Earn your CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care through a traineeship, study while you work in a real childcare setting.
Earn your CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care through a traineeship, study while you work in a real childcare setting.
Roles graduates commonly move into across Australia. Your path depends on experience, employer and location.
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HLTWHS001Participate in workplace health and safetyCHCECE031Support children's physical health, safety and wellbeingCHCPRT001Identify and respond to children and young people at riskHLTAID012Provide First Aid in an education and care settingCHCECE035Support the holistic learning and development of childrenCHCECE033Develop positive and respectful relationships with childrenCHCECE032Nurture babies and toddlersCHCECE038Observe children to inform practiceCHCECE034Use an approved learning framework to guide practiceCHCECE036Provide experiences to support children's play and learningCHCECE037Support children to connect with the natural environmentCHCECE030Support inclusion and diversityCHCECE054Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples culturesCHCCECO56Work effectively in children's education and careCHCECE055Meet legal and ethical obligations in children's education and careCHCDIV001Work with diverse peopleBSBPEF301Organise personal work priorities and developmentWhat you’ll typically need to get started in this nationally recognised qualification.
Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.
Program is delivered in the workplace with approximately 6 hours of structured workplace training per month.
Most assessments are delivered online via the Canvas LMS, including written tasks, quizzes, role plays, case studies, portfolios and more.
MCIE provides access to Microsoft Office for all students.
MCIE welcomes all people with disabilities, learning differences and medical conditions, with reasonable adjustments where applicable.
This course leads to an Australian Qualification that complies with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) or a Statement of Attainment.
160 hours of work placement required. Various industry compliance requirements may apply depending on host employer.
The provider has a large network of domestic marketing partners and international education agents/partners across multiple countries facilitating student enrolments.
Melbourne City Institute of Education provides dedicated career services including job search assistance, resume writing, and interview preparation to help graduates find employment.
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MCIE is an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO) that offers vocational education and training. It provides Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer services to candidates, assessing competencies acquired through formal, non-formal, and informal learning against training package or VET accredited course requirements.
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CHC30121 is registered on the AQF and delivered by Melbourne City Institute of Education (RTO 22172).
Dedicated career services to help graduates move into work.
Ongoing support throughout your studies, including post-placement support.
This traineeship is delivered by Melbourne City Institute of Education and combines structured workplace training with online assessments. Students spend approximately 6 hours per month in guided workplace training, supported by the Canvas LMS for written tasks, quizzes, role plays, case studies, and portfolios.
The course suits people already working, or seeking work, in a childcare setting who want to formalise their skills. The 160-hour work placement is built into the traineeship model, so practical experience is central from the start. Various compliance requirements may apply depending on the host employer.
Assessment is primarily online, and students receive access to Microsoft Office throughout the program. Support services include disability and accessibility adjustments, student wellbeing assistance, and career services covering job search, resume writing, and interview preparation.
Enquire about this course and a course advisor from Melbourne City Institute of Education will be in touch with pricing and next steps.
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Nationally recognised training: CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (Traineeship) is a nationally recognised qualification delivered by Melbourne City Institute of Education (RTO 22172).
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Last updated: July 2026