Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

National ID: CHC50125 | State ID: BPA2

Become a team leader in the early childhood education and care sector

This course provides the job-ready skills to be fully qualified to work in the early childhood education and care sector, or in supervisory roles such as child care centre manager and room leader.

The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care covers educators in children's services (early childhood) who are responsible for planning, implementing and managing programs in early childhood services, in accordance with licensing, accreditation and duty of care requirements.

At this level, educators have responsibility for the supervision of other staff and volunteers. In most states, it is the highest qualification required at the director or service manager level for children's service centre-based care and education.

Gain these skills

lead a team in an Education and Care Service
provide care and meet the social, emotional, physical and educational needs of infants and young children in various care settings
ethical work practices and legal requirements of the sector
advanced skills in care routines
working with families
observing and recording children's behaviour
working with culturally diverse clients
managing safety in the workplace
work closely with children from different backgrounds and cultures
provide care and support for children in various child care situations

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Centre Director | Coordinator | Room Leader | Family Coordinator | Educator

Further Study Option(s)

Become a specialist in your field with university study

The information about university credit points and tuition costs provides a general guide only. It is recommended that students discuss credit points with the university or college of their choice at the time of graduation.

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