Diploma
of School Age Education and Care
CHC50225

This qualification reflects the role of educators who are responsible for the day-to-day running of a regulated school age education environment or care service in Australia. They plan, implement and manage programs across all areas of service operations. They use specialised knowledge and analyse and apply theoretical concepts to diverse work situations. Educators have responsibility for the supervision of volunteers and/or other staff.

Work Placement Requirements

To achieve this qualification the candidate must complete a total of at least 280 hours of work with school age children in a regulated children’s education and care service in Australia.

Course Duration

12 – 18 months

Course flyer

Download our flyer here for more information, including an overview of core and elective units that make up this qualification.

Potential Job Roles

Educator Outside School Hours
Educators Responsible for Managing School Age Environment and Care
Educational Supervisor
Plan Implement and Manage Educational Programs

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

For more information see the Smart and Skilled website.

Fees

Course:

$6,500 (incl. Materials)

Unit HLTAID012: Additional materials fee

If you hold a current First Aid Certificate please speak with your assessor.

If you do not then the outlay for this unit will be an additional $200.

Traineeship

Funding may be available for New Entrant trainees. Fee will be calculated upon eligibility by the State and Commonwealth Government.