CHC50121 Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care


Course Code
CHC50121 - Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
Release 1

Course Duration
Self Paced Study hours with up to 24mths to complete. Extension periods can be applied

Course Delivery
Study Online via our User Friendly Student Portal

Payment Options
Total Cost is outlined in our Student Handbook.
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Course Structure
The course is made up of a total of 15 units

RPL Process
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We are currently not taking any new enrolments at this stage for CHC50121.
Studying your course with TrueLearning Australia
This course is designed for people who are passionate about Early Childhood Education and Care and are aiming to gain a formal qualification in this amazing industry. You must be over the age of 16 years (parental permission required for students under 18 years of age) and hold a Permanent Resident visa or be an Australian citizens.
TrueLearning Australia's online student portal makes learning by distance super easy.
Through the online portal you will be able to:
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Access Assessments and resources
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Easily download and upload documents
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Message your trainer with quick responses
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Access thorough feedback and guidance on your assessment submissions
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Be notified when your assessments are marked
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Chat with your trainer and other students if you get stuck or have a question
It is our aim to make your study journey rewarding, stress-free and enjoyable.
Free TLA professional development is offered throughout your course to further develop your knowledge/skills.
This course is Nationally Recognised through the CHC Community Services Training Package.
Course Delivery Plan
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We offer a weekly 3 hour online group for students to access their trainer directly for guidance, assignment clarification and support. The meetings are optional, but highly recommended during this course. They are from the convenience of your own home
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Email and phone support from the trainer
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Trainer Assessment visits to the student's workplace or work placement location
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Self-paced learning is estimated at 18 hours per week for full-time students
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Mandatory 280 hours on the job or work placement location recorded in a logbook
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Participants will have access to a qualified supervisor and assessor
Course duration: 24 months full time (3 months free extension)
Recognition of Prior Learning is available - please contact our office
Course Description
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. Educators at this level are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum that meets the requirements of an approved learning framework and for maintaining compliance in other areas of service operations. They use specialised knowledge and analyse and apply theoretical concepts to diverse work situations. They may have responsibility for supervision of volunteers or other educators.
Course Selection Criteria
The structure of this course is adjustable and flexible to meet the needs of the student and employer.
Students will need to meet the following entry requirements prior to course commencement:
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Students must provide a current Working with Children Check. Apply online: https://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au;
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Must be the age of 16 or over and an Australian citizen or hold a permanent resident visa;
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Provide a valid USI (Unique Student Identifier);
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Complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment before commencement of the course;
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Traineeship: The student is required to be currently working, or commence permanent full-time or part-time employment in a regulated Early Childhood Setting to complete a Traineeship (conditions apply);
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Self-funded: The student has no required employment conditions and may be in full-time, part-time, casual employment or work on a volunteer basis in an Early Childhood Setting and have an agreement with the service to complete their 280 hour compulsory work placement.
Payment Plan
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Payment Plans are available to our students.
Additional Fees
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Current Working with Children Check
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Current HLTAID012 Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting
Mode of Assessment
Assessments will be through a combination of methods including:
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Observation/Demonstration
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Oral Questioning
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Written Tasks
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Third Party Feedback
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Case Studies
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Portfolios of Evidence
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Workplace Recordings (to assist with trainer observation tasks)
Units of Competency
12 core units and 3 elective units
CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development, and wellbeing
CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children
CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children’s learning
CHCECE048 Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum
CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children
CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children
CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children’s families
CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children’s education and care service
CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice
CHCPOL002 Develop and implement policy
CHCMGT003 Lead the work team
BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness
TrueLearning Australia is a member with Early Childhood Australia
Achieve your goals and further your career opportunities to become:
An Educator in a Early Childhood Education service, Room/Team leader, Supervisor, Educational Leader, Centre Director or Area Manager.
The Diploma is highly regarded for Nanny positions in Europe and Australia as well.
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Educational Leader

Centre Director

Nationally Recognised Qualification on the Australian Qualifications Framework


