Advanced Certificate in Childcare

Gain the Essential Skills to Start a Fulfilling Career in Childcare

Are you dedicated to nurturing the growth and development of Australian children? Keen to be a childcare professional who not only looks after children but also plays a pivotal role in their early years, shaping their future? Envision making a substantial difference with advanced skills in areas like child psychology, creative play, nutrition and mental health. The Advanced Certificate in Childcare is your bespoke journey towards becoming an adept childcare expert, perfect for both newcomers and seasoned professionals seeking to deepen their expertise.

Start Date
Start Anytime
Duration
Self-paced. Approximately 700 hours to complete the course, which has seven key modules made up of 70 lessons.
Delivery
Flexible, online, self-paced learning with dedicated mentor support.

Course Overview

Course Modules

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Career Outcomes

This course may be of interest to people working or aspiring to work in or as:

  • Childcare
  • Children’s Services
  • Child Counselling
  • School Counselling
  • Teacher’s Aide
  • Youth Work

Course Fees Include

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Student Support

You’ll be fully supported with access to an allocated student support advisor, mentor and course consultants, who are available 5 days per week.

Assessments

Assessments are an important part of your study journey as they help ensure you stay on track and meet the learning objectives of each lesson before moving on to the next. They also help your student support advisor and mentors identify where any further support may be required so that you get the most out of your course. You will learn via various methods; a combination of reading, undertaking research and watching videos. Assessments might include case studies, quizzes, and written assessments.

Certification

Upon completing the course, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for each certificate completed and a Certificate of Completion.

About The Course

Transforming Tomorrow's Leaders: Master Child Development with Advanced Certificate in Childcare

Are you dedicated to nurturing the growth and development of Australian children? Keen to be a childcare professional who not only looks after children but also plays a pivotal role in their early years, shaping their future? Envision making a substantial difference with advanced skills in areas like child psychology, creative play, nutrition and mental health. The Advanced Certificate in Childcare is your bespoke journey towards becoming an adept childcare expert, perfect for both newcomers and seasoned professionals seeking to deepen their expertise.

This all-encompassing advanced course is structured into seven insightful modules. It commences with Child Psychology, delving into the multifaceted aspects of child development. The course then guides you through Play Leadership, emphasising the importance of play in child development and the practicalities of leading play programs. In Children’s Nutrition, you'll explore the fundamental role of diet in children's health, addressing critical aspects such as healthy eating habits and childhood obesity.

The journey continues with Child and Adolescent Mental Health, focusing on identifying and addressing health issues in young people. This is followed by an in-depth exploration of Developmental, Learning, and Behavioural Conditions, enhancing your understanding of complex conditions such as autism and ADHD. The course further expands with the Developmental Psychology module, offering a comprehensive study of human development from early childhood to late adulthood. Finally, the Playground Design module provides a practical approach to creating engaging and safe outdoor play areas. This module covers everything from park and playground philosophy to community participation in park development. 

Upon completing this course, you'll be prepared for a range of fulfilling careers in childcare, including roles in childcare services, child counselling, school counselling, teacher's aide, and youth work. Start your journey towards becoming a childcare expert and shape the future of the next generation. Enquire now and to learn more about the course and start making a lasting impact on young minds!

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