CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Course Details

Have you already completed your Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and now want to upgrade your skills and knowledge?

This nationally recognised and accredited qualification is highly regarded and sought after and will enable you to work as a leader in your industry.

Early childhood education is a rewarding field, where you can play a fundamental role in developing a child’s knowledge and personality. Great early childhood educators can help set a child up for a life of success, wellbeing, and love of learning. This course will teach you about learning frameworks, health, and wellbeing for children, leading educational work teams and more, giving you the skills and knowledge you need and providing you with a satisfying career.

Our programs are led by highly qualified trainers who have valuable experiences in training and within the industry. They understand the needs of adults, especially those who are returning to study. Our class sizes are small so our trainers have time to personally interact with you. We offer an encouraging and supportive learning environment to ensure that our students have quality training. This course is led by highly experienced trainers who have valuable experiences in training and industry. They understand the needs of adults, and especially those who are returning to study. 

Our fees are very competitively priced. You may be eligible for a government funded place or a concession fee. 

Why should I upgrade to the Diploma?

$  537 
$  294* ( concession)

UPDATE:  From 2023 the Government is committed to supporting Victorians to get the skills needed to address our critical workforce shortages, regardless of their previous qualifications. That’s why from 1 January 2023  government subsided places are available regardless of whether you already have a higher qualification.

If you are unsure about your eligibility for funding in 2024 please contact us to discuss this.

To be eligible for Skills First funding, a student must be:
• an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen
• physically present in Victoria when they’re doing training and assessment.

Contact us to discuss your eligibility, If you do not meet funding eligibility full fees prices are:
$3,183
$2,886 concession

Payment plans available - pay while you learn!

* The Government-subsidised concession fee is applicable to Indigenous students only.  Park Orchards Community House & Learning Centre Inc. offers organisation concession rates for concession card holders, contact us for more details.

CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care Course Flyer 2024
Information for Prospective Students Flyer

No classes during school holidays. 

Childcare available.

Call us on 9876 4381 to find out more or complete the course enquiry form.

More information including fees and charges, enrolment and refund policy are available under Student Information