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CERTIFICATE III IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE (CHC30113)

The Early Childhood Education and Care profession is one of the fastest growing professions in Australia and is expected to grow over the next 5 years.

Your qualifications will provide excellent employment prospects due to child care workers being in high demand.

This qualification reflects the role of workers in a range of early childhood education settings who work within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard. Students will learn to support the implementation of an approved learning framework, and support children’s learning and development. This qualification will enable direct supervision or autonomous work activity in a range of child care facilities such as full day care centres, occasional care facilities, crèches and early learning centres as an Early Childhood Educator.

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QUICK INFO

Qualification Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Nationally recognised Yes
National code CHC30113
CRICOS Course Code 106049B
Location Brisbane Campus
Delivery mode Face-to-face classroom delivery
Vocational Placement – 120-hours (compulsory)
Course Duration 28 weeks (including 4 weeks holiday)
Entry Requirements IELTS (Academic) overall 5.0, or equivalent
Academic: Equivalent to an Australian Year 10 qualification
Must be 18 years of age
Start dates

10/05/2021
28/06/2021
23/08/2021

27/09/2021
22/11/2021

Awarded by Shafston International Pty Ltd, CRICOS Provider Code: 03917H, RTO Code: 45694

UNIT DETAILS

CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically (Eligible for CT*)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and work within the legal and ethical frameworks that apply to an individual job role.

This unit applies to community services and health workers who play a proactive role in identifying and meeting their legal and ethical responsibilities.

CHCECE001 Develop cultural competence (Eligible for CT*)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work towards cultural competency and to support participation of all children and families in children’s services. This support includes contributing to children’s understanding and acceptance of all cultures.

This unit applies to educators working in a range of education and care services.

CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety (Eligible for CT*)

The unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety issues in the workplace, model cultural safety in own work practice, and develop strategies to enhance cultural safety.

This unit applies to people working in a broad range of roles including those involved in direct client service, program planning, development and evaluation contexts.

CHCECE004 Promote and provide healthy food and drinks (Eligible for CT*)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to promote healthy eating and ensure that food and drinks provided are nutritious, appropriate for each child and prepared in a safe and hygienic manner.

This unit applies to educators working in a range of education and care services.

HLTAID004 Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting (Eligible for CT*)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to infants, children and adults.

The unit applies to educators and support staff working within an education and care setting who are required to respond to a first aid emergency, including asthmatic and anaphylactic emergencies.

CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk (Eligible for CT*)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to support and protect children and young people who are at risk of harm. This work occurs within legislative and policy frameworks and carries a duty of care responsibility.

This unit applies to workers in a range of job roles providing services to children and young people including in community services and health contexts.

CHCECE005 Provide care for babies and toddlers (Eligible for CT*)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required by educators working with babies and toddlers to ensure that the children’s physical and emotional wellbeing is maintained.

This unit applies to work with babies and toddlers from birth to 24 months in a range of early education and care contexts.

CHCECE003 Provide care for children (Eligible for CT*)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to ensure children’s physical and emotional well-being is maintained and their self-sufficiency is nurtured.

This unit applies to people who work with children in a range of early education and care services.

CHCECE002 Ensure the health and safety of children (Eligible for CT*)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge to ensure the health and safety of children.

This unit applies to educators working in a variety of education and care services.

CHCECE009 Use an approved learning framework to guide practice (Eligible for CT*)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to enable educators to provide children with opportunities to maximise their potential and develop a foundation for future success.

This unit applies to educators working in a range of education and care services.

CHCECE007 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children (Eligible for CT*)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required by educators working with children to ensure they can develop and maintain effective relationships and promote positive behaviour.

This unit applies to educators who work with children in a range of education and care service settings.

HLTWHS001 - Participate in workplace health and safety

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required for workers to participate in safe work practices to ensure their own health and safety, and that of others.

The unit applies to all workers who require knowledge of workplace health and safety (WHS) to carry out their own work, either under direct supervision or with some individual responsibility.

CHCECE006 Support behaviour of children and young people

This unit describes the skills and knowledge to apply strategies to guide responsible behaviour of children and young people in a safe and supportive environment.

The unit applies to workers in a range of community service contexts.

CHCECE012 Support children to connect with their world

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to support and encourage children’s connection with their environment.

This unit applies to educators working in a range of education and care services.

CHCECE013 Use information about children to inform practice (Eligible for CT*)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to support children’s play and learning.

This unit applies to educators working in a range of education and care services.

CHCECE010 Support the holistic development of children in early childhood

This unit describes the skills and knowledge to support and recognise the interrelationship between the physical, social, emotional, cognitive and communication development of children from birth to 6 years of age.

This unit applies to educators working in a range of early childhood education and care services.

CHCECE026 Work in partnership with families to provide appropriate education and care for children (Eligible for CT*)

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work in partnership with families to provide appropriate education and care for the child.

This unit applies to educators working in a variety of education and care services.

CHCECE011 Provide experiences to support children’s play and learning

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to support children’s play and learning.

This unit applies to educators working in a range of education and care services.

A total of 18 units of competency is required to obtain this qualification. On successful completion of the course students will be issued with the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30113) recognised within the Australian Qualification Framework. (Clustered program)

* This unit is eligible for a Credit Transfer to the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC50113) upon successful completion of the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30113)

BLUE CARD - WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK


Students 
who work with children and young people must hold a Blue Card, unless an exemption applies.

A volunteer or student must not commence regulated child-related work (vocational placement) until they hold a valid blue card.

Shafston initiates the Blue Card application process at orientation.  The application is free and may take up to 28 working days to be processed. 

For more detailed information about the Blue Card please click on the link to Government website (below) and you will find further information about the volunteer Blue Card as listed below.

If your Blue Card application is declined you will be unable to commence placement, this will affect your course outcomes.  Please note, if you are unsure if you will meet the eligibility requirements please visit the website.

  • https://bluecard.qld.gov.au/volunteers/index.html

Volunteers & students

  • Do I need a blue card?
  • Who is disqualified from applying for a blue card?
  • When do I need to apply?
  • How do I apply?
  • Your rights
  • Your obligations
  • Deciding who is eligible to work with children

VOCATIONAL PLACEMENT


You will need to complete the minimum hours of vocational placement for CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (minimum 120 hours) and for CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (minimum 240 hours).

You will be assisted in securing your vocational placement in an Approved Education and Care Service and be mentored by an experienced educator.

During vocational placement you will put into action everything you have learnt throughout your course.


For more information on Vocational Placement see the Best Practice Guide and Frequently Asked Questions for Students | Frequently Asked Questions for Organisations.

STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

  • I have just graduated from my Certifiate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and I am currentely studying the Diploma. Shafston is helping me to develop my knowledge and skills in the Child care sector through teachers and staff who are professionals, friendly and helpful. The classess are challenging and the campus is beautiful with a great green area and an awesome view to the river. The staff assisted me with finding vocational placement in a childcare centre and helped me with all the arrangements. Thanks to my vocational placement, I have already started to work in the childcare industry.

    Ana Maria ~ Spain

  • What I liked about Shafston was the small class sizes. This allowed the teachers to help each student and it made it easier to ask questions. The teachers would always give me advices on how to improve my English which helped me gain more confidence. Although I had a lot of difficulties with my English, I was able to improve my understanding from the supplementary classes where I received one-on-one lessons from my teacher.

    Misa ~ Japan

  • Shafston’s campus and teachers are amazing! I love the fact that there are many different cultures and students here. Back home, there were only two international students in my class. The teachers used very traditional teaching methods. Our entire day was basically writing down notes, which were hard to understand and extremely boring. I really appreciate the conversations I can have with my teacher at Shafston, rather than reading and writing notes all day.

    Shela ~ Malaysia

  • I was really happy with Shafston when I got here. Compared to classrooms back home, it was a complete difference. Classrooms in Taiwan are extremely boring and based highly on information and recall. There is no time for conversations, only time for absorbing information. It was really robotic. I love how Shafston offers conversational learning! I have time to discuss topics with my teacher and classmates, which is a lot more interesting than writing down theory. I also love the environment here. The campus is awesome.

    Mike ~ Taiwan

  • I currently study the Diploma of Business at Shafston, a very popular international college in Australia because of their multicultural community. It has a beautiful environment situated by the river, The classes are enjoyable and attending my classes has also helped me improve my English.

    FeiQuo ~ China

  • Very much valuable. The course is designed in a manner that learning is not limited. I am gaining lot of knowledge through the course. The assignments are really good as they help the students to think out-of-the box and answer. I am very happy doing this course as I am gaining a lot of insight. Also, professionalism and the support being extended by my tutor is really great and I am thankful to Gael.

    Abhayjot ~ India

CAREER OUTCOMES

Begin your career in children’s services. This course covers the fundamentals of childhood development and caring for children. You will be able to plan leisure and play activities which focus on the child’s development. Career outcomes include:

  • Childhood Educator Assistant
  • Outside School Hours Aide
  • Preschool Assistant

The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30113) is the minimum requirement for employment in the early childhood industry. This qualification will provide you with high quality training in the skills and knowledge required to work with children, enabling you to support their wellbeing, learning and development. You will also be required to undertake work placements to gain experience in the industry.

Our trainer’s are highly qualified and industry current so you will receive up to date relevant training, you will graduate with a qualification you can be proud of which will take you on the pathway to the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.

ASSESSMENT

“The process of collecting evidence and making judgements on whether competency has been achieved to confirm that an individual can perform to the standard expected in the workplace, as specified in a training package or a VET accredited course.”  https://www.asqa.gov.au/standards-vac/definitions


Your Shafston teacher will formally assess your skills, knowledge and understanding.   Assessment is competency based, this means you will be required to show / demonstrate the required competencies for the units of competency you are studying.

In order to ensure that Shafston’s assessment is valid, reliable, flexible and fair, Shafston trainers will conduct assessment as per the assessment conditions for each unit of competency you are studying. 

There are many different types of assessment.  Multiple and varied assessments are used to ensure that learners are able to demonstrate competency.  We will ensure that the assessment is conducted in a manner that is fair, flexible, valid and reliable. 

The portal has the following sections Activities, Questioning, Project, and Observation which span across these different tasks.   Some of the assessment tasks are ‘stand-alone’ or they may be a combination of these methods of assessment.


There may be

• Written tasks

Written assessments include case studies, question-answer type tasks, written reports and assignments, including reflective evaluations, self-evaluations,  project work, demonstrations and class presentations.

• Examination

This includes written or spoken ‘question-answer’ type tasks in an examination. 

• Observation

Your teacher will observe your performance of tasks in real or simulated workplace environments.  This includes participation in role-plays, group discussions and demonstrations of practical skills and knowledge.  Students on vocational placement will be observed by a qualified professional.

• Vocational Placement

Vocational placement provides the opportunity to observe professionals in your vocation, gain skills specific to your vocation, engage and interact with your community, and most importantly, to apply what you have learnt in the classroom to the ‘real-world’ vocational environment.  You will be mentored and supported by an industry professional and have a valuable opportunity to learn in a structured workplace environment.  Your teacher as well as the industry professional will both observe your ability to apply the skills, knowledge and attitudes required in workplace situations and environments.

http://shafston.edu/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Best_Practice_Guidelines_for_Vocational_Placement_V1.pdf

• RPL

You may already have the skills and knowledge.  For more information about Recognition of Prior Learning Student Information,  please refer to:  http://shafston.edu/forms-policies-and-procedures/

MODE OF LEARNING

• Mixed / Blended

The formal learning takes place through a structured program of instruction through face to face delivery with your Shafston teacher on the Shafston campus.

You will be able to learn from your teacher and classmates as you study together through a combination of formal classroom based learning and independent study / research.
   – Further support is provided at the weekly Class Tutorial Support sessions with your teacher.
   – Face-to-face classroom delivery (20 hours of scheduled contact per week) and
   – Placement – 120-hours (compulsory)
   – This includes real world experience through vocational placement for students enrolled in Early Childhood qualifications

TIMETABLE

HOLIDAYS

HOLIDAYS – CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care – 4 Weeks

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS (No Classes)

New Year’s Day
Australia Day
Good Friday
Easter Saturday
Easter Sunday
Easter Monday
ANZAC Day
Labour Day
EKKA (Brisbane Only)
Queen’s Birthday
Christmas Holiday

01/01/21
26/01/21
02/04/21
03/04/21
04/04/21
05/04/21
26/04/21
03/05/21
11/08/21
04/10/21
25/12/21 – 01/01/22

DIPLOMA OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE (CHC50113)

Do you enjoy being around children and want to inspire the next generation of young learners?

Start your career in early childhood education!

With this qualification you’ll be entering a rewarding industry that provides education and care to children. With a strong emphasis on practical learning and work placements, you’ll be highly sought after upon graduation.

This course will allow you to potentially take on a supervisor or management role in early childhood education and care, preparing you to establish a safe and healthy environment and design and evaluate programs for children.

WANT TO KNOW MORE? DOWNLOAD OUR COURSE GUIDE OR ENQUIRE NOW!

QUICK INFO

Qualification Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Nationally recognised Yes
National code CHC50113
CRICOS Course Code 106050J
Location Brisbane Campus
Delivery mode Face-to-face classroom delivery
Vocational Placement – 240-hours (compulsory)
Course Duration 74 weeks (including 14 weeks holiday)
Entry Requirements IELTS (Academic) overall 5.5, or equivalent
Academic: Equivalent to an Australian Year 12 qualification
Successful completion of CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Must be 18 years of age
Start dates Please refer to the start dates for CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education
Awarded by Shafston International Pty Ltd, CRICOS Provider Code: 03917H, RTO Code: 45694

UNIT DETAILS

CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and work within the legal and ethical frameworks that apply to an individual job role.

This unit applies to community services and health workers who play a proactive role in identifying and meeting their legal and ethical responsibilities.

CHCECE001 Develop cultural competence

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work towards cultural competency and to support participation of all children and families in children’s services. This support includes contributing to children’s understanding and acceptance of all cultures.

This unit applies to educators working in a range of education and care services.

CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety

The unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety issues in the workplace, model cultural safety in own work practice, and develop strategies to enhance cultural safety.

This unit applies to people working in a broad range of roles including those involved in direct client service, program planning, development and evaluation contexts.

CHCECE002 Ensure the health and safety of children

This unit describes the skills and knowledge to ensure the health and safety of children.

This unit applies to educators working in a variety of education and care services.

CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to support and protect children and young people who are at risk of harm. This work occurs within legislative and policy frameworks and carries a duty of care responsibility.

This unit applies to workers in a range of job roles providing services to children and young people including in community services and health contexts.

HLTAID004 Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to infants, children and adults.

The unit applies to educators and support staff working within an education and care setting who are required to respond to a first aid emergency, including asthmatic and anaphylactic emergencies.

*HLTAID004 – Shafston House College has an agreement with St Johns Ambulance Australia (RTO number: 88041) to deliver and issue a Statement of Attainment for this unit at no additional cost to the student. Shafston House College (RTO number 32004) will Credit Transfer this unit prior to issue of the CHC30113 qualification. Students already holding a Statement of Attainment for HLTAID004 may apply for a Credit Transfer for this unit at no cost to the student.

CHCECE005 Provide care for babies and toddlers

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required by educators working with babies and toddlers to ensure that the children’s physical and emotional wellbeing is maintained.

This unit applies to work with babies and toddlers from birth to 24 months in a range of early education and care contexts.

CHCECE003 Provide care for children

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to ensure children’s physical and emotional well-being is maintained and their self-sufficiency is nurtured.

This unit applies to people who work with children in a range of early education and care services.

CHCECE004 Promote and provide healthy food and drinks

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to promote healthy eating and ensure that food and drinks provided are nutritious, appropriate for each child and prepared in a safe and hygienic manner.

This unit applies to educators working in a range of education and care services.

CHCECE009 Use an approved learning framework to guide practice

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to enable educators to provide children with opportunities to maximise their potential and develop a foundation for future success.

This unit applies to educators working in a range of education and care services.

CHCECE007 Develop positive and respectful relationships with children

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required by educators working with children to ensure they can develop and maintain effective relationships and promote positive behaviour.

This unit applies to educators who work with children in a range of education and care service settings.

HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement and monitor work health and safety (WHS) policies, procedures and work practices as part of a small work team.

This unit applies to workers who have a key role in maintaining WHS in an organisation, including duty of care for other workers.

CHCECE016 Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment for children

The unit describes the skills and knowledge to establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment for children.

This unit applies to educators working in a range of education and care services.

CHCECE025 Embed sustainable practices in service operations

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to support children to connect with and contribute to their world and embed sustainable practice into service operations.

This unit applies to work across a range of education and care service services.

CHCECE020 Establish and implement plans for developing cooperative behaviour

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to support both individual and group plans for developing cooperative behaviour.

This unit applies to educators working in a range of education and care services.

CHCECE021 Implement strategies for the inclusion of all children

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to support the inclusion of all children and to work with relevant others to plan and implement support strategies where required.

This unit applies to educators working in a range of education and care services.

CHCECE013 Use information about children to inform practice

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to gather information about children through observation and other sources as a basis to inform program-planning cycles and to share with children and their families.

CHCECE018 Nurture creativity in children

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to nurture creativity in children.

The unit applies to educators who work with children in a variety of education and care services.

CHCECE023 Analyse information to inform learning

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to gather and analyse information about children’s learning, in order to inform practice.

This unit applies to educators working in a range of education and care services.

CHCECE017 Foster the holistic development and wellbeing of the child in early childhood

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to foster and enhance the holistic development and wellbeing of children from birth to 6 years of age.

The unit applies to educators working in a range early education and care service settings.

CHCECE024 Design and implement the curriculum to foster children’s learning and development

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required by educators to design, implement and evaluate the curriculum to foster children’s learning and development.

This unit applies to educators working in a range of education and care services.

CHCECE022 Promote children’s agency

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to promote and encourage children’s agency.

This unit applies to educators working in a range of education and care services.

CHCECE019 Facilitate compliance in an education and care services

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to facilitate legislative, regulatory and National Quality Framework compliance within an education and care service.

This unit applies to educators working in a range of education and care services.

CHCMGT003 Lead the work team

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake supervisory and coordinating activities in work groups in health and community service organisations.

Workers at this level are team leaders or managers responsible for coordinating and monitoring the activities and performance of work teams and other service providers.

This unit applies to a range of leadership roles in health and community services workplaces.

CHCECE026 Work in partnership with families to provide appropriate education and care for children

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work in partnership with families to provide appropriate education and care for the child.

This unit applies to educators working in a variety of education and care services.

CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate and enhance own practice through a process of reflection and ongoing professional development.

This unit applies to workers in all industry sectors who take pro-active responsibility for their own professional development.

CHCPOL002 Develop and implement policy

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to research, develop and implement new policy initiatives.

This unit applies to workers who are directly responsible for driving new policy directives across a business unit, team or service.

BSBLED401 Develop teams and individuals

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to determine individual and team development needs and to facilitate the development of the workgroup.

It applies to individuals with a broad knowledge of learning and development who apply their skills in addressing development needs to meet team objectives. They may have responsibility to provide guidance or to delegate aspects of tasks to others.

A total of 28 units of competency is required to obtain this qualification. On successful completion of the course students will be issued with the CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care recognised within the Australian Qualification Framework.

BLUE CARD - WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK


Volunteers 
who work with children and young people must hold a Blue Card, unless an exemption applies.

A volunteer or unpaid trainee student must not commence regulated child-related work (vocational placement) until they hold a valid blue card.

Shafston initiates the Blue Card application process at orientation.  The application may take up to 28 working days to be processed. 

For more detailed information about the Blue Card please click on the link to Government website (below) and you will find further information about the volunteer Blue Card as listed below.

If your Blue Card application is declined you will be unable to commence placement, this will affect your course outcomes.  Please note, if you are unsure if you will meet the eligibility requirements please visit the website.

  • https://bluecard.qld.gov.au/volunteers/index.html

Volunteers & students

Shafston initiates the Blue Card application process at orientation.  The application is free and may take up to 28 working days to be processed. 

  • Do I need a blue card?
  • Who is disqualified from applying for a blue card?
  • When do I need to apply?
  • How do I apply?
  • Your rights
  • Your obligations
  • Deciding who is eligible to work with children

VOCATIONAL PLACEMENT


You will need to complete the minimum hours of vocational placement for CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (minimum 120 hours) and for CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (minimum 240 hours).

You will be assisted in securing your vocational placement in an Approved Education and Care Service and be mentored by an experienced educator.

During vocational placement you will put into action everything you have learnt throughout your course.


For more information on Vocational Placement see the Best Practice Guide and Frequently Asked Questions for Students | Frequently Asked Questions for Organisations.

CAREER OUTCOMES

The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC50113) will prepare you to become qualified as an early childhood educator and will provide you with the skills, knowledge and understanding required for this demanding but rewarding career. Career outcomes include:

  • Early Childhood Educator
  • Childhood Education Manager
  • Outside School Hours Coordinator

Qualified early childhood educators have responsibility for the supervision of staff, students and volunteers. In most states of Australia this is the qualification required at Director or Service Manager Level. This course provides a qualification that is nationally recognised and in high demand. Our course will cover children’s development, care and wellbeing; design along with development of the curriculum; legal ethics and workplace health and safety.

We have specialist, experienced childcare trainers, offering you the skills, knowledge and experience to succeed in this rapidly growing industry.

UNIVERSITY PATHWAYS

GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY

PATHWAYS
Bachelor of Child and Family Studies
Credit Transfer:
 80 Credit Points

SOUTHERN CROSS UNIVERSITY (SCU)

PATHWAYS
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Credit Transfer:
 8 units

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (Primary/EC)
Credit Transfer:
 4 units

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (Primary/Secondary)
Credit Transfer:
 1 units

MAQUARIE UNIVERSITY

PATHWAYS
Bachelor of Teaching (ECE)
Credit Transfer:
8 units

QUEENSLAND UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (QUT)

PATHWAYS
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) (ED39)
Credit Transfer:
 96 Credit Points

HOLIDAYS

HOLIDAYS – CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (14 Weeks)

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS (No Classes)

New Year’s Day
Australia Day
Good Friday
Easter Saturday
Easter Sunday
Easter Monday
ANZAC Day
Labour Day
EKKA (Brisbane Only)
Queen’s Birthday
Christmas Holiday

01/01/21
26/01/21
02/04/21
03/04/21
04/04/21
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Shafston has been operating for 25 years, educating students in both English language and Vocational Courses. There have been in excess of 120,000 students educated at Shafston, from over 100 countries since its foundation in 1996. The school has received numerous accolades including being rated the number 1 English school in Australia in 2013, 2014 and 2019 by Ryugaku Journal.

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