition: |
Students
may be able to shorten the length of their studies through the recognition of
past experience and/or qualifications gained elsewhere. Applications can be
made for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer. These will
be assessed according to the college’s policy & procedures to determine
if/how much advanced standing will be granted. This course holds National
Recognition. |
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Pre-Requisites: |
The minimum
age for eligible applicants is 18 years. Applicants must have successfully
completed the equivalent of Year 11 according to the Australian
Qualifications Framework. Proficiency
in English is required to meet Industry standards. Although
LLN test is not an entry requirement, students are asked to undertake the
same so appropriate academic support can be ensured throughout the course of
study. |
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Work
placements: |
Students
will be required to undertake work placements to apply knowledge and develop
their skills as part of the course requirements. Placements may occur in aged
care, disability, or other aged care and community settings in Melbourne or
Regional areas as organised by ALACC and according to the course
requirements. While
ALACC takes responsibility to provides work placements for students. However,
to allow for flexibility, if a student finds a work placement close to their
place of residence, then ALACC will negotiate and have an Agreement with the
Placement Provider before the student attends work placement. Placements
dates are on the timetable but can be subject to change depending on the
appropriate Placement Provider’s ability to take students at a specific given
period. Students need to be flexible with these dates and to ensure they can
attend the placements as soon as it is available. ALACC is committed and ensuring all
students have Placements for the respective course. Pre-and
post- placement skills are assessed at ALACC for the student to be deemed
competent. |
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Pathway: |
Those
seeking a pathway to university have the opportunity to gain entry into a
number of universities following successful completion of the Diploma of
Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC50113) or to gain employment within
the Children Services Sector which may include the following occupational
titles: ·
Early Childhood Educator ·
Child Development Worker ·
Early Childhood Team leader ·
Children’s Services
Director/Manager ·
Coordinator in early Childhood
and Education Setting ·
In Home care Educator ·
Playgroup Supervisor ·
Family Day Care Educator ·
Program Leader in Children’s
Services ·
Children’s Adviser |
Qualification Structure for Local Students
Students need to complete Eighteen (28) units of competency, consisting
of:
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Twenty-three (23) Core Units
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Five (5) Elective Units.
Core Units
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Unit |
Unit Name |
Nominal Hours |
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CHCDIV002 |
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
25 |
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CHCECE001 |
Develop cultural competence |
70 |
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CHCECE002 |
Ensure the health and safety of children |
63 |
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CHCECE003 |
Provide care for children |
70 |
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CHCECE004 |
Promote and provide healthy food and drinks |
35 |
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CHCECE005 |
Provide care for babies and toddlers |
60 |
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CHCECE007 |
Develop positive and respectful relationships with children |
70 |
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CHCECE009 |
Use an approved learning framework to guide practice |
70 |
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CHCECE016 |
Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment for
children |
50 |
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CHCECE017 |
Foster the holistic
development and wellbeing of the child in early childhood |
240 |
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CHCECE018 |
Nurture creativity in children |
80 |
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CHCECE019 |
Facilitate compliance in an education and care services |
120 |
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CHCECE020 |
Establish and implement plans for developing cooperative
behaviour |
50 |
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CHCECE021 |
Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children |
50 |
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CHCECE022 |
Promote children’s agency |
80 |
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CHCECE023 |
Analyse information to inform learning |
70 |
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CHCECE024 |
Design and implement the curriculum to foster children's
learning and development |
170 |
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CHCECE025 |
Embed sustainable practices in service operations |
60 |
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CHCECE026 |
Work in partnership with families to provide appropriate
education and care for children |
70 |
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CHCPRT001 |
Identify and respond to children and young people at risk |
40 |
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HLTAID004 |
Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care
setting |
20 |
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CHCLEG001 |
Work legally and ethically |
55 |
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HLTWHS003 |
Maintain work health and safety |
40 |
Elective Units
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Unit |
Unit Name |
Nominal Hours |
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CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people |
40 |
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CHCINM002 |
Meet community information needs |
70 |
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CHCMGT003 |
Lead the work team |
100 |
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CHCPOL002 |
Develop and implement policy |
90 |
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BSBLED401 |
Develop teams and individual |
40 |
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Description |
Fees (AUD) |
Uniform |
Material Fee |
Registration Fee |
Total (AUD) |
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Full Fee |
$4,950 |
$35 |
N/A |
$50 |
$5,035 |
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Government
Funding Subsidised Fee(Non-Concession)
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$910 ($0.46 per scheduled hour) |
$35 |
N/A |
$50 |
$995 |
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Government
Funding Subsidised Fee(Concession) |
N/A |
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International
Fee |
$24,000 |
N/A |
N/A |
$500 |
$24,500 |
Government Funding Eligibility Criteria
To assess your eligibility for government funding please speak to one
of our friendly staff or use below link:
Click Here to check your eligibility
*Eligible students must: -
1. Present a
Green Medicare card
2. Be a
Permanent resident in Australia
3. Not have a
qualification higher or equal to qualification being applied
For further information please contact our friendly staff.
Email: reception@alacchealth.edu.au
Phone: (03) 9480 4445 / 03 9484 5081
