Courses
School of Health and Community Services
Certificate III in Children's Services (Childcare/Pre-School stream)
Brief description of course
This stream is specifically targeted at individuals who are currently working with young children in a Pre-school or Childcare setting. Competencies include observing and planning play experiences using different pedagogical approaches. This course is a pre-requisite to the Diploma of Children’s Services.
Entrance requirements
This course is specifically targeted at individuals who are currently working with children in a pre-school or childcare setting.
Selection will be based on industry experience, previous related education and an LLN assessment and skills assessment interview with APTC, SHCS staff.
Duration
The course will be delivered part-time over 12 months. Applicants will attend theory/underpinning knowledge classes and complete practicum within their workplace setting.
Recognition of Prior Learning(RPL) or Recognition of Current Competency(RCC) will be granted where applicants can demonstrated current underpinning knowledge, relevant qualifications.
To obtain RPL please submit evidence of your prior experience or learning with your application, as it may assist to shorten the duration of your course. Ask for more information when you enrol.