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CHC50121 - Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care - Non-Traineeship

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We're really excited for you to join the Melbourne Polytechnic community and we look forward to supporting you on your education journey.

The first step to enrolling is completing the application short form from the Apply Now page.

You'll then receive a link to complete a few more personal details.

It is a mandatory government requirement for all prospective students to complete an online literacy and numeracy assessment.

Once you are ready to enrol, you will be invited to attend our Skills and Job Centre, or come to campus to complete your enrolment in person.

For Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas, you may be eligible for a VET Student Loan. Read more about them here.

If you need assistance with your application and the next steps, you can contact one of our Education and Course Advisors on 1300 635 276 or follow a step-by-step guide to enrolling for vocational education local students.

When we receive your application, the International Office will be in contact with you shortly to discuss your application and provide you additional instructions.

If you'd like to speak to one of our International Office staff directly, call 1300 635 276

LOCAL REQUIREMENTS

Local applicants are encouraged to attend an information session where they will need to perform a written task and undertake a pre-training review.

You need to have already obtained a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CHC30113 or a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CHC30121.

Applicants should be over 18 years old on commencement of the course and hold a Working with Children Check (WWC).

Part time: Industry Group:
1 year

Prerequisites are:

  • Already hold a current Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
  • Be working in a registered early learning program a minimum of 2 days per week

INTERNATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Academic: Completion of Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CHC30121 or CHC30113

English: Academic IELTS 6.0 overall, Pearson PTE Academic 50 overall or Melbourne Polytechnic recognised equivalency

Other:

  • Applicants are required to provide a 300-500 word written statement outlining any experience in child care (voluntarily, informally, or as employment) and how this course will align with personal career goals. Applicants with experience with children are preferred.
  • Applicants must be 18 years of age by course commencement.
  • COVID-19 Vaccination evidence, Working with Children Check and Police Check will be required for placement.