CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Embark on an exciting journey into the world of early childhood education!
As an Early Childhood Educator, you’ll inspire young minds, creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where learning is fun and full of play. Take your first steps toward shaping the future, while making every day an adventure for the children in your care!
This course is fee free* for residents of Western Australia. Some eligibility conditions apply for the fee free training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information. *Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the fee free training.
Overview
Campus Broome | Derby | Fitzroy Crossing | Halls Creek | Online | Kununurra
When Available all year
Study Mode Combined (Online and On Campus) | Online
This course is the nationally regulated entry-level Qualification for educators who wish to support the development and well-being of children from birth to school age in an early childhood education and care setting.
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Support clients with their changing needs
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Understand and respect cultural differences
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Adapt to different policies and services
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Identify the needs of local communities
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Create services and facilities to meet those needs
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Communicate clearly and effectively
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Manage information and provide administrative support
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Practice ethical behaviour in your work
Throughout this course, you will gain skills in:
- Facilitating children's play, cultural competence, and creating healthy and safe environments
- Implementing the National Quality Framework, National Regulations and National Quality Standards
- Facilitating children’s play, cultural competence, and creating healthy and safe environments
- Working within the context of established policies and procedures
- Working independently or under the guidance of others
This course is suited to you if:
- You seek a career in the early childhood education and care profession
- You currently work in the early childhood education and care sector and seek to formalise your skills
- You are a Year 11 or 12 student, looking to begin your future career path
- You have a keen interest in supporting the development and wellbeing of children aged 0 – 5 years
Q- Can placement be completed as a block at the end of a semester or year?
A- In order for students to develop their practical skills, build meaningful relationships with the children and families and complete their assessment tasks, it is a requirement that placement be completed weekly at a ACECQA regulated Early Childhood Service.
Q- I have a young child with no care options available for them while I complete my work placement. Can I bring my child to work placement with me as they will be under my care?
A- Your child is unable to attend work placement with you if they are not an enrolled child at that service. NRTAFE will help you find a work placement. However, we are not able to assist in organising childcare arrangements for your child.
Q- I have a young child with no care options available for them while I attend any optional study classes available on NRTAFE campus. Can I bring my child to the classroom with me?
A- North Regional TAFE is an adult education environment; as such, children are not permitted in the classroom.
Q- Can I complete my placement hours at a Playgroup or a school?
A- Placement hours must be completed at an ACECQA regulated Early Childhood Service. Placement hours completed at a Playgroup or School will not count towards the 160 mandatory hours, as these settings do not come under ACECQA.
Q- Do I need to purchase the textbooks or is this optional?
A- The Karen Kearns textbooks are an important part of your learning resources, and each student must obtain a current copy
Important information
Select your preferred campus and apply
Available all year, 2025
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHCECE030 Support inclusion and diversity | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE031 Support children's health, safety and wellbeing | $0.00 | $0.00 | $9.65 |
| CHCECE032 Nurture babies and toddlers | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE033 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children | $0.00 | $0.00 | $8.45 |
| CHCECE034 Use an approved learning framework to guide practice | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE035 Support the holistic learning and development of children | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE036 Provide experiences to support children's play and learning | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE037 Support children to connect with the natural environment | $0.00 | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE038 Observe children to inform practice | $0.00 | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE054 Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures | $0.00 | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE055 Meet legal and ethical obligations in children's education and care | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE056 Work effectively in children's education and care | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting | $0.00 | $0.00 | $18.95 |
| HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $9.65 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2025.
- All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHCECE030 Support inclusion and diversity | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE031 Support children's health, safety and wellbeing | $0.00 | $0.00 | $9.65 |
| CHCECE032 Nurture babies and toddlers | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE033 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children | $0.00 | $0.00 | $8.45 |
| CHCECE034 Use an approved learning framework to guide practice | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE035 Support the holistic learning and development of children | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE036 Provide experiences to support children's play and learning | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE037 Support children to connect with the natural environment | $0.00 | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE038 Observe children to inform practice | $0.00 | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE054 Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures | $0.00 | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE055 Meet legal and ethical obligations in children's education and care | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE056 Work effectively in children's education and care | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting | $0.00 | $0.00 | $18.95 |
| HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $9.65 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2025.
- All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHCECE030 Support inclusion and diversity | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE031 Support children's health, safety and wellbeing | $0.00 | $0.00 | $9.65 |
| CHCECE032 Nurture babies and toddlers | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE033 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CHCECE034 Use an approved learning framework to guide practice | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE035 Support the holistic learning and development of children | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE036 Provide experiences to support children's play and learning | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE037 Support children to connect with the natural environment | $0.00 | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE038 Observe children to inform practice | $0.00 | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE054 Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures | $0.00 | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE055 Meet legal and ethical obligations in children's education and care | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE056 Work effectively in children's education and care | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting | $0.00 | $0.00 | $18.95 |
| HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $9.65 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2025.
- All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHCECE030 Support inclusion and diversity | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE031 Support children's health, safety and wellbeing | $0.00 | $0.00 | $9.65 |
| CHCECE032 Nurture babies and toddlers | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE033 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children | $0.00 | $0.00 | $8.45 |
| CHCECE034 Use an approved learning framework to guide practice | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE035 Support the holistic learning and development of children | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE036 Provide experiences to support children's play and learning | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE037 Support children to connect with the natural environment | $0.00 | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE038 Observe children to inform practice | $0.00 | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE054 Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures | $0.00 | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE055 Meet legal and ethical obligations in children's education and care | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE056 Work effectively in children's education and care | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting | $0.00 | $0.00 | $18.95 |
| HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $9.65 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2025.
- All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHCECE030 Support inclusion and diversity | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE031 Support children's health, safety and wellbeing | $0.00 | $0.00 | $9.65 |
| CHCECE032 Nurture babies and toddlers | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE033 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children | $0.00 | $0.00 | $8.45 |
| CHCECE034 Use an approved learning framework to guide practice | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE035 Support the holistic learning and development of children | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE036 Provide experiences to support children's play and learning | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE037 Support children to connect with the natural environment | $0.00 | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE038 Observe children to inform practice | $0.00 | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE054 Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures | $0.00 | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE055 Meet legal and ethical obligations in children's education and care | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE056 Work effectively in children's education and care | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting | $0.00 | $0.00 | $18.95 |
| HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $9.65 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2025.
- All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHCECE030 Support inclusion and diversity | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE031 Support children's health, safety and wellbeing | $0.00 | $0.00 | $9.65 |
| CHCECE032 Nurture babies and toddlers | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE033 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children | $0.00 | $0.00 | $8.45 |
| CHCECE034 Use an approved learning framework to guide practice | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE035 Support the holistic learning and development of children | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE036 Provide experiences to support children's play and learning | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE037 Support children to connect with the natural environment | $0.00 | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE038 Observe children to inform practice | $0.00 | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE054 Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures | $0.00 | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE055 Meet legal and ethical obligations in children's education and care | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE056 Work effectively in children's education and care | $0.00 | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting | $0.00 | $0.00 | $18.95 |
| HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety | $0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $7.15 |
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $9.65 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2025.
- All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.