Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is designed for students who want to make a difference in the lives of children (aged 0 to 5), as a childcare support worker or early childhood educator. You will work with children during a critical time in their development and…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is designed for students who want to make a difference in the lives of children (aged 0 to 5), as a childcare support worker or early childhood educator.
You will work with children during a critical time in their development and gain the essential skills and knowledge to have a positive impact on their future.
Our extensive industry partnerships enables you to learn in a real workplace with experts in the field. You will learn how to provide safe, meaningful and inclusive education in a fun and playful setting, and how to honour children’s voice, culture and rights.
Through course work, you will learn to:
Understand the health and safety of babies and children
Promote good nutrition and positive meal experiences
Use an approved learning framework
Support holistic development through play and learning
Identify and respond to children at risk
Perform emergency first aid
Promote cultural competence
TAFE NSW is known for delivering training that has a focus on your practical abilities. You will build real-world skills in:
Caring for the wellbeing of babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers, including growth development, health, safety and nutrition
Developing respectful relationships with children, their families and the wider community
Stand out in a global job market by developing a range of soft skills that equip you with the confidence to work early childhood settings with co-workers, and children and their families:
High levels of professionalism
Passion for education and care
High energy and commitment
Well developed communication and interpersonal skills
STUDY PATHWAYS
Build your expertise with a TAFE NSW Early Childhood study pathway:
- Advance your existing knowledge with the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
- Master your skills with the TAFE NSW Degrees – Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and Care (Birth – 5)
REQUIREMENTS
Year 10 or equivalent
English Language Requirements:
Academic IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL (iBT) 46 or equivalent
Or Completion of a TAFE NSW General English Program
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
With a reputation for providing high quality teaching and education, Technical and Further Education New South Wales (TAFE NSW) has over 40 locations across the state for international students to choose from. TAFE NSW is the biggest training and vocational education provider in Australia with over 3,800 international students studying at the institution each year. Located in picturesque New South Wales, with the world-renowned city of Sydney at its heart, students can study in a cosmopolitan and dynamic region.TAFE NSW offers students the opportunity to select from over 140 courses offered at various levels including certificate, diploma and degree. Further, students can pursue English language courses and pathway programmes that prepare them for enrolling in degree courses at Australian universities.Students at TAFE NSW benefit from highly qualified faculty and small class sizes that enable personalised attention. One-to-one training from academics is common place and contributes to the unique learning environment. TAFE NSW ensures that students are exposed to best practice and industry knowledge embedded in programmes, preparing them for the world of work after graduation.International students are well looked after with excellent support services and structures. This includes personal counselling, academic and career development, study skills programme and English language support. A comprehensive student orientation programme is also provided and students are encouraged to join the Student Association in order to have access to events and activities on campus. The International Students Office, with dedicated international student coordinators, looks after the welfare of international students, with everything from answering queries to helping students settle in to life on campus.RTO 90003HEPS PRV12049
