The average course duration for Domestic students is 78 weeks. This may vary due to the amount of hours required for practical placement, mode of study and public holidays which may fall on usual days of delivery.

Learner will be required to undertake 240 hours minimum of work placement at an approved Child Care Provider under the supervision of Diploma Qualified Supervisor.

The program delivery will be 2 days a week in class and one to two days minimum per week work placement in an accredited childcare facility plus self-managed study.

For International students is 114 weeks.

N.B: ETEA will provide assistance in searching industry placement.

** Duration in weeks may vary dependent upon the amount of contact days per week

Now is the ideal time to make a start on gaining new skills, or upgrading your existing skills, to help you get the job you want. The Victorian Training Guarantee is making vocational education and training more accessible to people who do not hold a post-school qualification, or who want to gain a higher level qualification than they currently hold. There are now an unlimited number of government-subsidized training places available to people who meet the eligibility criteria.

*ETEA currently has no funding in Victoria, but NSW Smart & Skilled funding is available

Visit our funding and fees page for more information.

Successful completion of this program may assist students to gain entry into further study programs and/or may contribute towards study credits.

Employment or occupational pathway

Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Common positions that may be suited with this qualification are:

• Early Childhood Services Co-ordinator
• Qualified Room Leader
• Early Childhood Educator in Long Day Care
• Kindergarten
• Preschool
• Family Day Care Provider
• Outside School Hours Care Assistant Educator
• Occasional Care Educator or employment as a Nanny

ETEA uses a range of assessment methods which may include:

• Written assessment (open book)
• Projects
• Case study
• Observation

You can apply for recognition of prior learning, academic credit and work experience towards this qualification. During the course of your life you will develop a wide range of skills and knowledge. Through work, volunteer roles, family commitments and various tasks undertaken in everyday life, you are building up a bank of knowledge. The evidence of these skills and knowledge accumulated can be used to help you gain a qualification.

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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Credit Transfer

Please note: dates are subject to change due to holidays and availability.

If dates provided do not suit, please contact us at 13 13 89 or +61 3 9450 0500 via phone, or through our contact page, as we will accommodate dates to suit students needs.

Students will need to complete 28 Units of Competency, consisting of 23 Core and 5 Elective.

** Please note: electives may vary by state and are subject to change to meet client and industry requirements.