CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Build upon your early childhood education foundation.
Expand your knowledge and skills to become a confident and inspiring leader in early childhood education, empowering young children to reach their full potential. The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care will elevate your skills in the early childhood education and care sector, with a focus on leadership and support.
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 | Karratha | Kununurra | Pundulmurra (South Hedland) | Wyndham
When Available all year
Study Mode Combined (Online and On Campus)
This course equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to lead a childcare service.
Students will develop skills in planning, implementing, and overseeing culturally appropriate programs for early childhood services, ensuring compliance with licensing, accreditation, and duty of care requirements.
Throughout this course, students will learn how to supervise staff and work with community members and external agencies to achieve successful outcomes. Students will also learn how to analyse and apply a range of specialised theoretical concepts to diverse work situations.
The early childhood education and care sector is experiencing increased demand, driven by population growth and an emphasis on the importance of early childhood development. This course provides students with an exciting opportunity to progress into a rewarding and fulfilling career shaping the future of young people.
Throughout this course, you will gain skills in:
- Supporting and leading children's learning and development
- Designing, planning, implementing and evaluating educational programs and practices within an approved learning framework
- Supporting the health, wellbeing, learning and development of children
- Working with community members and external agencies
- Providing leadership and support
- Leading and contributing to service delivery that meets the National Quality Standards
- Managing a variety of education and care services
- Ensuring compliance with service policies and national and/or state-based legislation
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Have completed a Certificate III in Early Child and Education (either CHC30113 or CHC30121)
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Enjoy working with children
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Can work and connect with children, parents, and guardians
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Can work as part of a team and also independently, by using initiative and problem-solving
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Can remain calm under pressure and observant in active environments
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Capacity to complete 280 hours in a regulated early childhood service (at least 7.5 hours per week)
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Physically fit and to be able to lift children and move equipment
Frequently Asked Questions
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 successfully 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 support you in finding 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 280 mandatory hours, as these settings are not approved 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
Q- Will I be able to come to campus to see my lecturer and work on my studies?
A- Broome Campus offer an open classroom every Thursday, all other campuses by appointment only
Important information
Select your preferred campus and apply
Available all year, 2025
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness | $0.00 | $8.45 |
| CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing | $0.00 | $10.75 |
| CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children's education and care service | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children's learning | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE048 Plan and implement children's education and care curriculum | $0.00 | $9.65 |
| CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children's families | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice | $0.00 | $9.65 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $10.75 |
|
|
$0.00 | $4.70 |
|
|
$0.00 | $7.15 |
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 | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness | $0.00 | $8.45 |
| CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing | $0.00 | $10.75 |
| CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children's education and care service | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children's learning | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE048 Plan and implement children's education and care curriculum | $0.00 | $9.65 |
| CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children's families | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice | $0.00 | $9.65 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $10.75 |
|
|
$0.00 | $4.70 |
|
|
$0.00 | $7.15 |
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 | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness | $0.00 | $8.45 |
| CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing | $0.00 | $10.75 |
| CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children's education and care service | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children's learning | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE048 Plan and implement children's education and care curriculum | $0.00 | $9.65 |
| CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children's families | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice | $0.00 | $9.65 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $10.75 |
|
|
$0.00 | $4.70 |
|
|
$0.00 | $7.15 |
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 | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness | $0.00 | $8.45 |
| CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing | $0.00 | $10.75 |
| CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children's education and care service | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children's learning | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE048 Plan and implement children's education and care curriculum | $0.00 | $9.65 |
| CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children's families | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice | $0.00 | $9.65 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $10.75 |
|
|
$0.00 | $4.70 |
|
|
$0.00 | $7.15 |
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 | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness | $0.00 | $8.45 |
| CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing | $0.00 | $10.75 |
| CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children's education and care service | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children's learning | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE048 Plan and implement children's education and care curriculum | $0.00 | $9.65 |
| CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children's families | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice | $0.00 | $9.65 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $10.75 |
|
|
$0.00 | $4.70 |
|
|
$0.00 | $7.15 |
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 | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness | $0.00 | $8.45 |
| CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing | $0.00 | $10.75 |
| CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children's education and care service | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children's learning | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE048 Plan and implement children's education and care curriculum | $0.00 | $9.65 |
| CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children's families | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice | $0.00 | $9.65 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $10.75 |
|
|
$0.00 | $4.70 |
|
|
$0.00 | $7.15 |
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 | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness | $0.00 | $8.45 |
| CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing | $0.00 | $10.75 |
| CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children's education and care service | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children's learning | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE048 Plan and implement children's education and care curriculum | $0.00 | $9.65 |
| CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children's families | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice | $0.00 | $9.65 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $10.75 |
|
|
$0.00 | $4.70 |
|
|
$0.00 | $7.15 |
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 | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness | $0.00 | $8.45 |
| CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children | $0.00 | $4.70 |
| CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing | $0.00 | $10.75 |
| CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children's education and care service | $0.00 | $7.15 |
| CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children's learning | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE048 Plan and implement children's education and care curriculum | $0.00 | $9.65 |
| CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children's families | $0.00 | $6.00 |
| CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice | $0.00 | $9.65 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $10.75 |
|
|
$0.00 | $4.70 |
|
|
$0.00 | $7.15 |
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.