The CHC30121 Certificate lll in Early Childhood and Care qualification provides students with the skills, knowledge and qualification required to work in a regulated early childhood setting. The qualification has 17 units of competence – 15 core and 2 electives.

Each unit covers the key skills and knowledge required to practice as a qualified Early Childhood Educator. Students will learn how to:

• Safely care for babies, toddlers and young children from 0-5 years

• Understand the theory behind how a child develops and grows

• Plan creative and fun experiences that foster the child’s development, wellbeing and creativity

• Develop rewarding and positive relationships with children and their families

• Understand the legislative and regulatory frameworks that govern the industry and ensure you work legally and ethically

• Understand the importance of cultural competence and how to ensure all families and children are cared for in an inclusive environment

• Perform the principles of First Aid – HLTAID012 Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting - requires a physical capability of performing uninterrupted CPR for at least 2 minutes on an adult/child resuscitation manikin placed on the floor.

All learning and assessment resources are provided by Benchmark College. To complete the self-directed learning and assessment component, access to the internet and a computer is also required.