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National code: CHC30121

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care at Wagga Wagga

Class details

Schedule Pace and number of hours.

Full Time

Delivery Method of course delivery.

On campus

Duration

Course duration Total time required to complete a course.

6 months

Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.

Next intake

End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.

Time Commitment

Class time Dedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.

16 hours

Additional study time The minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.

21 hours

Fee details

Full fee This is the non-subsidised fee for the course. Payment plans may be available.

$7,420

This course may be fee free, or available at a reduced cost.

Proposed timetable What time classes run

This course is currently scheduled on Tuesday and Wednesday with day classes and Thursday with morning classes. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.

Additional information Other things to know

Assessments

Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.

  • Knowledge tasks: online quizzes, short answer questions, case studies, written tasks and research projects, matching and true or false activities

  • Practical tasks before starting work placement: interviews, role-plays, creative projects, presentations and practical demonstrations

  • Workplace assessment tasks: written tasks, reflective journals, verbal or written questioning, planning and implementing activities, practical demonstrations

  • Submission of a training logbook

  • Workplace portfolio

Work placement

Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.

  • You will undertake a mandatory 160 hours of work placement with a suitable industry employer.

  • You need to meet the following requirements to be able to undertake work placement. Your teacher will let you know when you need to provide evidence of:

  • A Working with Children Check (WWCC)

  • Vaccination and health screenings

  • Any additional evidence your work placement provider requires

  • At TAFE NSW we provide training that includes hands-on, practical experience. Work placement ensures you have the job-ready skills to achieve competency in this course.

  • Depending on your mode of study, TAFE NSW will arrange your work placement for you or support you to find one.

  • TAFE Digital students:

  • You are responsible for arranging your own work placement. Our Skills Team can offer support and guidance to assist you.

Materials needed

To complete this course, the following materials are required:

  • There are no materials needed for this qualification.

Additional entry 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.

  • There are no additional requirements for this qualification.

Units Units taught in this course

Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 17 Units of competency, including 15 core and 2 speciality units.

Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

  • Support inclusion and diversity CHCECE030

  • Support children's health, safety and wellbeing CHCECE031

  • Nurture babies and toddlers CHCECE032

  • Develop positive and respectful relationships with children CHCECE033

  • ... 4

Course delivery Studying on Campus

Study in purpose built facilities that supports and accelerates your learning - from art studios and mechanical workshops to laboratories and bakeries. Structure your weekly schedule, immerse yourself in your craft, build friendships and networks, and enjoy an impactful learning experience.

Wagga Wagga

TAFE NSW Wagga Wagga is the largest in the Riverina area and is known as a regional learning hub. Take a stroll along the Murrumbidgee River, visit the parks and gardens or indulge your artistic side at the public art gallery or in the town’s museums or theatres, Wagga Wagga offers something for everybody. The campus boasts modern facilities and is also renowned for its responsiveness to industry and business as well as a commitment to regional development.

Campus address

Corner of Macleay & Coleman Streets Wagga Wagga 2650

Parking on campus grounds is available.

Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info

Wagga Wagga Station is 1000 metres from campus.

Facilities

TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.

  • Gallery 43 gallery and exhibition space

  • Gumnut Cottage childcare centre

  • Hair and beauty training academy

  • Massage training clinic

  • On Course training restaurant

Student support

We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.

  • Mon 8.30 AM - 5 PM
  • Tue 8.30 AM - 5 PM
  • Wed 8.30 AM - 5 PM
  • Thu 8.30 AM - 5 PM
  • Fri 8.30 AM - 5 PM
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed