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A short course in child care is the best way to start your journey to careers working as a nanny or in a child care centre. If you want to learn the basics of supporting and nurturing the health, wellbeing and development of children, these courses are for you.

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Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CHC30113

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Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement

Secure a support role, helping to care for children, babies and toddlers The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care equips you with the knowledge and skills you need to support the implementation of an approved learning framework, and su...

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Child & Adolescent Mental Health Certificate

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Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement

Do you have a passion for working and caring for children and adolescents? Would you like to understand the thoughts and behaviours of children so you can be a greater help to them? Do you want to be able to identify common mental health disorders seen...

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Child and Youth Counselling Certificate

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Online
Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement

Have you ever wanted to work in an area that allows you to help and support young children? Have you ever felt a passion for showing care to young people, and making a lasting impact in their life? Maybe this even resonates with your own children? Ther...

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Childcare Course Bundle (5 Certificates)

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Online
Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement

This amazing NEW course bundle will not only save you $296, but will also give you the career boost you are looking for. Designed in collaboration with top experts, this 100% online Course Bundle will equip you with the practical, on-the-job skills and...

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Certificate in Pregnancy/Maternal and Children’s Nutrition Owner

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This course will arm you with the most powerful weapon of all, knowledge! Whether you are looking to understand and adopt healthier choices for your child or family, implement a new lifestyle balance for your family, or embark on a new rewarding career...

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Counselling Certificate in Adolescents & Young Adults

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Have you ever wanted to work in an area that allows you to help and support adolescents and young adults? Have you ever wanted the opportunity to work with young people in society and support them as they face their toughest challenges during the most...

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Why study childcare?

A child care short course is one of the best ways you can train in childcare. Child care covers everything from child development, child psychology, and everything in between! To work in childcare means that you have the incredible privilege of helping to nurture, support and teach children in every environment.

Whether you’re looking to go on to teaching and want to get a formal qualification under your belt early, or just wanting to make some extra cash by babysitting, there are suitable childcare courses available for every option. 

Career outcomes:

With such an enormous range of areas covered by ‘child care,’ there are also numerous possible careers. Below is a list of jobs in child care that would benefit from a short course in child care:

  • Teacher
  • Au Pair/Nanny
  • Child Care Center Manager
  • Child Psychologist
  • Teachers Aid
  • Pediatric Nurse
  • Early Learning Center Teacher

Studying child care:

Studying child care is a popular option all over Australia, and as such there are courses available to everyone, no matter where you live. There are short courses in Melbourne, Sydney, as well as regional areas, especially as online learning becomes more and more common. Many institutions offer both online or in class study options, with most offering a form of blended learning, which mixes both teaching elements together. Some of the available courses are:

  • Child Development Course
  • Early Childhood Education and care Certificate
  • Child Protection in Early Education and Care
  • Educational Leadership in Early Childhood

Is a career in child care right for you?

There are a few crucial skills for child care. Firstly, a genuine love of working with kids is imperative. Child care can be extremely rewarding, but it can also be challenging and involves true dedication to the children you’re caring for. Without a genuine want to nurture children, it can be easy to burn out. Secondly, patience is a skill that any child care worker will tell you is essential. It can take a little while for kids to adapt to and get used to new people, but once they do it’s all worth it! If this sounds like you, make sure to browse our available short courses in child care today!

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