Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (SA Only)

Course Overview

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. These educators play a key role in supporting children’s wellbeing and development within the framework of an approved learning curriculum.

They apply a range of well-developed skills and knowledge, exercising discretion and judgment in accordance with established policies and procedures. Educators may work independently or under the guidance of others; however, in some settings, that guidance may not be available on-site.

Work Placement Requirement:

As a requirement of this course, you will complete work placements totaling 160 hours in a Childhood Education and Care setting. This hands-on industry experience will prepare you for your future career.

• If you are already employed in chosen industry you may be able to complete your work placement at your current workplace subject to employer meeting required requirements.
• If you are not currently employed in chosen industry, we recommend finding a work place as soon as you are enrolled into qualification.

On successful completion of the course and assessment requirements, participants will be issued a Qualification Certificate and Transcript of Record in accordance with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). If a student does not complete all units required, they will be issued a statement of attainment for the units completed.

Career Outcomes

This qualification may lead to the following career opportunities.

• Childcare Assistant
• Early Childhood Educator
• Family Day Care Educator
• Room Assistant
• Childcare Worker

Entry Requirements

• There are no entry requirements however a National Criminal History Check, obtained at the student’s expense, is mandatory.
• Depending on the placement provider, students may also need to obtain a Working with Children Check; and a NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Milcom has the following requirements: LLN and Pre-training review are required to be completed to assist in identifying whether this qualification is appropriate for the education and employment aspirations of the target learner and to identify student’s needs for additional support during their study.