Childcare – UPC

Early Childhood education and care program

The Childcare program

UPC College offers two childcare qualifications (courses):

The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30121) requires 9 to 18 months to complete depending on your ability and commitment. Please refer to the following links for more information:

· International students under student visa.

· Domestic student studying full-time (In class learning).

· Domestic students eligible for NSW Government-funded Smart & Skilled Program.

· Domestic fee-for-service students taking distance learning.

The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC50121) requires 12 to 24 months to complete. You have to complete the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care before you are allowed to enrol into this course.

Please refer to the following links for more information:

· International students under student visa.

· Domestic student studying full-time (In class learning)

· Domestic students eligible for NSW Government-funded Smart & Skilled Program.

· Domestic fee-for-service students taking distance learning.

Highlights of the Childcare Program

Childcare educators play a crucial role in children’s lives, serving as their first caregivers and teachers, nurturing their development and teaching them their first words. Recognizing their importance, UPC College ensures that childcare educators are thoroughly trained to perform their duties effectively.

The Early Childhood Education and Care courses at UPC College offer a unique and comprehensive training program with reasonable fees and full support for additional English and academic lessons.

18 Years of Excellence: For the past 18 years, UPC College has proudly provided childcare education to thousands of domestic and international students, significantly benefiting the community.
Flexible Training Programs: UPC offers flexible training options, including in-class delivery for both domestic and international students, workplace traineeships for current childcare educators, and distance learning for career changers.
Diverse Career Pathways: Graduates have a variety of career opportunities, from becoming childcare educators, room leaders, and centre managers to pursuing a bachelor’s degree for higher-level positions (Please refer to the articulation information).
High Employment Rates: The high demand for well-trained childcare professionals means that most graduates find employment within months of completing their studies.
Consistent Occupational Demand: The enduring need for childcare educators is reflected in their consistent inclusion on the Australian Immigration occupational demand list for the past 20 years.

For further information, please contact the College (E: admission@upc.edu.au) or one of our international representatives (See UPC Agent List)

Summary Information

Qualification Code and Description	CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care	CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care	BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership & Management	Occupational Training Program (UPC extended training program)
CRICOS Code	107160F	107161E	104699F	Require to apply for Visa Sub-class 407
AQF level	3	5	6	Require to apply for Visa Sub-class 407
Course structure (Units)	15 core and 2 elective units	12 core and 3 elective units	5 core and 5 elective units	Specially designed
Delivery location	Onshore & offshore*	Onshore & offshore*	Onshore & offshore	Onshore only
Packaged normal course (Duration & fees)	12 months ($AU8,000)	18 months ($AU12,000)	12 months ($AU8,000)	18 months ($AU4,000)
Packaged fast-track course (Duration & fees)	9 months ($AU6,750)	15 months ($AU11,250)	9 months ($AU6,000)	–
Learning resources	$AU150	$AU150	$AU150	–
Work placement*	160 hours	280 hours	–	Full-time
Delivery mode	See details – Note 2: Page 8
Term (Study period)	There are 9 study weeks per term and 4 terms per year
Total volume of learning	See details in individual course flyer
Assessment method	Assessment of theoretical component of each course is competency-based, in the form of quizzes, written assignments, case studies, and projects while the practical components of the CHC30121 and CHC50121 are assessed at workplace in the form of logbooks. For the BSB60420, practical component is assessed in simulated business environment.
Course completion	Upon successful completion of all units of competency of each qualification, you will receive the Australian nationally recognised qualification which includes two documents, the Testamur and the Record of Results. A student who does not complete all required units of a qualification will be issued a Statement of Attainment showing all units of competency that he/she has successfully completed.
Work permit during study periods	You are permitted to have paid employment during your study: 40 hours per fortnight (Every two weeks) during study period (term) and no hour limit during term breaks or holidays.
2022 intake dates	31^st January, 25 April, 18 July and 10 October. Start dates for offshore students are flexible.
Notes	* Practical component should be performed and assessed in a regulated children’s education and care service in Australia

What makes UPC Childcare Training Program unique?

UPC provides you two training programs which are dependent on your aim, ability and financial situation. After completing your childcare diploma,

Childcare Centre Manager – You will concentrate on the leadership and management side of the childcare centre by taking one or two leadership and management courses and spend up to 3.5 years working in the childcare industry with full salaries.
Early Childhood Teacher – You will concentrate on the teaching (academic) side of the centre through a pathway to university. You are also allowed to take up to 4 years working in the childcare industry with full salaries.