Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care - ATMC Vocational Education Training

CHC30121 | CRICOS Code 107511K

Do you want to work in an early childhood service, long day care centre or preschool program?

Did you know that you must have a minimum of Certificate III before you can take part in a rewarding career working with children? At ATMC we deliver the nationally recognised Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

Career outcomes
The Certificate III is the ideal way to get started on your career as an Early Childhood Educator.

What you will learn
With the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care you’ll learn how to:

Support the health, wellbeing and development of young children
Provide an enriching learning environment in line with approved learning frameworks
Ensure that all the needs of children in your care are met, and
Operate safely and effectively within the context of an early childhood service

Work placement
This course includes a minimum of 160 hours of practical placement. ATMC has a dedicated Work Placement Officer who will work with you to source your placement. Once in their first placement the majority of our students gain ongoing employment!

Study pathways
Once you have completed your Certificate III and gained some experience, the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is your next step.

Facilties
ATMC VET delivers out of a brand new state of the art campus located at 470 Bourke St, Melbourne. For students studying early childhood education and care this includes a simulated childcare facility designed to help you get a feel for working in the real world.

Units

Entry Requirements:
Domestic	You need to have: completed Year 11 or equivalent, have English and Math equivalent to Year 11 level, be over 18 years of age and, completed a Pre-Training Review (PTR).
International	You need to have: completed Year 11 or equivalent, an IELTS of 5.5 (or equivalent) with no band less than 5.0 Math equivalent to Year 11 level, be over 18 years of age and, completed a Pre-Training Review (PTR).
Fees:
Domestic	Skills First Funding is available for eligible students. If you are eligible for Skills First Funding you will only need to pay the materials fee. Check your eligibility here. Tuition Fees $7,600 Administration fee: $250 Materials fee $500 Total fees are: $8,350
International	Tuition Fees $11,000 Administration Fee $250 Materials Fee $500 Total Fees $11,750 All fees are in AUD and include GST