Question 1

Course Description

Accepted Answer

This qualification reflects the role of educators in early childhood education and care who work in regulated children’s education and care services in Australia. They support children’s wellbeing, and development in the context of an approved learning framework. Educators use a range of well-developed skills and knowledge using discretion and judgment when carrying out their work in the context of established policies and procedures. They may work independently or under the guidance of others, though in some contexts that guidance may not be on-site.   Early childhood educators work in long day care centres, family day care, pre-schools or kindergartens.   To achieve this qualification, the individual must have completed a total of least 160 hours of work in a regulated children’s education and care service in Australia as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency. The total number of hours may be applied collectively across all units of competency that include the requirement for workplace hours.   No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.   Under the Education and Care Services National Law (2011) the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) publishes lists of approved early childhood education and care qualifications and information regarding regulatory requirements here: www.acecqa.gov.au.

Question 2

Entry Requirements

Accepted Answer

MIA will conduct a pre-confirmation of enrolment, LLN assessment with applicants to ensure their suitability, to undertake and successfully complete the course. IELTS overall band of 4.5 or equivalent

Question 3

Course Structure

Accepted Answer

The program comprises of the following 18 units of competency: Core Units CHCDIV002           Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety CHCECE001          Develop cultural competence CHCECE002          Ensure the health and safety of children CHCECE003          Provide care for children CHCECE004          Promote and provide healthy food and drinks CHCECE005          Provide care for babies and toddlers CHCECE007          Develop positive and respectful relationships with children CHCECE009          Use an approved learning framework to guide practice CHCECE010          Support the holistic development of children in early childhood CHCECE011          Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning CHCECE013          Use information about children to inform practice CHCLEG001          Work legally and ethically CHCPRT001          Identify and respond to children and young people at risk HLTAID004            Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting HLTWHS001         Participate in workplace health and safety Elective Units BSBWOR301        Organise personal work priorities and development CHCECE012         Support children to connect to their world CHCECE014         Comply with Family Day Care administration requirements On successful completion of the program, learners will be awarded with CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Question 4

Delivery Methods

Accepted Answer

This program is designed as a mixture of classroom based training plus a minimum of 160 hours of workplace training*. In classroom training is face-to-face delivery for students to attend and complete in-class activities including: presentation, practice exercises and discussions. Delivery had been timetabled to ensure you can develop the theoretical skills and knowledge and have the opportunity to develop practical skills in a simulated situation before commencing the work experience component of the course. Individual learning include; work/home-study, the completion of assignments and individual reading and research. For the workplace training, it is a compulsory component of this course for all students and students will work in a in a regulated education and care service in Australia with a minimum of 120 hours before graduation. Students are required to take initiatives to contact a regulated education and care facility to undertake the 120 hours work placement training. There is no guarantee of employment or salary payment during workplace training. * Note: Students are required to apply at own cost, or already hold a current Blue Card and proof of First Aid Certificate (HLTAID012). This is essential for students to undertake workplace training.

Question 5

Assessment Methods

Accepted Answer

A variety of assessment methods will be used to assess students’ knowledge and skills. Trainer will explain these in detail before any assessment takes place. Assessment methods may include and not limited to: Written Assessment (questions and answers) Case Study Practical Demonstration/Participation Observation

Question 6

Recognition

Accepted Answer

An application can be made for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) when the student believes that they have already attained the necessary skills and competencies elsewhere (work, other study etc.) or have an equivalent qualification or part of a qualification. MIA recognises the AQF qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued by any other RTOs and grants credit for these towards an award where applicable. The application for RPL and/or Credit Transfer should be lodged prior to or immediately after the enrolment.

Question 7

Fees and Payment

Accepted Answer

Total: $7,500 Application Fee (non-refundable): $200.00 Resource/Material Fee: $600.00 Tuition Fee: $6,700.00 Payment Plan: Initial deposit $1,500.00 upon enrolment Followed by $700.00 per month for 8 months $400 for the final payment Total payable $7,500.00 Please refer to MIA’s enrolment form and student handbook for MIA’s policy on fees and refunds Additional Fee: Students are required to apply Blue Card at their own cost Students are required to hold or study the unit HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting at their own cost

Question 8

Study Outcome

Accepted Answer

After achieving CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, individuals could progress to higher education qualifications in education and care services sector, for example, Diploma in early childhood education and care. This qualification provides a pathway to work in early childhood education care services sectors, possible job titles may include but not limited to: Child Care Worker Nanny Family Day Care Worker

CHC30121
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
(International Student)

Location

Brisbane Campus:

Level 6 119 Charlotte St Brisbane QLD 4000

Course Duration

Full-time: 52 weeks
(Including Term Break: 12 weeks)
Work Placement: 160 hours
Face-to-Face Delivery

Pricing

Total: $7,500.00

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CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (International Student)