CHC50125

Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care

CRICOS Code: 119148C

The next step in a career in early childhood education. You’ll build advanced skills to plan and deliver programs guided by an approved learning framework across regulated services such as long day care, family day care, preschool and kindergarten.

Study Options

DOMESTIC STUDENTS

Choose classroom-based training OR a workplace-based traineeship

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Classroom-based training only (CRICOS)

STUDY MODE

Classroom-based training
Workplace-based traineeship
Classroom-based training

INTAKES

Classes start every few weeks,
contact us for specific dates
Anytime throughout the year
Classes start every few weeks

LOCATION

Mirrabooka
At your workplace across
Perth metro and some regional locations
Mirrabooka campus, Perth WA. Call us for new campus locations

DURATION

32 weeks of classroom
learning for 2 days a week,
plus; 280 hours of work
experience at your own pace
Up to 24 months (full-time)
or 36 months (part-time)
52 weeks (including holidays). 2 days per week of classroom learning and 280 hours of work placement over 42 weeks
*Free training may be available
for eligible WA students only;
eligibility criteria apply.

DOMESTIC STUDENTS

Choose classroom-based training OR a workplace-based traineeship

Classroom-based training

INTAKES

Classes start every few weeks. Contact us for specific dates.

LOCATION

Ellenbrook • Clarkson
• Rockingham •
Mirrabooka •
Cockburn • Victoria
Park

DURATION

37 weeks of classroom
learning (2 days per
week), plus 160 hours
of work experience at
your own pace.

Workplace-based traineeship

INTAKES

Anytime throughout
the calendar year.

LOCATION

At your workplace
anywhere across the
Perth metro, and some
regional locations.

DURATION

24 months (full-time)
or from 36 months
(part-time).
*Free training may be available
for eligible WA students only;
eligibility criteria apply.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Classroom-based training only (CRICOS). International fees and conditions apply.

Classroom-based training

INTAKES

Classes start every few
weeks. Contact us for
specific dates.

LOCATION

Mirrabooka campus,
Perth, Western
Australia.

DURATION

52 weeks (including
holidays) at 20 hours
of study per week
(including two days of
classroom learning),
plus 160 hours of work
placement at your own
pace.

Why choose Greenhouse Education?

As a dedicated RTO focused solely on Early Childhood Education & Care, we’re passionate about high-quality, industry-relevant training. Our commitment to early learning means engaging, practical programs that empower educators and strengthen the sector.

Whether you’re a school leaver, career changer, centre manager or international student, you’ll learn with trainers who understand real childcare practice—connecting every unit back to what happens day-to-day in an early learning service.

EARLY YEARS ONLY
We focus on ECEC only, so training, trainers and resources stay centred on early learning.
Clear Communication
Clear expectations help students and centres plan around rosters and life.
PASSIONATE & DEDICATED TRAINERS
Our trainers keep momentum up and confidence growing.
Balanced trainer caseloads
Trainers aren’t overloaded, so there’s time for genuine one-on-one support.
HELP, when you need it
Schedule a call or online chat whenever questions pop up
Real-World Learning
Learning is built around real tasks used in approved early learning centres.
Fast assessment turnaround
Rapid feedback helps keep learning and workplace plans moving.
Tech- flexible delivery
Digital resources and assessments support your face-to-face training.
Clear Progress reports
Regular progress updates keep students, trainers and centres aligned.

Fees

Different fees apply depending on the funding and subsidies you quality for.
View the relevant link for detailed information.

DOMESTIC STUDENTS

Choose classroom-based training OR a workplace-based traineeship

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Classroom-based training only (CRICOS)
Classroom-based training
Fee free for eligible WA
students
Total course cost $10,250
*Students Visa holders are not eligible for Free training.
$4,500 for those not eligible
for funded training (fee for service)
Workplace-based
traineeship
Fee free for new employees
Fees apply for existing workers

DOMESTIC STUDENTS

Choose classroom-based training or workplace-based traineeship

Classroom-based training

Fee free for eligible WA students
$4,500 for those not eligible for those not
eligible for funded training (fee for service)

Workplace-based Traineeship

Fee free for new employees
Fees apply for existing workers

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Classroom-based training only

Classroom-based training

Total course cost $10,250
*Students Visa holders are not eligible for Free training.
The student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances of enrollment.
Additional fees may apply such as resource fees and other fees

Frequently asked questions

Domestic Student FAQs

Funding Eligibility

From 1 January 2023, this course has been part of the Fee Free Training program. Course fees will be 100% subsidised by the WA State Government for eligible students. Places are limited (refer to Jobs and Skills WA for current program information).

To be eligible for free training you must meet both criteria:

  1. Be a West Australian resident
    AND
  2. Be an Australian citizen, or a permanent visa holder, or hold one of these visas:
  3. Visa subclass 300, 309, 444, 445, 449, 461, 785, 786, 790, 820
  4. Secondary holder (spouses and dependants) of visa 188, 457, 482, 489, 491, 494
  5. 050 & 051 Bridging Visa E subclass holders who have applied for subclass 785 or 790
  6. Bridging visa holders with work entitlements who have applied for 866 subclass

Training is subsidised by the Government of Western Australia for eligible students. Fees and eligibility criteria apply. Places are subject to eligibility & availability.

The student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as resource fees and other fees.

International Student FAQs

Greenhouse Education’s Admission Requirements

To enrol, you must show:

  • A satisfactory level of language, literacy, numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills (confirmed at enrolment)
  • A genuine desire to work in the Early Childhood Education and Care profession
  • If you are aged 18 or over: you must be eligible for a current Working with Children Check (WA)

Work placement & checks (read before enrolling)
This qualification includes mandatory work placement in a regulated/approved Early Childhood Education and Care service. For placement, host services may require checks such as a Working with Children Check and/or National Police Clearance.

Further Information on entry requirements can be found in the Greenhouse Education Student Handbook for International Students – click here

See full Subclass 500 Student visa eligibility requirements here – https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/student-500#Eligibility

See Visa application document checklist tool here – https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/web-evidentiary-tool

Core Competencies

There are 15 units required to be completed in this qualification; 12 core units and 3 elective units.

Core Units

BSBTWK502 Manage team effectiveness
CHCECE041 Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children
CHCECE042 Foster holistic early childhood learning, development, and wellbeing
CHCECE043 Nurture creativity in children
CHCECE044 Facilitate compliance in a children’s education and care service
CHCECE045 Foster positive and respectful interactions and behaviour in children
CHCECE046 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children
CHCECE047 Analyse information to inform children’s learning
CHCECE048 Plan and implement children’s education and care curriculum
CHCECE049 Embed environmental responsibility in service operations
CHCECE050 Work in partnership with children’s families
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice

Elective Units

BSBHRM413 Support the learning and development of teams and individuals
BSBPEF502 Develop and use emotional intelligence
CHCDIV003 Manage and promote diversity

Is this course for me?

Choose this course if you’re ready to:

  • Plan and document learning programs guided by an approved learning framework.
  • Support and guide other educators with routines, practice and room leadership.
  • Promote children’s health, safety, wellbeing and inclusion across daily routines.
  • Build skills in partnerships with families, observation, reflective practice and play-based learning.

Possible job outcomes

Possible job outcomes include:

  • Lead Educator / Room Leader
  • Early Childhood Educator
  • Assistant or Centre Director
  • Family day care educator
  • Kindergarten assistant

Employment is not guaranteed. Employment outcomes will depend on individual circumstances and labour market conditions.