Acknowledgement of Country
Swinburne Open Education acknowledges Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples should be aware that this website may contain images or names of people who have since passed away.
For more information an interactive map of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities is available.
Welcome to the exciting world of early childhood education and care. We hope you have a wonderful time studying with Swinburne Open Education. CHC30121-Certificate III in Early Childhood education and care is a nationally recognised qualification. This certificate will enable you to start a career in regulated children’s education and care services in Australia. Throughout this course, you will develop the skills and knowledge required to pursue a career in the sector and to facilitate the development and well-being of children from birth to age six.
Upon the completion of this qualification, you will be able to work in a regulated early childhood setting, such as:
- Long Day Care Centres (LDC)
- Family Day Cares (FDC)
- Pre-schools/ Kindergartens
- Out of School Hours Care (OSHC or OOSH).
This qualification is the minimum qualification that someone wanting to work in a regulated early childhood education and care setting must hold.
