Recognition First is a Smart and Skilled Training Provider. This training is subsidised by the NSW Government. Eligibility criteria apply. You can find out more about this initiative at the Smart and Skilled website or by calling 1300 772 104.

Details of our Approved Qualifications are:

CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

This qualification reflects the role of educators in early childhood education and care who work in regulated children's education and care services in Australia. They support children's wellbeing, and development in the context of an approved learning framework. Educators use a range of well-developed skills and knowledge using discretion and judgement when carrying out their work in the context of established policies and procedures. They may work independently or under the guidance of others, though in some contexts that guidance may not be on-site.

CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

This qualification reflects the role of educators in early childhood education and care who work in regulated children's education and care services in Australia. Educators at this level are responsible for designing and implementing curriculum that meets the requirements of an approved learning framewwork and for maintaining compliance in other areas of service operations. They use specilised knowledge and analyse and apply theoretical concepts to diverse work situations. They may have responsibility for supervision of volunteers or other educators.

The links above provide a summary of each qualification. More information about the qualifications and individual units of competency can be found on the national VET register Training.Gov.Au (also known as the TGA).

Australian Early Childhood College is approved to deliver training through the following subsidised program of the NSW Government:

• Smart and Skilled Apprenticeships and Traineeships Program

Some regional areas within New South Wales may have limited subsidised places available.