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Course summary

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Ourimbah

Schedule Pace and number of hours.

Self paced

Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.

Any time

Delivery Method of course delivery.

Combination

End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.

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Course duration Total time required to complete a course.

1 year

Entry requirements

Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol.

  • There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.

  • This course is offered as a traineeship. Enquire today to check the traineeship eligibility requirements.

Additional requirements

To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.

  • This course offering is designed for people who:

  • This 18 month course is a combination of virtual and face to face. It is best suited for a confident virtual student who is self motivated and can work independently to understand information and concepts. There is flexibility in your study timetable and the ability to organise your study around your lifestyle. This course can be fast tracked i.e. completed quicker then 18 months. You will work closely with teaching and support staff, meeting regularly in a virtual space. Your training and learning plan will be designed to suit your needs and your lifestyle, attending virtual classes on Thursday evenings on dates you select.

  • To be deemed ready for workplacement, you will need to show your skills and knowledge through participation in playsession, simulated face to face classes and/or strategic questioning. Please note playsession is only available at Ourimbah campus, simulated classes will be delivered at Ourimbah campus dependent on student enrolment numbers.

  • You will be required to attend a face to face first aid course at Ourimbah Campus one Saturday throughout your enrolment period.

  • You will require regular access to, and have the ability to use a computer and internet. This could either be your personal device or can be accessed at your local campus.

Entry recommendations

To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you:

  • The ability to read, write and speak English

  • The ability to work with people in difficult situations and circumstances

  • Empathy, patience, and the capacity to empower others

  • Good organisational skills and the ability to multitask and respond well to rapid change

  • Adequate fitness and mobility to deliver First Aid, like performing CPR while kneeling on the floor respond to emergency situations

Completion requirements

During your study, you'll need to meet specific requirements to complete your coursework. Your teacher will let you know when you need to provide evidence of:

  • A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC)

  • Vaccination and health screenings

  • Be physically able to undertake first aid responses, including performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) while kneeling on the floor

  • Any additional evidence your work placement provider requires

  • If you are unable to meet the physical requirements, you will not be able to successfully complete this course.

Next steps

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You will need to provide evidence for the Entry Requirements listed above.

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