Earn while you learn with CHC50121, a 52-week traineeship that combines workplace training with 280 hours of hands-on placement.
Earn while you learn with CHC50121, a 52-week traineeship that combines workplace training with 280 hours of hands-on placement.
Roles graduates commonly move into across Australia. Your path depends on experience, employer and location.
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CHCECE042Foster holistic early childhood learning, development and wellbeingCHCECE048Plan and implement children's education and care curriculumCHCECE047Analyse information to inform children's learningCHCECE043Nurture creativity in childrenCHCECE041Maintain a safe and healthy environment for childrenCHCECE049Embed environmental responsibility in service operationsCHCPRP003Reflect on and improve own professional practiceCHCECE045Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in childrenCHCECE046Implement strategies for the inclusion of all childrenCHCECE050Work in Partnership with children's familiesCHCECE044Facilitate compliance in a children's education and care serviceBSBWK502Manage team effectivenessCHCPOL002Develop and implement policyCHCMGT003Lead the work teamBSBSTR501Establish innovative work environmentsWhat 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
280 hours of work placement completed with your employer over the course of the traineeship
Leads to an Australian Qualification that complies with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) or a Statement of Attainment
MCIE welcomes all people with disabilities, learning differences and medical conditions, with reasonable adjustments where applicable
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.
Committed ongoing support to participants whilst training; post placement support available.
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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CHC50121 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 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is a workplace-based traineeship delivered by Melbourne City Institute of Education. Students train on the job, with around 6 hours of structured workplace training each month over 52 weeks.
The course suits people already working in a childcare setting who want to formalise their skills and step into leadership roles. It covers child development, educational programming, compliance, and the day-to-day running of early childhood services.
280 hours of work placement are completed with your employer as part of the traineeship. This is a nationally recognised qualification (CHC50121) that complies with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
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: CHC50121 Diploma of 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