Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Become a team leader in the early childhood education and care sector
Gain skills in planning, implementing and managing programs in early childhood services, and learn to provide care and meet the needs of infants and young children. This diploma will provide you with the skills and knowledge to manage the operation of a child care service where you would be responsible for planning, implementing and managing programs in early childhood services (0-5 years), in accordance with licensing, accreditation and duty of care requirements. You would also supervise staff and volunteers.
During this course you will learn to provide care and meet the social, emotional, physical and educational needs of infants and young children in various care settings. You will work closely with children from different backgrounds and cultures and provide care and support for them.
Gain these skills
- Skills in managing or leading a team
- Ethical work practices and legal requirements of the industry
- Advanced skills in:
- Care routines
- Working with families
- Observing and recording children's behaviour
- Working with culturally diverse clients
- Managing safety in the workplace
Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:
Child Care Centre Coordinator | Room Leader, Family Coordinator, Educator
Further Study Option(s)
Become a specialist in your field with university study
Course overview
Geraldton
Duration: One Year
Competitive: No
Selection criteria: No selection criteria
| Location | Duration | Competitive | Selection criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geraldton | One Year | No | No selection criteria |
Leederville
Duration: Two semesters
Competitive: No
Selection criteria: No selection criteria
| Location | Duration | Competitive | Selection criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leederville | Two semesters | No | No selection criteria |
Thornlie
Duration: Two semesters
Competitive: No
Selection criteria: No selection criteria
| Location | Duration | Competitive | Selection criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornlie | Two semesters | No | No selection criteria |
Albany
Duration: Two semesters
Competitive: Yes
Selection criteria: No selection criteria
Bunbury
Duration: Two semesters
Competitive: Yes
Selection criteria: No selection criteria
Busselton
Duration: Three semesters
Competitive: No
Selection criteria: No selection criteria
Katanning
Duration: Two semesters
Competitive: No
Selection criteria: No selection criteria
Manjimup
Duration: Three semesters
Competitive: No
Selection criteria: No selection criteria
| Location | Duration | Competitive | Selection criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany | Two semesters | Yes | No selection criteria |
| Bunbury | Two semesters | Yes | No selection criteria |
| Busselton | Three semesters | No | No selection criteria |
| Katanning | Two semesters | No | No selection criteria |
| Manjimup | Three semesters | No | No selection criteria |