Early Childhood Education Courses -
Nurturing Future Leaders in Early Learning
Overview
The first few years of a child’s life is the most crucial period to reach key milestones and develop new skills. Play, learning and stimulation are all vital to a child’s growth and development, and that is where early childcare educators play a significant role in nurturing these budding young minds. A career in Early Childhood Education and Care is ideal for caring, patient and positive individuals that love children.
If you are considering studying one of our early childhood education courses in preparation for a career in childcare, then our Early Childhood Education and Care short course may be the best option for you. During the course you will cover child development, safeguarding, current legislation, planning and professional development.
Fee-free Training for Childcare
Access government-subsidised qualification training at no cost.
Increase employment opportunities for a wide range of childcare industry roles that require specific skills, experience and certifications.
Improve your salary and working conditions with Certificate III and Diploma qualifications.
Assist with your workforce development needs to higher classifications, leading to promotion (e.g. childcare officer to supervisor).
Find out more on our Fee Free Training page.
Courses
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Course Duration: 45 weeks
Subsidised available
Payment plan
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. Students will support the wellbeing of children, as well as their development in the context of an approved learning framework. Educators use a range of well-developed skills and knowledge using discretion and judgment when carrying out their work in the context of established policies and proceduress.
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Course Duration: approximately 1 year
Subsidised available
Payment plan
For students who wish to pursue further studies, this qualification reflects the role of educators. At this level, they will be responsible for designing and implementing curriculum that meets the requirements of an approved learning framework. Graduates will use specialised knowledge, and apply theoretical concepts to diverse work situations. They may have responsibility for supervision of volunteers or other educators.
Choose from a range of roles
Once you’ve obtained your early childhood qualification, you can explore various and rewarding roles within the industry.
There are relevant roles spanning the industry including:
Early Childhood Educator
Family Day Care Educator
Out of School Hours Educator
Nanny
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More information
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For an early childhood educator, there’s no such thing as a typical day! Each day is as different as the next but equally as rewarding being a part of the development, learning and growth of children.
Early childhood educators interact with children ranging from the ages of 0 to 6, providing dutiful care and supervision in a variety of different settings including Long Day Care Centres, Preschools, Family Day Care, Before and After School settings, Vacation Care and more. In this profession, educators deal closely with families to ensure the best quality education and care is given so that each individual child can thrive and grow in a nurtured environment.
The types of tasks that early childhood educators may perform on any given day include:
Monitoring and supervising the daily routines of children
Implementing a high-quality education and care curriculum for children
Responding to children’s strengths, interests and needs and implement a planning cycle for individual children and the whole group of children
Food preparation
Communication lines with parents and families regarding daily activities
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Working as an Early Childhood Educator can be as challenging as it is rewarding – if you are a dedicated individual interested in the development of children’s learning and capabilities, working with babies, toddlers and preschoolers can be the right choice for you.
The skills and traits required to become an educator, include:
Patience
Respect
Responsibility
Cultural competence
Dedication and a passion for working with children
Fitness
Positivity
Capacity for teamwork
Effective communication skills
Energy and enthusiasm
If this sounds like you, then our accredited Early Childhood Education and Care courses can help you on your way in preparing for a career in childcare. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the First Base Training team should you have any questions about childcare and our Early Childhood courses.
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Depending on the type of role that you are looking for, there is a diverse range of early childhood education courses available to you.
The minimum qualification needed to become an Early Childhood Educator is the CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. This nationally recognised qualification reflects the role of educators in a range of early childhood education settings, operating within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and National Quality Standards.
We also offer the CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care qualification, which aims to support educators working across a range of early childhood services. It has a strong emphasis on contemporary early childhood theories and provides you with a pathway to (and potentially credits towards) the Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education).
Please, note that a Working With Children Check (WWCC) is required for anyone who works or volunteers in child-related work in NSW.
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Our childcare training and courses help prepare students for the early childhood industry and unlocks career pathways towards:
Early Childhood Educators
Family Day Care Educators
Childcare centre Directors/Managers
Educational Leaders
Assistant Directors
Room Leaders
Before and After School/Vacation Care Educators
Preschool Educators
Playgroup Leaders
Nannies
Babysitters
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Our childcare courses in Sydney are subsidised by the NSW Government via the Smart and Skilled program. Learn more about it here.
To find out more information about our childcare courses, government subsidies or anything else, make sure to get in touch with the First Base Training team today.