his qualification reflects the role of early childhood educators who are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum in early childhood education and care services. In doing so they work to implement an approved learning framework within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard.
They may have responsibility for supervision of volunteers or other staff.
Under the Education and Care Services National Law (2011) the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) publishes lists of approved early childhood education and care qualifications and information regarding regulatory requirements here: www.acecqa.gov.au
| col a | col b |
|---|---|
| Study Mode | Classroom and online training |
| Total Units | 28 (23 Core units + 5 Elective units) |
| Duration of Course | 24 months |
| Recognition | Nationally recognised training |
| Start Date | Enrol anytime |
Students will be required to undergo a ‘Working with Children Check’ and receive a positive notice and blue card (links below)
Information on working with children checks:
https://aifs.gov.au/cfca/publications/pre-employment-screening-working-children-checks-and-police-checks/part-b-state-and
Blue card application website:
https://www.qld.gov.au/law/laws-regulated-industries-and-accountability/queensland-laws-and-regulations/regulated-industries-and-licensing/blue-card-services
If the student is ineligible from applying for a blue card, they may be disqualified from being eligible to undertake placement and assessment, which would affect their course outcomes.
It is also recommended that all students should undertake screening for vaccination against the following Queensland Health Mandatory vaccination requirements such as:
The student will be responsible for any costs associated with meeting these placement requirements.
You will need to be at least 16 years old. If you are under 18 your enrolment form will need to be signed by a parent or guardian.
In order to complete the online components of this course you will need regular access to the following:
Other education-based employers may accept this qualification, such as working as tutor, education support staff or as teacher aides.
If your goal is to progress to higher level skills or management, this certificate course will provide a solid foundation upon which to progress into the following;
The Axial Training community acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land upon which we gather each day. We pay our respects to the Elders past and present, for they hold the memories, traditions, culture and hopes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across the nation.
