Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care CHC50125
CRICOS: 118917H
Course Overview
| Duration | Work Component Hours | Delivery Location | Fees & Intake |
|---|---|---|---|
|
104 weeks |
400 hours |
Classroom based Face to face learning – Main campus (Melbourne) |
This program includes management competencies which will equip graduates with the knowledge and confidence to meet the daily challenges of working within the early childhood industry and the ability to lead and mentor other staff and volunteers.
Students’ opportunities to gain employment in the following areas are dramatically increased after completing this course:
- Early childhood educator
- Family day care educator
- Kindergarten early childhood educator
- Nanny /in home carer
- Room leader
- Centre director
- Play group supervisor
*Special Scholarship
See more in our brochure / Special Scholarships (promotional fees 2026)
What you will learn
You will develop advanced skills in leadership, team management, and curriculum design for early childhood education settings. The course also builds your confidence to lead educational programs, ensure compliance with national standards, and foster strong partnerships with families and communities.
Includes 400 hours of practical placement within an approved Early Childhood Education and Care centre.
Entry requirements and admissions
Age requirements
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Course Structure
List of Units
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment
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
CHCECE057 Use collaborative practices to uphold child protection principles
CHCMGT003 Lead the work team
BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness
Outcomes
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