Skill set Outline

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13/09/2026 8:11 AM AWST

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Introduction to Early Childhood Education and Care Skill Set

Introduction to Early Childhood Education and Care Skill Set

Skill set
National Code
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State Code
AE818
TGA Status
N/A
DTWD Status
Approved
Associated Qualification
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
National Code
CHC30121
State Code
BGY3
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
Statement of Attainment at Certificate III Level
Field of Education
0701 - Teacher Education
Skillset Type
State
Original TGA Release Date
24/05/2022
Current Release Date
24/05/2022
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
24/05/2022
Nominal Hours
200
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 24/05/2022 N/A Approved
Description
This skill set will be delivered as a Job Ready pilot program. The skill set is designed to provide entry level training to enter an Early Childhood Educator traineeship. The program will include a work placement.
Pathway Information
The units of competency in this skill provide credit towards the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30121)
Licensing / Regulatory Information
There are no licensing or regulatory requirement however the skills in the units must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand Standards and industry codes of practice
Target Group
- Pre-employment
- Entry level
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These units of competency from the CHC Community Services Training Package provide introductory skills and knowledge of the early childhood education and care sector.
General notes
No information