Earn while you learn with a childcare traineeship
Childcare traineeships and apprenticeships are a fantastic way to get your nationally recognised qualification in childcare while earning money and gaining real-world skills. A formal qualification in childcare can open the doors to greater employment opportunities in early childhood education and help you build an amazing career that you love.
You can study a CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood and Care or a CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care with Amazing Education & Training as a full-time, part-time or school-based trainee or apprentice.
Childcare traineeships and apprenticeships offer:
On-the-job training
Real-world experience
Self-paced online coursework
Valuable relationships with employers
Nationally recognised qualifications
Get qualified in childcare fee-free
Our childcare courses are included in the Queensland Government’s Free Apprenticeships for Under 21s Program. That means if you’re under 21 and eligible, you can study your Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care with no out-of-pocket costs.
Not only can you earn as you learn with a childcare traineeship or apprenticeship, you can also graduate debt-free! This is perfect for students finishing high school or who would like to get their qualifications in childcare as a school-based trainee.
What can I study?
CHC30113 Certificate
III in Early Childhood
Education & Care
With a CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, you can play a vital role in shaping young children’s lives and fostering their love of learning.
You will gain the skills required to interact with children, create safe and healthy environments, respond to children’s daily care requirements as well as their social, emotional, and developmental needs. You will also assist educators in setting up and implementing programs and care routines for children.
Qualification: CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Nationally recognised course: Yes and ACECQA approved
Total units: 18 units (15 core and 3 elective)
Course duration: 12-18 months
Delivery method: Online
CHC50113 Diploma
of Early Childhood
Education & Care
With a CHC50113 Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, you can progress to a managerial role in childcare and influence the learning and development of children at the most important stage of their lives.
You will learn how to manage staff who look after children, create a safe working environment, promote inclusive policies, and coordinate the workplace. You will also learn how to design, evaluate and implement programs and care routines for young children.
Qualification: CHC50113 Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
Nationally recognised course: Yes and ACECQA approved
Total units: 28 units (23 core and 5 elective)
Course duration: 12-24 months
Delivery method: Online
Expert trainer support
Your path to a rewarding career in childcare with Amazing is backed by highly qualified educators, who will support you every step of your learning journey and beyond.
You’ll have unlimited access to 1-on-1 consultations with our trainers, who will connect with you via video conferencing tools like Zoom, deliver personalised feedback to your written coursework, and visit you regularly at your workplace.
At Amazing, we are uniquely positioned to guide your education and professional development in childcare; we’ve even owned and managed childcare centres of our own.
Flexible, online learning
As part of your childcare traineeship or apprenticeship, you can study your qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care at your own pace.
We offer interactive online learning through an easy-to-use platform, which you can access from anywhere, any time. Course materials are concise and easy to understand to keep you engaged and motivated to learn.
CHC30113
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Course Units
Core Units
- CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
- CHCECE001 Develop cultural competence
- CHCECE002 Ensure the health and safety of children
- CHCECE003 Provide care for children
- CHCECE004 Promote and provide healthy food and drinks
- CHCECE005 Provide care for babies and toddlers
- CHCECE007 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children
- CHCECE009 Use an approved learning framework to guide practice
- CHCECE010- Support the holistic development of children in early childhood
- CHCECE011 Provide experiences to support children's play and learning
- CHCECE013 Use information about children to inform practice
- CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
- CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
- HLTAID004 Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting
- HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
Electives
- CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
- CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
- CHCECE026 Work in partnership with families to provide appropriate education and care for children
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
- Early childhood educator
- Family day care worker
- Playground supervisor
- Nanny
Delivery Mode
Delivery Mode
- Self-paced online learning
- 120 hours of workplace training
Course Duration
Course Duration
- 12-18 months
How to Apply
How to Apply
- Childcare traineeships and apprenticeships can be arranged by your employer or by accessing the Queensland Government website.
- Feel free to contact our support team if you require any assistance.
CHC50113
Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
Course Units
Core Units
- CHCECE007 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children
- CHCECE003 Provide care for children
- CHCECE005 Provide care for babies and toddlers
- HLTAID004 Provide an emergency response in an education and care setting
- CHCECE002 Ensure the health and safety of children
- CHCECE004 Promote and provide healthy food and drinks
- CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
- HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety
- CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
- CHCECE009 Use an approved learning framework to guide practice
- CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
- CHCECE001 Develop cultural competence
- CHCECE017 Foster the holistic development and wellbeing of the child in early childhood
- CHCECE023 Analyse information to inform learning
- CHCECE022 Promote children's agency
- CHCECE024 Design and implement the curriculum to foster children's learning and development
- CHCECE020 Establish and implement plans for developing cooperative behaviour
- CHCECE018 Nurture creativity in children
- CHCECE016 Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
- CHCECE019 Facilitate compliance in an education and care services
- CHCECE021 Implement strategies of the inclusion of all children
- CHCECE026 Work in partnership with families to provide appropriate education and care for children
- CHCECE025 Embed sustainable practices in service operations
Electives
- CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
- HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
- CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
- CHCMGT003 Lead the work team
- BSBLED401 Develop teams and individuals
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
- Early childhood educator
- Educational leader
- Child development or support worker
- Mobile and occasional care coordinator
- Family day care coordinator
- Nominated supervisor
- Director
- Area manager
Delivery Mode
Delivery Mode
- Self-paced online learning
- 240 hours of workplace training
Course Duration
Course Duration
- 12-24 months
How to Apply
How to Apply
- Childcare traineeships and apprenticeships can be arranged by your employer or by accessing the Queensland Government website.
- Feel free to contact our support team if you require any assistance.
What Our Students are Saying
"I love how Mel will email or call to see how I'm going and what I need help with. The company has been really good to me, especially my trainer. I have learnt so much from Amazing Education & Training in a short time."
"With the help of my trainer Ammie and the Amazing team I was able to gain my Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care - I will always be grateful to them for helping me pursue my goals and dreams."
"Amazing Education and Training was a fantastic choice for me and I have recommended all of my work colleagues to study through them."
"I really enjoyed the course, the trainers were fantastic and flexible especially for adult learners that hadn't studied since high school."
"After finishing my course in Early Childhood Education and Care last year, I am now employed at a childcare centre on the Gold Coast."
