Entry to this qualification is open to individuals who hold a:

• CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care; or
• CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

You'll be able to access your personal timetable (find out how on our Timetables page), once you have paid your fees. In the meantime the information below provides an indication of the time commitment required to complete this course, depending on available study options.

Online delivery

Online delivery is part-time, self-paced with scheduled assessment submission dates.
Some on campus simulated assessments will also form part of your training. The timetable for these will be available at the beginning of each semester.

At-home study

As well as the in-class component, you will need to complete approximately 10 hours of additional study each week outside of class hours, including private study, assignment preparation, and research. You will need to have the basic technical requirements for at-home study. If you don’t have access to a computer and WiFi at home, we recommend using our library computers during library hours.

This timetable information is indicative only and subject to change.

Other job titles may include:

• Crèche Supervisor
• Child Care Supervisor
• Playgroup Leader

Please note this list should be used as a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations. 

Visit one of our four Jobs and Skills Centres located at NMT's Balga, Joondalup, Midland and Perth campuses for free career planning advice and job search support.

On campus delivery

280 hours of work placement is mandatory for completion of this course. NMTAFE will arrange a suitable work placement within industry for you.

In order to undertake mandatory work placement, students over 18 must obtain the following: 

• Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Online delivery

280 hours of work placement in each of the first and second semesters of study and at least 90 hours in the third semester is mandatory for completion of this 18 month (3 semesters) delivery.
In order to undertake the mandatory work placement, students must

• attend a Work Placement orientation on campus prior to their placement
• obtain a Working With Children Check (WWCC) prior to their placement - Note, for students over the age of 18

Please be aware that COVID-19 vaccination is an employment requirement for many healthcare providers. 
NMTAFE students undertaking work placements or who are required to attend a healthcare or community setting as part of their studies are advised to check directly with the healthcare provider regarding their policy settings around vaccination and proof of vaccination requirements.

The RPL process is used to assess and evaluate a person’s skills, knowledge and experience gained through work skills and exposure in industry, paid or unpaid experience and other community experience to meet industry standards. 

If you have been working in the Early Childhood Education industry you may be able to lighten your study and financial load and achieve your qualification/Diploma in a shorter period of time.

Be recognised for your on the job learning and receive ongoing support and mentoring from lecturers to navigate the RPL process. Contact us to explore what credit you may be able to receive for work and on the job learning. 

Study outside of class hours, including private study, assignment preparation, and research will be required to successfully complete your course.

Bring your own device (BYOD) is encouraged but not essential.
If you don’t have access to a computer and WiFi at home, we recommend using our library computers during library hours.

As a student you will also have additional costs associated with your study, for example text books and stationery, printing and other materials required for your assignments.

Additional costs

Online study will require you to purchase additional resources at an approximate cost of $100.00.