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Early Childhood & School Education

Nationally recognised qualifications for educators and support staff who nurture, guide and support children through their early learning and school years.

Available Qualifications

5 courses
CHC40225Certificate IV

Certificate IV in School Based Education Support

Develop the skills to support students with diverse learning needs in primary and secondary school settings.

6 MonthsBlended or Workplace Training
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CHC30125Certificate III

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Begin your career as an educator, nurturing and supporting children in their early learning years.

12 MonthsBlended or Workplace Training
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CHC50125Diploma

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Progress into lead educator and room leader roles, designing programs and mentoring other educators.

12 MonthsBlended or Workplace
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CHC50225Diploma

Diploma of School Age Education and Care

Coordinate and deliver school-age education and care programs for children in outside school hours settings.

12 MonthsBlended or Workplace Training
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CHCSS00147Skill Set

Entry to Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

A set of skills that contribute towards satisfying the entry requirements for the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care for individuals who...

8 WeeksBlended
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