Diploma of School Age Education and Care – CHC50221
In Australia’s regulated school age education and care services, educators play a pivotal role in daily operations. They oversee the CHC50221 Diploma of School Age Education and Care program planning, implementation, and management across all service areas, utilising specialised knowledge and applying theoretical concepts to various work scenarios. Additionally, educators supervise volunteers and/or staff.
These educators primarily operate in outside school hours care and vacation care settings.
To earn this Online Diploma of School Age Education and Care qualification, individuals must complete a minimum of 280 hours of work with school age children in regulated education and care services in Australia. These hours can be aggregated across relevant competency units.
Entry Requirements for the CHC50221 Diploma in School Age Education
There are no entry requirements for the Diploma in School Age Education and Care qualification.
HOW IT WORKS
It is all completed in 4 simple steps
Free Eligibility Check
Speak to us about your goals, and allow us to guide you towards the qualification that will help you reach them.
Portfolio of Experience
Your dedicated career will guide you through the process of putting together a portfolio of evidence. This can contain overseas qualifications, transcripts, certificates, photos and videos, samples or work examples, letters of reference, your current resume, etc.
Evidence Review
Once one of our partner’s registered training organisations (RTOs) has assessed your portfolio, the assessor assigned to your case may be in touch if any additional evidence.
You’re qualified!
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How many units do I need to complete and what is the core versus elective breakdown?
The qualification has 23 units in total: 15 core units and 8 elective units.
Is there a compulsory work placement and how many hours are required?
Yes, you must complete a minimum of 280 hours’ work placement in a regulated school-age education and care service.
Are there entry prerequisites like prior qualifications or experience?
Entry requirements vary by provider, but you’ll typically need good language, literacy and numeracy skills; prior experience in school-age care or a Certificate III may expedite the process.
What study modes are available and how flexible is the timing?
At Get My Course, we offer blended course delivery, where you can study at your own pace within a timeframe (sometimes up to 24 months).
Is this qualification nationally recognised across Australia?
Yes – CHC50221 is a nationally recognised qualification under the Australian Qualifications Framework, valid in all states and territories.
What special skills will I gain beyond everyday childcare tasks?
You’ll learn to plan and implement programs, manage legal and ethical compliance, lead teams, promote cultural safety, and support children’s holistic well-being and learning.
What pathways are open to me after completing this diploma?
You could progress to higher education (for example a bachelor’s in education or child youth & family studies), move into leadership within school-age services, or specialise further in the sector.
Can my prior work experience or other qualifications reduce my study load?
Yes, you may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Credit Transfer if you already have relevant experience or completed units in related qualifications.
What should I check regarding funding or scholarships for this course?
It’s smart to check with Get My Course whether subsidised places, government funding or traineeship options apply in your state, eligibility may depend on your age, employment status or sector.
The RPL Process for Diploma in School Age Education
- Eligibility Check
- Submission of requirements for the enrolment
- Once everything is reviewed and approved, you will receive a Welcome Email from the Admin with instructions
- You will then be endorsed to one of our licensed trainers or Trainer assistant.
- The trainer offering the diploma of Community Service in Sydney, Perth, Melbourne, Brisbane will get in touch with you to talk about your experience in the industry and guide you on how to start collecting evidence and will touch base with you and give you feedback until you finish the course
- Certificate will be issued Within 12 weeks of receiving sufficient and complying evidence of competency in all applied for units of competency.
