Entry to Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Overview

Completion of this skill set course contributes towards satisfying the entry requirements for the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care. For individuals who hold superseded qualifications at Certificate III or Diploma level but cannot demonstrate the required 12 months of cumulative employment within the last 5 years in a regulated education and care service   

Duration

4-6months, self-paced, online study. Start any time between February and December.  

Requirements

• Applicants must be currently employed in a suitable early childhood education and care service, or be willing to undertake a 120-hour placement to meet the practical requirements of the units. 

• All applicants are required to hold a valid Working with Children’s Check (WWCC). Applicants who are not employed may obtain a Volunteer WWCC. All applicants must also have a current National Police Check prior to admission. Please note that fees may apply for these checks. Our Customer Experience team can provide guidance on accessing reduced-fee options where available. 

Information Sessions

Please contact us at any time to ask further questions about our courses. 

Field Placement

o achieve competency in this skill set, students must be assessed in a regulated Early Childhood Education and Care service. To ensure teacher availability, not all workplace locations may be suitable. If you are currently employed, your workplace location will be reviewed during the pre-training review stage. 

Students who do not meet the workplace requirements will be required to complete a 120-hour placement. This placement will be arranged by Wodonga TAFE in a location suitable for both parties. 

Prior to commencing placement, students must hold a current National Police Check (please note that Police Checks are only valid for three months) and a valid Volunteer Working with Children’s Check (Victoria or NSW). Additional costs may apply. 

Assessment

You will be assessed on your theoretical and practical knowledge, understanding and skills. 

The method of assessment varies and can include (but is not limited to): 

• observation in the workplace or simulated environment 

• written tasks, including quizzes 

• research tasks, including projects 

• portfolios 

Skills Developed

• 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 

Certification

By successfully completing this nationally recognised accredited training, you will receive an AQF Statement of Attainment. 

Compulsory Units

Fees

Fees Additional Information

Applicants for this course will be required to obtain at minimum a volunteer Working with Children’s Check for both Victoria and NSW and to apply for a National Police Check prior to admission. Please note that fees may apply for these checks. Our friendly Customer Experience team can provide instructions on how to access a reduced fee for these checks.  

Pathways

Completion of this skill set course contributes towards satisfying the entry requirements for the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.

How To Apply

Applying for a course at Wodonga TAFE is a simple 4-5 step process. You can learn more here: Understanding the application process