CHC30113: CERTIFICATE III OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE CHC50113: DIPLOMA

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2 Who is Empower College? Empower College is a Registered Training Organisation based in Parramatta, New South Wales specialising in the Children s Services Industry. Our trainers are professionals who have extensive industry experience, in both the Early Childhood and vocational education and training. We deliver a range of nationally recognised training courses and provide services designed to develop the skills of Early Childhood Educators. We offer both full qualifications in Early Childhood Education and Care, as well as short nationally accredited courses related to caring for the safety of children. Our aim is to increase the quality of care throughout Australia. At Empower College, we believe that employment in the Children s Services industry provides you with not only a rewarding and interesting career, but also the opportunity to positively influence the lives and development of children. Therefore, our courses are designed to give our learners a head start by equipping them with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed as a Childcare Professional. We customise our training to be relevant and focused on best practice principles. As one of our learners, you will be properly prepared to start in the workplace once you have completed your Children s Services qualification with us, as you will have been empowered with the right skills and knowledge to make you a competent Early Childhood Educator. Our trainers represent the highest standard of Children s Services Training and are eager to pass their knowledge to you! 2

3 Why choose Empower College? Quality training courses Empower College has a team of highly skilled and experienced professionals, dedicated to providing quality training and assessment. Our trainers have consulted extensively with key industry bodies and high quality Child Care Centres, to create a course that gives you an up to date qualification. Courses at Empower College are built with the highest levels of quality, both in design and delivery, ensuring your training experience will not only be completely rewarding and educational, it will also be fun and challenging, bringing your learning to new heights. Every Empower College Graduate leaves us with the right skills and knowledge they need to work in the Children s Services Industry. Flexibility to meet your needs We provide a number of flexible training options, including classroom based, online learning and employment based learning through Australian Traineeship arrangements. We offer the convenience of flexible payment options. Our variety of learner support services ensures you are provided every opportunity to successfully complete your course. Continuous quality improvement Great courses are not just built and left on the shelf. At Empower College we are continuously improving on everything we do, through regular consultation with the childcare industry, employers and government bodies to, to ensure that every aspect of our training stays ahead of what you need to know to do a great job. We also consult with you, our learners, to make sure we are meeting your expectations. Your feedback helps us continually improve. If you have any complaints we will listen and follow our complaints procedures to investigate and act. Focus on Child Care Here at Empower College, we pride ourselves as being a college that is passionate about Early Childhood Education. This is why we only deliver qualifications that focus on Children s Services. This way we are able to adapt to industry needs and changes quickly, to provide services to our clients as and how they are needed. Real workplace experience If you are enrolled in our Certificate or Diploma courses, you will experience placements in real workplaces, putting into practice your new learning and building valuable networks with employers and other early childhood educators. You may nominate a preferred Centre for your work placement, which must meet with our approval, or if required, we can provide assistance. 3

4 Nationally recognised qualifications A qualification issued by Empower College will be recognized anywhere in Australia by employers and other Registered Training Organisations. Each qualification you earn can be a pathway into another qualification enabling you to build a portfolio of portable and transferrable skills and knowledge. We will recognize the qualifications issued by other Registered Training Organisations and have processes in place for you to apply for credit transfer, if applicable, into one of our qualifications. Competency-based training and assessment Competency based training and assessment means you are trained and assessed for what you can do rather than just what you know. We assess your competence through various means including assignments, questions, simulations, and direct observation whilst on work placement, supported by feedback from supervisors. Recognising existing skills (current workers) Do you already have experience in childcare? If you: work as an unqualified childcare educator and wish have your knowledge and skills recognized toward a qualification hold a Certificate III and want credit transfer towards obtaining the Diploma have previous related study or experience in Children s Services, Empower College can assist you to gain recognition for part or all of a qualification. This is known as recognition of prior learning (RPL). To apply for RPL, note the request on your enrolment form, and complete our Application for RPL. If you are unsure, contact one of our staff to discuss. Learning supports Empower College has a range of learning supports to aid your progress, as we are committed to providing you with the best chance possible of you graduating. The services that we provide include Free workshops, held monthly in our Parramatta NSW training facility Full time support trainer for online learners Visits to workplaces for support and assessment Flexible and friendly trainers, available for help, including one on one help if needed Reasonable adjustments should you have an identified disability Easy to use online learning platform, with instructions and help as needed Assistance, where required, with finding work placement Links to other students for online learners and forums for social engagement Referral links to external support agencies. All applicants are tested for Literacy and Numeracy skills at enrolment. This is to ensure you have sufficient skills to meet course requirements. If we identify you have difficulties, we will offer you support as outlined above or refer you to another agency for focused help before accepting your enrolment. 4

5 Your records You will be able to access your records of progress and participation at any time so you can always be clear about where you are up to. If you happen to lose your qualifications at any time, we can, for a small fee, issue you with a replacement. Legislation and regulation We are compliant with a wide range of legislation and regulations, including those relating to Child protection and care, vocational education and training, consumer rights, work health and safety, privacy and anti- discrimination. Our promise to you We will: provide you with high quality training and assessment relevant to the workplace give you help you may need to you throughout your training have procedures for you to access your rights to appeals, complaints, training pathways (RPL and credit transfer) and access to your records as requested ensure a safe learning environment be honest in advertising our fees and charges, payment plans and refunds and any additional charges. We expect all our learners to: show respect to others throughout your training, including on work placement be punctual submit all assessment activities a and when required show duty of care for safety issues pay all outstanding fees on time. 5

6 Delivery options Online Learning: Allows you to complete this qualification at your own pace. You will need to be self- directing and will be required to complete a combination of written and workplace assessment tasks. Through our online training platform you can access all the required resources at any time of day! Empower College offers early completion upon request, which is granted on an individual basis. Traineeship: Is an entry level Employment Training Program aimed at providing on the job experience and a qualification pathway. A traineeship can be done full time or part time, or via on the job training and assessment. Please note this is an employment- based learning. For further information, please contact Sydney Childcare Employment on (02) Classroom training: Gives you the chance to participate in a range of hands on activities and be guided by our experienced trainers. As a classroom learner, you are given individual attention with small class sizes and flexible assessment methods. Qualifications we deliver CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care Descriptor: Entry requirements Notes Entry level requirement for work in child care settings - Working with Children s Check to be made after enrolment - minimum age 16. Parent or guardian written permission if under 18 - must have access to a computer (except for trainees who will receive a tablet upon payment of the administration fee) and internet access - a moderate level of computer literacy. Can be studied in combination with CHC50113 Diploma of Children s services Learners may complete study between the ages of however, cannot work in childcare until 18 years of age Payment plans available Structure 15 core subjects, 3 electives see below Duration Classroom 6 months, two days a week plus online study. Includes 3 weeks work placement Online Up to 12 months (Self paced study) Includes 3 weeks work placement Traineeship 12 months or part time equivalent Pathways Learners may exit on completion of this qualification or continue on to obtain the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care RPL assessment for all/some units may apply for existing workers 6

7 CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care Descriptor Entry requirements Notes Structure Covers educators in children's services who are responsible for planning, implementing and managing programs in early childhood services, in accordance with licensing, accreditation and duty of care requirements. Educators have responsibility for supervision of other staff and volunteers. In most states it is the highest qualification required at director or service manager level for children's service centre- based care. - Must be 18 years or older to work in the childcare industry. - a good understanding and comprehension of the English language - moderate level of computer literacy required. While this qualification equips workers to work with children from 0-5 years of age, some workplaces and jurisdictions require workers to have skills and knowledge to work with children in both early and middle childhood (i.e. aged 0-12 years). Payment plans available 23 core subjects, 5 electives when combined with Certificate III otherwise; 12 core subjects, 5 electives Duration Classroom 12 months, two days a week plus online study, or approx. 8 months if CHC30113 Certificate III is held. Includes 240 hours of work placement hours in the Certificate III Online Traineeship Up to 24 months (Self paced) Includes 240 hours of work placement hours in the Certificate III 24 months or part time equivalent Pathways Opens pathways to university qualifications Credit transfer given to students with CHC30113 Certificate III in Early childhood education or higher in same field RPL assessment for all/some units may apply for existing workers 7

8 HLTAID004 Provide an Emergency First Aid Response in an Education and Care Setting Descriptor Entry requirements Notes Requirement for all who work, or plan to work, in any childcare role in Australia Physical capacity to complete all the requirements of this unit, which includes being able to perform CPR Can be conducted in our training venue or in a childcare centre for staff (In- house) Structure One Unit of Competency leading to Statement of Attainment Duration One full day learning First Aid techniques, plus online theory 22099VIC First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis Descriptor Covers how to minimise the risk of this potentially life threatening allergic reaction and administer auto injection devices such as Epipen and Anapen. Notes Can be conducted in our training venue or in a childcare centre for staff Contains two accredited units of competency: Structure VU20297 Develop risk minimisation and management strategies for allergic reaction and anaphylaxis VU20296 Provide first aid management of severe allergic reactions and anaphylaxis Duration 2 hours or 3 hours if combined with Asthma training 8 hours if combined with full day course HLTAID004 Provide an Emergency First Aid Response in an Education and Care Setting 22099VIC First Aid Management of Anaphylaxis Descriptor Notes Structure Duration Covers management of asthma emergencies Can be conducted in our training venue or in a childcare centre for staff One Unit of Competency VU20011 Manage asthma emergencies 2 hours or 3 hours if combined with Anaphalaxys training 8 hours if combined with full day course HLTAID004 Provide an Emergency First Aid Response in an Education and Care Setting 8

9 How to enrol You can enrol in person, over the phone or online. Simply submit enrolment and any applicable RPL or Credit Transfer forms. You can obtain these by contacting us or on our website. We will schedule an enrolment interview in person/by phone to identify any specific requirements and payment options. Induction On receipt of your fees, you will be given a login to our learning platform (MOODLE). Before you can access your learning materials you will need to complete our online induction program. This gives you detailed information on your course, your trainers and assessors, how to use our online learning system, our assessment processes, legislation affecting you, your rights and responsibilities, work health and safety information, administrative information and required forms and documents. You can contact us for more information at any time before you decide to enroll on

10 Full qualification Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30113) Cluster / Stage National Code Title / Elective Stage 1 Care and Communicating (Cluster 1) CHCECE007 CHCECE005 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children Provide care for babies and toddlers CHCECE003 Provide care for children CHCECE001 Develop cultural competence Supportive and Inclusive Practices (Cluster 2) HLTHIR404D CHCCS400C Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk of harm Work placement for Stage One HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety Stage 2 Working in Children s Services (Cluster 3) CHCECE002 Ensure the health & safety of children CHCECE004 Provide and promote healthy food and drink HLTAID004- Provide an Emergency First Aid Response in an Education and Care Setting (First Aid Certificate) CHCECE010 Support the holistic development of children in early childhood Extending Learning and Development (Cluster 4) CHCECE009 CHCECE013 Use an approved learning framework to guide practice Use information about children to inform practice CHCECE011 Provide experiences to support children s play Entry Point/Continuation to - Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care OR continue on to graduate with - Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care Electives Electives (Childcare Centre) CHCORG303C CHCECE006 CHCECE012 Participate effectively in the work environment Support behavior of children and young people Support children to connect with their world Elective Elective Elective Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care Exit Point 10

11 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC50113) Cluster / Stage National Code Title / Elective CHCECE017 Foster the holistic development and well being of the child in early childhood CHCECE018 Nurture creativity in children Stage 3 Fostering and Nurturing Development (Cluster 5) CHCECE022 CHCECE023 Promote children s agency Analyse information to inform learning CHCECE024 Design and implement the curriculum to foster children s learning and development CHCECE019 Facilitate compliance in education and care services Maintaining Compliance in Early (Cluster 6) CHCECE016 HLTWHS003 Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment for children Maintain work health and safety CHCECE025 Embed sustainable practices in service operations Work placement for Stage Three CHCECE020 Establish and implement plans for developing cooperative behaviour Work in partnership with families to Stage 4 Supporting Inclusion (Cluster 7) CHCECE026 provide appropriate education and care for children CHCECE021 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children Electives Electives Management in Early Childhood BSBLED401A CHCORG506E CHCORH624E CHCORG627B Develop teams and individuals Coordinate the work environment Provide leadership in community services delivery Provide mentoring support to colleagues Elective Elective Elective Elective (Cluster 8) CHCORG614C Manage a community sector organisation Elective Work placement for Stage Four Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care Exit Point 11

12 Alternate Elective Units you may select Childcare Centre / Long Day Care Elective Units CHCORG303C Participate effectively in the work environment Elective CHCECE006 Support behaviour of children and young people Elective CHCECE012 Support children to connect with their world Elective 12

13 Fees Non-payment of fees Please be advised you are required to pay all fees or installments on time. If you fail to make regular installments by their due date, and have not negotiated alternate payment options with Empower College, we will reserve the right to cancel your enrolment and suspend your access to MOODLE. Learners removed from the course will be awarded a Statement of Attainment for any completed units that have been paid for. If a learner is experiencing financial hardship, they will be required to negotiate with Empower College in advance. Annual trainee Administration fee Traineeship enrolments will incur an annual trainee fee of $506 which is paid annually and non refundable. Please refer to your Employer for further information. This administration fee is charged at the same rate as the current TAFE administration fee and is charged at the direction of the Department of Education. No additional enrolment fees are required for trainees. A fee may apply to trainees who fail to attend or provide assessment materials at a scheduled visit that result in a revisit. RPL fees RPL fees are charged at the rate of $285 per unit for both the Certificate III and Diploma. Please request an RPL Application Kit, if you wish to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning. Note there is a $200 Assessment Fee, which will be deducted from the total cost of the qualification upon enrolment. Note: this assessment fee is non- refundable. Reissuing a Certificate If your certificate is lost or damaged, Empower College will issue you a replacement at a cost of $35. Please note all damaged Certificates must be returned prior to the issuance of a replacement. Australian Student Tuition Assurance Scheme (ASTAS) Empower College is a member of ACPET, including ASTAS. ASTAS ensures that any Australian student displaced from a course, due to a member's inability to continue the course, is relocated efficiently and with minimal disruption to a comparable course with another member or approved provider. It satisfies the requirements of the Higher Education Support Act 2003 and has been approved by ASQA as an alternative fee protection measure under the Standards for NVR Registered Training Organisations (SNR 11.3e and 22.3e). Confirmation of ASQA's approval is available on their website. ( The benefits of membership are that learners fees paid in advance are protected by ASTAS. 13

14 Refund policy Refunds applicable to an Online \ Classroom Learner: Refunds of fees will only be made in the following circumstances: Where a learner has overpaid fees Empower College cancels the training and cannot make arrangements to conduct the course at a later date, a full refund shall apply In circumstances beyond the student s control, such as corroborated injury, ill health, bereavement or other appropriate reasons subject to the acceptance of the RTO Manager Where a learner withdraws prior to starting the induction, providing at least fourteen (14) days notice, from the proposed commencement date, Empower College will issue you a full refund however, retain a non- refundable administration fee In the event an applicant is continuously not meeting expectations with their Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment and therefore, cannot continue the course, a full refund shall apply. Refunds applicable to a traineeship: Empower College cancels the training and cannot make arrangements to conduct the course at a later date, a full refund shall apply. Learners are required to return textbooks and tablets to Empower College that are issued as part of their traineeship. Where these are not returned or they are damaged, Empower College will retain all fees paid. Where a learner withdraws due to no longer wishing to proceed with the qualification, or where the employer dismisses the learner, no refunds are applicable. In circumstances beyond the learner s control, such as corroborated injury, ill health, bereavement or other appropriate reasons where the learner is unable to continue to participate in the qualification. These circumstances are subject to the acceptance of the RTO Manager. Empower College will retain a non- refundable administration fee and refund the remainder. Learners are required to return textbooks and tablets to Empower College that are issued as part of their traineeship. Where these are not returned or they are damaged, Empower College will retain all fees paid. In the event an applicant is continuously not meeting expectations with their Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment and therefore, cannot continue the course, a full refund shall apply. 14

15 Course Fee s and Payment Schedule Certificate III - Online Study CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care Upfront Fee Upfront Fee $2,500 Interest Free Payment Plan for Certificate III Based Over 12 Months Payment Plan Weekly - $48.07 Fortnightly - $96.15 Monthly - $ Certificate III Classroom Study CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care Upfront Fee Interest Free Payment Plan for Certificate III Based Over 12 Months Upfront Fee $3,870 Payment Plan Weekly - $74.45 Please Note: These installments include the Enrolment fee Fortnightly - $ Monthly - $ Diploma Online Study CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care Combined with CHC30113 Certificate III Upfront Payment *Please Note: If you already hold a Certificate III Upfront Fee $5,600 ONLY $3,600 Payment Plan for Diploma Based Over 24 Months OR Payment Plan Weekly - $53.84 Please Note: These installments include the Enrolment Fee Fortnightly - $ Monthly - $

16 Diploma Classroom Study CHC30113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care Upfront Payment $8,000 OR Payment Plan for Diploma Based Over 24 Months Payment Plan Weekly - $76.92 Please Note: These payment plans can be paid quicker or in larger Larger installments Fortnightly - $ Monthly - $ Traineeship Traineeship Traineeship in Early Childhood Education and Care Existing Worker Trainee CHC30113 Certificate III - $2100* CHC50113 Diploma - $4200** New Entrant Trainee (Admin Fee) $506 yearly (Upfront) OR Initial Fee - $253 + Midway Fee - $253 *CHC30113 Certificate III of Early Childhood Education and Care 12 Month duration (full- time) **CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care 24 Month duration (full- time) First Aid, Asthma and Anaphylaxis HLTAID004 Provide an Emergency First Aid Response in an Education and Care Setting Price First Aid Asthma - $45 Anaphylaxis - $45 Or all three for - $230 16

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