Diploma in School Aged Education and Care
Expand your career in Outside School Hours and Vacation Care
CHC50221
Mixed Delivery:
Online and In-Person
18-24 Months Completion
Multiple funding options
Diploma of School Aged Education and Care Course Description
The Diploma of School Aged Education and Care is an in depth qualification that will help you advance your career working in Outside School hours and vacation care. It will allow you to take on higher levels of responsibility in the day-to-day running of a regulated school age education and care service in Australia.
Within the Diploma, it will give you further knowledge on how to implement and manage learning programs for school aged children and support you in supervising staff and visitors. It will assist you in designing, planning and evaluating learning programs for school aged children and give you highly sought after skills, knowledge and experience in childhood development that services are seeking in highly skilled educators.
Qualification
Course Code
CHC50221
Nationally Recognised
Yes
Duration
Full Time: 104 Hours
Part Time: 208 Hours
Self Paced: Opportunity to fast track qualifications student driven
Delivery Modes
You can choose the delivery mode that best suits your circumstances from the following:
- Online
- Mixed mode online and face to face delivery
Placement Hours of Work
International Delivery
This course is not currently available to international students.
A sound ability to read, write and speak English.
A basic ability to apply numeracy.
BSBLDR523 Lead and manage effective workplace relationships
CHCCCS007 Develop and implement service programs
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCDIV003 Manage and promote diversity
CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
CHCPRT025 Identify and report children and young people at risk
CHCSAC006 Support children to participate in school age care
CHCSAC007 Develop and implement play and leisure experiences in school age care
CHCSAC008 Work collaboratively and respectfully with school age children
CHCSAC010 Foster holistic learning, development and wellbeing for school age children
HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
HLTFSE007 Oversee the day-to-day implementation of food safety in the workplace
HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety
SISXDIS001 Facilitate inclusion for people with a disability
ELECTIVES
BSBHRM413 Support the learning and development of teams and individuals
CHCDIS006 Develop and promote positive person-centred behaviour supports
CHCDIS007 Facilitate the empowerment of people with a disability
CHCDIS009 Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person centred approach
CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
HLTFSE001 Follow basic food safety practices
SISXEMR002 Coordinate emergency response
BSBSUS411 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
- Direct real time assessment in the workplace
- Prepared individual work pieces ie. reports, projects, displays, role plays, presentations
- Written questionnaires
- Reports from workplace supervisors
ELC Training Australia’s preferred method of payment of student fees is by instalment in arrears. This is supported by the following payment methods available to you:
- Credit Card
- Direct Debit
- Payment Plans
Multiple funding options are available. Find out more about it on our Fees page.
Upon successful completion of this program, learners will be able to make informed choices about employment. Employment prospects for people holding the CHC50221 Diploma of School Age Education and Care qualification include:
- Nominated Supervisor
- Group Coordinator
- Group Leader
- Outside School Hours Care Coordinator
- Outside School Hours Care Educator
- Program Leader
- Team Leader
- Vacation Care Coordinator
This qualification enables students to work towards becoming a childcare Manager/ Director or an Outside School Hours Care Coordinator/ Director. This pathway is ideal for learners who wish to increase their vocational experience before entering the workforce.
Fees for Diploma in School Aged Education and Care
Your tuition fee
$1070
* Subject to availability for Skills SA Funding Program
Your tuition fee
$1070
* Subject to availability for Skills SA Funding Program
Work while you study
If you are already working in an OSHC service we may be able to support you through your education by agreement with your employer.
Our preferred delivery method is a blended mix of study tools including practical workplace based training and assessment.
This avenue supported by a qualified trainer and assessor on site to help you achieve your study goals.
Why study your Diploma
Earning a Diploma in School Age Education and Care can be a rewarding career move. This nationally recognised qualification equips you with the essential skills and knowledge to excel as an early childhood educator. The program not only provides a comprehensive curriculum covering diverse aspects of child development and care but also incorporates 208 hours of practical work experience in a regulated school age education and care service in Australia. This hands-on experience proves invaluable in solidifying your learning and preparing you for real-world scenarios in settings like Out of Hours Care, Family Day Care, and Early Childhood Education and Care centres. Choosing this career path means you’re not just gaining a qualification—you’re investing in a future where you can make a real difference in the lives of children.
All applications to enrol in our accredited Early Childhood courses are subject to the selection process and course student capacity constraints, there is no guarantee of acceptance into a course. As part of the application process, you will be enrolled in a “holding class” titled “ECEC Eligibility Check” in which you will be required to complete a LLN test and provide the following documentation: South Australian Working with Children Check, Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate (includes second vaccination), RRHAN-EC Fundamentals and Masterclass Certificate, Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting (Diploma Only) and Previous Qualifications (Diploma Only). Your application will then be reviewed and you will be contacted regarding your application outcome. There is no fee incurred for the application process. If you have any issues during this process, please contact our administration team via email at admin@elctraining.com.au
