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Introduction to Childcare

Duration
8 weeks
Cost
$1250
Delivery Location
Accredited

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Introduction to Childcare overview

Set yourself up for a career in childcare and education, or use this skill set to create opportunities for part-time roles in before-and-after-school or vacation care programs – ideal for gaining experience while studying or balancing other commitments.

Upon successful completion of this short course you may choose to immediately continue your studies to complete either a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care (CHC30121).  You will receive credit for the units you have already successfully completed in this course.

 

What you need to know about this course

    • The course is delivered using a blended learning model which includes timetabled classroom attendance two evenings per week over 8 weeks and weekly flexible directed self study hours.  An additional day will be required to complete the first aid course, either Saturday 14 June or Friday 27 June 2025.
    • Students will need to allow time during the course for directed self study for the completion of learning and assessment tasks.
    • The course is delivered in the College’s fully equipped training room by our qualified and industry experienced trainer/assessor.
    • 4 units of competency will be studied during this short course. These are listed in the pop up list located above the class options below.
    • A timetable will be provided on course commencement.
    • The resources for this course will be delivered via our NBMC learning management system, CANVAS. Training to use CANVAS will be provided at the beginning of the course. Once access to the course resources is provided, students can either print them and bring them along to class, or access them electronically via their personal laptop. Students enrolling must have access to the following:
      • A laptop / computer
      • The internet
      • A scanner, or a scanner app downloaded on their smart phone

If you choose, you can continue at the end of this short course to complete Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care (CHC30121) in Term 3 2025, which is fully funded under NSW Fee Free funding.

 

Are there Assessments?

  • Competency based assessment of the four units of competency in this course will be conducted through a mix of assessment methods including case studies, theory tasks and practical demonstration.
  • You will receive clear assessment instructions and an opportunity will be provided for resubmission of assessments if required.

 

To Enrol or for Further Information

  • For more information on course content contact Julie Lindfield on 9970 1051 or email julie@nbmc.nsw.edu.au.
  • To commence the enrolment process click the ‘Enrol Now’ button below, or if you would like to enrol under ACE funding use the Funding Eligibility Calculator below, if successful you will be able to Apply for a position (please note that completing the enrolment form does not guarantee placement in courses), or contact Susan Wilkinson on 9970 1000 or email vet@nbmc.nsw.edu.au. Limited places available.

This training may be subsidised by the NSW Government.

  • Telephone or personal meeting with our Training Coordinator who will provide course information and answer your questions to ensure this is the right course for you before you enrol.
  • Unique Student Identifer (see information below).
  • Completion of an online NBMC English language, literacy and numeracy quiz to determine that you have appropriate skills to successfully complete the course.

Assessments are made against the following units of competency which is also contained in the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CHC30121

As part of this course you will be completing the accredited units:

  • Identify and respond to children and young people at risk (CHCPRT001)
  • Provide First Aid in an education and care setting (HLTAID012)
  • Participate in workplace health and safety (HLTWHS001)
  • Follow basic food safety practices (HLTFSE001)

On successful completion of the assessment tasks associated with this unit, a Statement of Attainment will be issued.

 

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) – is a means of measuring skills acquired through work or life experiences or through qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. Any student who believes they may be eligible for RPL must apply for this at least two weeks prior to the course commencing. If you apply after the course commences it may not be accepted.

From 1 January 2015 it is a requirement of the Federal Government that all students undertaking nationally recognised training will need to obtain a Unique Student Identifier (USI). This involves an easy online application. See USI Fact Sheet for information on how to apply for a USI go to the Unique Student Identifier (USI) Website for additional information.

Please ensure when completing your enrolment information, that the details relating to your name are identical to those on the identification evidence (eg passport or driver’s licence) used when creating your USI, eg no abbreviations or nicknames should be used. Once created, it is important that you keep a record of your USI and access to your accredited training records in a safe place. You will need this information for any future enrolments into accredited training in Australia. Please contact the College on 9970 1000 if you require assistance

This short course provides a pathway to completing the Certificate III in Health Services Assistance HLT33115 or Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance HLT33015. Completion of Certificate III in Health Services Assistance will allow you to work as a nursing assistant in a variety of health care settings including hospitals and other care facilities. Completion of Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance HLT33015 will allow you to work in a role supporting physios, podiatrists or speech pathologists in a range of settings like hospitals, medical practices, mental health clinics, schools, aged care facilities or in a community health organisation.

Enjoy smaller class sizes, a personalised relationship with your trainer, face-to face teaching sessions and qualifications that include real life work experience, when you choose to study at the three-campus Northern Beaches & Mosman College (NBMC).

With classes available across the Northern Beaches and Lower North Shore in Narrabeen, Brookvale and Mosman, the College offers increasing numbers of accredited and vocational qualifications. Students include those looking to upskill, to change career direction and school leavers keen to step onto a career pathway. Courses on offer can lead directly to employment and/or go towards future learning opportunities.

Please advise our Training Coordinator at your initial telephone or personal meeting if you require additional support in your learning. This will allow a support plan to be devised before you commence your course

This course is fully funded for many Australian citizens; permanent residents; New Zealand citizens and Humanitarian Visa Holders under the NSW Government’s Adult & Community Education funding. See ACE Funding for details of eligibility requirements or contact Susan Wilkinson on 9970 1000 or email vet@nbmc.nsw.edu.au for further information.

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Below are our available intakes to the  Introduction to Childcare. Select the intake you wish to enrol into and complete the Online Enrolment Form

Available Intakes

Name Date Time Location Spaces Cost
Introduction to Childcare: Wed & Thu 5.30pm to 8.30pm Trainer: Tracy Woodbury 7 May - 26 June 2025 05:30 pm - 08:30 pm NBMC Brookvale Campus 16 $1,250.00

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