BEST PLACE TO EXPLORE AND LEARN
At Guardian we are passionate about creating careers for our team through quality education. We will support and encourage you on your journey to becoming a qualified and leading early childhood educator and carer. We are passionate about training.
Which course is best for you?
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care(CHC30121)
If you’re new to early childhood education and care or have no previous qualifications, then the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30121) is the right course for you. This course will show you how to develop your skills and knowledge to progress your career with Guardian to become an amazing and qualified early childhood educator and carer.
Fast-Track
Certificate III in Early
Childhood Education and Care
(CHC30121)
This course is designed for experienced professionals in the early childhood education and care sector who wish to upgrade their skills and knowledge to the latest CHC30121 qualification. The short duration of the course acknowledges the extensive industry experience of participants, and content is delivered to small groups online. All observations and practical demonstrations are completed in your centre, allowing for a seamless integration of learning and practice.
Contact us at info@ssts.edu.au for more info on the fast track option
Diploma of Early
Childhood Education and Care
(CHC50121)
If you’re an experienced early childhood educator and carer, take responsibility for other educators and carers, and already hold a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30121 or CHC30113) then the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC50121) is the right course for you.
This course will grow and improve your skills and knowledge to progress your career with Guardian to become an incredible leader in early childhood education and care with the potential for a higher salary.
WANT TO KNOW MORE?
How long is the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care?
This qualification will take you 18 months to complete.
Is there a minimum requirement for workplace hours?
You must complete a minimum of 160 workplace hours for this qualification.
How long is the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care?
This qualification will take you between 12 and 24 months to complete.
Is there a minimum requirement for workplace hours?
You must complete a minimum of 280 workplace hours for this qualification.
Is this qualification available online?
At SSTS we use a blended approach to deliver your training. Trainers will deliver and demonstrate the skills and knowledge for the qualification in your workplace. Your assessments will be completed online and all the resources you need to support your learning are available online.
How often will I see my trainer?
You will have a meeting with your trainer once a month to discuss your progress and to resolve any questions or concerns that you may have.
When do I receive my qualification?
You receive your qualification after you have successfully completed your course by demonstrating competency in each of the learning units (known as units of competency) that you undertake. There are 17 units of competency to complete the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and there are 15 units of competency to complete the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.
How much will it cost me to enrol in the qualification?
For most of our Guardian Employees, there will be no cost for you to enrol in the qualifications. As there are different types of Government funding in each State, the team at SSTS will run you through the options to ensure you have zero or very low out of pocket expenses.
Where funding is unavailable for Guardian team members, the Guardian Around Centre Support Team will review on a case by case basis and try to cover expenses where possible.
Is there a financial incentive for me to do the course?
Yes there is, this is in line with the federal incentives at the time
Is there homework?
Yes there is, however Guardian will provide you with paid time away from work duties to complete some homework..
Who are SSTS?
Southern Solutions Training Services (SSTS) is one of Australia’s most highly respected training providers. The SSTS training model of workplace learning and one-on-one meeting time with your trainer is highly regarded by its peers and training partners and is highly successful for improving the career opportunities and pathways for its students.