First Door

CHC30121

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Joining the Early Childhood profession is your first step into a rewarding and future-proof career, with so many opportunities ahead of you.

This is Australia’s nationally recognised qualification for people starting their career as an educator. Once you've enrolled in this course, you are able to seek employment as an educator in Early Childhood Education and Care services, and Outside School Hours Care services.

Delivery mode

First Door offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Online

Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.

Work Placement

160 hours

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $3,855 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
QLD
  • QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with First Door to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
For more information about this course and payment options, please enquire with First Door.
Study mode Online
Duration 24 Months
Estimated fee* $3,855 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care will prepare you for the following roles.

Childcare Assistant

A Childcare Assistant cares for young children in a group setting such as a childcare centre or an educational program. You might also work in a ho...

Avg yearly income $57,200
Entry barriers Low

Early Childhood Educator

An Early Childhood Educator delivers educational programs for young children in a childcare facility. You might assist other childcare staff to cre...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

Family Day Care Educator

A Family Day Care Educator runs a childcare service for children from their own home. You might deliver educational programs and organise activitie...

Avg yearly income $72,800
Entry barriers Low

Room Assistant

A Room Assistant looks after babies and young children at a childcare centre or early learning facility. You’ll supervise children and assist with...

Avg yearly income $59,800
Entry barriers Low

Childcare Worker

A Childcare Worker cares for young children in a group setting such as a childcare centre, family day care or an educational program. You’ll work w...

Avg yearly income $57,200
Entry barriers Low

About First Door

First Door is a highly regarded, Brisbane based Registered Training Organisation, established in 2012. Our team is dedicated to supporting the professional development of educators, leaders and teams in Early Childhood Education and Care. We want to see each child flourish in their Early Childhood experience.

Operating since 2012
Legal name First Door Training and Development Pty Ltd
RTO code 40782