Shape Young Minds and Change Lives
Course Duration
27 Weeks
Practical Hours
160 Hours
Delivery Mode
Online Delivery with a Trainer
If you’re passionate about helping children grow, learn, and thrive, the CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is your perfect starting point. This nationally recognised qualification equips you with the knowledge and hands-on skills to work confidently in early learning environments such as long day care, family day care, kindergartens, and preschool settings.
You’ll learn how to support children’s development, ensure health and safety, and create nurturing, play-based learning experiences that align with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
Under the Skills Assure program, you may be eligible for government funding.
Learn more about the Skills Assure program by clicking below
Course Overview
You’ll gain the skills to support children’s learning, emotional wellbeing, and daily care in line with national frameworks and regulations. Topics include:
Child Development
Play-Based Learning
Communication and Relationship-Building
Creating Safe and Supportive Environments
Cultural Competency
Child Protection and First Aid
Who Should Enrol?
You should consider enrolling if:
You’re Nurturing, Creative, and Love Working with Children
You naturally connect with kids and want to make a positive impact during the most important years of their development.You’re Looking for a Stable, High-Demand Career
Early childhood education is a growing industry with ongoing demand for qualified educators across Australia. This course opens doors to steady employment in a range of settings.You’re a School Leaver or Career Starter
Just finished school or looking for your first meaningful job? This course gives you the practical skills and confidence to step into the workforce and start your early learning career.You Want a Fulfilling Career with Purpose
Tired of work that doesn’t inspire you? Early childhood education offers a meaningful path where every day brings the chance to shape young minds and hearts.You Want Flexibility and Work-Life Balance
Whether you’re juggling family life or looking for part-time work options, early childhood education offers flexible hours and a variety of workplace settings to suit your lifestyle.
How Online Study at ASH Works?
Our blended learning model is designed to give you the freedom of online study with the reassurance of real human connection. Enjoy 24/7 access to your course materials through our digital platform, so you can learn when and where it suits you.
Each week, you’ll join a scheduled live class via Microsoft Teams, led by a qualified trainer who’s there to guide, support, and answer your questions in real time. You’ll also benefit from regular trainer check-ins and personalised one-on-one assistance whenever you need it.
It’s a flexible, structured approach that fits around your lifestyle—without compromising on quality or support.
Entry Criteria
Applicants must complete the following to determine suitability:
- Suitability Review (SDR)
- Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment
Students must hold a valid Working with Children Check (WWC) or state equivalent. Students will need access to a Laptop, Microsoft Word and Excel, Webcam for teams. Students will also need to attend one of our training locations 3 times throughout the duration of the training to complete simulation tasks before participating in practical placement.
Government Funding
Skills Assure
We are a proud Skills Assure Provider. Under the Skills Assure program funded by the Queensland Government, eligible students can access subsidised training through the Certificate III Guarantee program.
For more information. visit QLD Government Website.
Australia’s early childhood education sector continues to grow, with increasing demand for passionate, qualified educators to support children during their most important developmental years. Early childhood professionals help lay the foundation for lifelong learning, emotional wellbeing, and social development—making a real impact in the lives of children and families.
Whether you choose to work in long day care, preschool, or family day care, this industry offers a wide variety of rewarding and flexible roles in nurturing, play-based environments.
Early Childhood Educator
Family Day Care Educator
Childcare Assistant
Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) Educator
Units of Study
To be awarded the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, 17 units must be completed consisting of:
- 15 core units
- 2 elective units