Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (Perth & Mandurah)

While there are no formal educational requirements for this course, it is preferred that students:

• Be at least 16 years of age (students under 18 years of age will need a parent or guardian to approve their enrolment);
• Have completed year 10 or equivalent;
• Have completed a police background check.

Please note that this course is only available to students in Western Australia, and is NOT available to people on 500 or 600 visas.

While completing the CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care qualification from Gateway Training Academy, you will cover the following subjects:

• CHCECE030 – Support inclusion and diversity
• CHCECE031 – Support children’s health, safety, and wellbeing
• CHCECE032 – Nurture babies and toddlers
• CHCECE033 – Nurture creativity in children
• CHCECE034 – Use an approved learning framework to guide practice
• CHCECE035 – Support the holistic learning and development of children
• CHCECE036 – Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning
• CHCECE037 – Support children to connect with the natural environment
• CHCECE038 – Observe children to inform practice
• CHCECE054 – Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures
• CHCECE055 – Meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care
• CHCECE056 – Work effectively in children’s education and care
• CHCPRT001 – Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
• HLTWHS001 – Participate in workplace health and safety
• BSBPEF502 – Develop and use emotional intelligence
• HLTFSE001 – Follow basic food safety practices