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Course Description
What will you learn online?
Possible careers include:
- Child Care Worker
- Long Day Care Educator
- Kindergarten Assistant
- Childcare Assistant
- Early Childhood Educator
Student entry requirements
Student entry requirements
The following local entry requirements apply to ensure applicants can fully engage in the course and have the required learning capacity to meet the course requirements. Learners must:
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- An Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Be capable of completing 160 hours of work placement in a registered Early Childhood Education and Care Service.
- Have suitable language, literacy and numeracy skills to read and comprehend learning materials and perform tasks related to recording workplace documents including reading and writing detailed reports, completing observations, reports and other documents, interpreting workplace policy and procedure and reporting hazards.
- Learners are required to pass the ACSF LLN test at the required level in reading, writing and numeracy
- Have sound computer skills to navigate simple software to complete the online component of this course and must be able to use intermediate level Word features in order produce and present word-processed documents/ reports.
- Have access to a laptop or computer, and internet to complete the online course and attend virtual classroom sessions.
- Have a valid Working with Children Check/Blue Card (or be prepared to obtain this prior to work placement)
- Have a valid Police Check (or be prepared to obtain this prior to work placement)
- Have the required immunisations, including COVID-19 vaccination, as required to attend the placement facility. Please note, additional immunisations may be required given Government or placement facility’s health policy changes.
- Complete a Pre-Training Review interview via phone/zoom. The entry requirements will be confirmed through information collected during this interview.
Hader Institute provides support to all learners through the trainer and the Hader Institute of Education Learner Support Officer.
How will you learn online?
Holistic Blended Learning Approach
Experience a comprehensive learning journey through our innovative blended delivery model, expertly designed to cater to diverse learning styles. This engaging approach seamlessly integrates various elements to provide you with a well-rounded education:
- Synchronous Online Classroom Sessions: Immerse yourself in Trainer-led, synchronous online classroom sessions that foster real-time interaction and engagement. These are held weekly for 3 hours in the evening.
- Structured Self-Paced Online Study: Utilise our learning platform for structured, self-paced online study, enabling you to grasp the material at your own pace while maintaining your commitments.
- Dynamic Skills Development and Practice: Elevate your skills during dedicated interactive sessions that encourage hands-on learning and practical application.
- Real-world Work Placement: Gain invaluable real-world experience through a comprehensive 160 hour work placement, equipping
you with practical insights and industry exposure.
Complementing this comprehensive training are personalised one-on-one unit progression mentoring sessions, tailored to your unique needs. The entire program spans 52 weeks (12 months), thoughtfully divided as follows: - 44 Weeks: Engage in scheduled class training and assessment, ensuring a strong foundation of knowledge and skills.
- 8 Weeks Work Placement: Embark on a 20-hour-per-week work placement over at least 8 weeks, gaining practical experience and industry connections.
Seize this holistic educational opportunity that blends theory, practice, and real-world exposure to propel your career forward.
Online Learner Support
Hader Institute of Education provides support to all online learners through the trainer and the Hader Institute of Education Learner Support Officer.
Online Assessment requirements
The online assessment is conducted using a combination of realistic workplace tasks, projects, knowledge tests, response to case studies and completing practical demonstrations. The following provides a brief explanation of the assessment methods that are to be applied: Written tasks; Case Study; Practical Activities and Demonstrations
Recognition of Prior Learning
The assessment is conducted using a combination of realistic workplace tasks, projects, knowledge tests, response to case studies and completing practical demonstrations. The following provides a brief explanation of the assessment methods that are to be applied: Written tasks; Case Study; Practical Activities and Demonstrations through Zoom or other online platforms.
The selection of these units of competency and the CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care structure has been confirmed through industry engagement undertaken by Hader Institute of Education.
The CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is delivered using the course structure outlined below:
Core Units
CHCECE030: Support inclusion and diversity
CHCECE031: Support children’s health, safety and wellbeing
CHCECE032: Nurture babies and toddlers
CHCECE033: Develop positive and respectful relationships with children
CHCECE034: Use an approved learning framework to guide practice
CHCECE035: Support the holistic learning and development of children
CHCECE036: Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning
CHCECE037: Support children to connect with the natural environment
CHCECE038: Observe children to inform practice
CHCECE054: Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples cultures
CHCECE055: Meet the legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care
CHCECE056: Work effectively in children’s education and care
CHCPRT001: Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
HLTAID012: Provide First Aid in an education and care setting**
HLTWHS001: Participate in workplace health and safety
Electives
CHCPRP003: Reflect on and improve own professional practices
CHCDIV001: Work with diverse people
** HLTAID0012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting is not delivered by Hader Institute of Education. Learners are required to complete at another provider and present certificate for credit transfer prior to course completion.
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