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.
Work Placement Requirements
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.
Course Duration
12 – 18 months
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Potential Job Roles
- Early Childhood Educator
- Childcare Worker
- Afterschool Carer
- Nanny
SMART AND SKILLED FUNDING
This training is subsidised by the NSW Government.
ELIGIBILITY
- 15 years old or over
- no longer at school
- living or working in NSW
- an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen
Fees
| Course: | $4,650 (incl. Materials) |
Traineeship
Funding may be available for New Entrant and Existing Worker Trainees. Fee will be calculated upon eligibility by the State or Commonwealth Government.
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