Course details
CRICOS course code: 107559E
Level of study: Career Based/Vocational
Summary
This qualification reflects the role of workers in a range of early childhood education settings who work within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard. They support the implementation of an approved learning framework, and support children’s wellbeing, learning and development. Depending on the setting, educators may work under direct supervision or autonomously.
FURTHER EDUCATION PATHWAYS
After achieving this qualification, candidates may enrol in CHC50121 - Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care in Riverdale institute
Employment Opportunities
Career opportunities may include:
- Family Day Care Educator
- Family Day Care Educator
- Centre-based Assistant
- Outside School Hours Assistant
- Playgroup Supervisor
- Out of School Hours Care Educator
- Occasional Care worker
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Tuition Fees (AUD $) |
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Duration |
Campus |
Please contact the provider
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Contact institution
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52 weeks
Full time
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Riverdale Institute
Suite 19, 2-14 Station Place
Melton
Victoria
3030
Australia
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Entry criteria
There are no specific entry requirements for this course.
RIVERDALE INSTITUTE has its own following admission requirement
- Successful completion of academic studies equivalent to Australian Year 12 education is required
- Must have evidence of English Language skills of IELTS 5.5 (no band lower than 5.0), TOEFL iBT score of 46, Cambridge English Advanced of 162, Pearson Test of English (Academic) score of 42 or equivalent; alternatively, the student may provide evidence that they have completed a Certificate IV or higher qualification in Australia
- Students should have a reasonable level of fitness since working in this industry can be physically demanding. It is important for you to be at eye level with children which means a lot of bending, kneeling, sitting on the floor, stretching, and lifting
- It is a Training Package requirement of this course that you are physically capable of performing uninterrupted CPR for at least 2 minutes on a CPR adult and child manikin placed on the floor and on a CPR baby manikin placed on a firm surface.
- Students must participate in a minimum of 120 hours of work placement. This will allow time to develop hands-on skills and experience in childcare and demonstrate the practical competencies required to complete the course.
Address
Riverdale Institute
Suite 19, 2-14 Station Place
Melton
Victoria
3030
Australia
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