CHC50125 – Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Course Overview
The CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is designed for individuals who wish to take on a leadership role in early childhood settings. This qualification equips educators with advanced knowledge and practical skills to plan, implement, and manage programs that support children’s learning and development in line with an approved learning framework.
Educators at this level are responsible for designing educational programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and may oversee the work of other educators, support staff, or volunteers. This qualification is ideal for those seeking a deeper understanding of early childhood education and a pathway into senior roles within the sector.
Graduates typically find employment in:
- Long day care centres
- Family day care services
- Preschools
- Kindergartens
Work Placement Requirement
To successfully complete this qualification, students must undertake a minimum of 280 hours of practical placement in a regulated early childhood education and care service in Australia. These hours are distributed across relevant units and provide essential experience in real-world environments.
Course Structure
To be awarded the CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, students must complete a total of 15 units of competency, comprising:
- 12 core units
- 3 elective units
The elective units have been carefully chosen to align with current industry demands and to maintain the integrity and relevance of the qualification as per Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) standards.
Unit of Competency
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Core / Elective |
|---|---|---|
| CHCECE044 | Facilitate compliance in a children’s education and care service | Core |
| CHCECE045 | Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children | Core |
| CHCECE046 | Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children | Core |
| CHCECE047 | Analyse information to inform children’s learning | Core |
| CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice | Core |
| CHCECE041 | Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children | Core |
| BSBTWK502 | Manage team effectiveness | Core |
| CHCECE048 | Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum | Core |
| CHCECE049 | Embed environmental responsibility in service operations | Core |
| CHCECE050 | Work in partnership with children’s families | Core |
| CHCECE043 | Nurture creativity in children | Core |
| CHCECE042 | Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeing | Core |
| CHCDIV003 | Manage and promote diversity | Elective |
| BSBOPS502 | Manage business operational plans | Elective |
| BSBPEF502 | Develop and use emotional intelligence | Elective |
Delivery Mode
The CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is delivered through a combination of:
- Face-to-face classroom-based learning
- Structured self-study activities
- Workplace-based learning and assessment
This delivery model ensures students develop both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in early childhood education settings.
Course Duration
This qualification is delivered over a total of 52 weeks, which includes:
- 44 weeks of training and assessment
- 8 weeks of scheduled holiday breaks
This approach ensures that students gain a solid foundation in both theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
Entry Requirements
National Training Package Requirements
Entry into the CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is limited to individuals who have successfully completed one of the following:
- CHC30125 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, or
- CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, or
- CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
AEI Australia Additional Requirements
To support student readiness and success, applicants are also required to:
- Be at least 18 years of age at the time of course commencement
- Have successfully completed Year 12 (or equivalent), or hold another relevant qualification
- Participate in a course entry interview to assess suitability and individual learning needs
- Demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following:
✅ An IELTS score of 6.0 (no older than 2 years), or an equivalent test (e.g., PTE, TOEFL)
✅ Completion of at least 5 years of education in an English-speaking country
✅ Completion of a Certificate IV or higher qualification studied for at least 6 months at an Australian RTO
✅ Successful completion of AEI Australia’s English Placement Test
Applicants must provide documentary evidence to verify their English language proficiency.
Regulatory Information
There are currently no specific occupational licensing or external certification requirements for this qualification at the national level. However, educators must adhere to the Education and Care Services National Law (2011). The Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) oversees and publishes the list of approved qualifications and regulatory standards under the National Quality Framework.