--- title: Online child care courses | Selmar Institute of Education description: Gain the skills and knowledge you require to kick start your early childhood career. Enquire today to learn more about our courses, flexible study options and interest-free payment plans. Study online, in the workplace or by virtual classroom! image: https://childcare.selmar.edu.au/hubfs/Selmar/Selmar%20images/Social%20images/SEL-ECE-VIC-Nurture_1200x628-B2C.jpg --- [![Selmar Institute of Education](https://childcare.selmar.edu.au/hubfs/Selmar/Selmar%20Identity/Selmar%20logo-white_180px_svg.svg "Selmar Institute of Education")](https://selmar.edu.au/) Open main menu Close main menu - [1300 223 040](tel:1300223040) # Nurture the next generation Study early childhood education and get qualified in a career you can love × ### Enquire Now ### Enquire now ## Study with an expert in early childhood education ### At Selmar we support you throughout your entire learning journey! ✓ Online or workplace study modes ✓ Dedicated trainer support from start to finish ✓ Ongoing access to study support resources ✓ Practical placement we can help organise ✓ 18+ years' sector experience ✓ Government funding\* and payment plans   ![Orange buttons-enquire now](https://childcare.selmar.edu.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Selmar/Selmar%20Buttons/Orange%20buttons-enquire%20now.png?width=180&name=Orange%20buttons-enquire%20now.png)     ![shutterstock\_1793371735 (2)-1](https://childcare.selmar.edu.au/hs-fs/hubfs/shutterstock_1793371735%20(2)-1.jpg?width=1000&height=667&name=shutterstock_1793371735%20(2)-1.jpg "shutterstock_1793371735 (2)-1") ## Our Trusted Early Childhood Courses ### CHC30125 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care ![shutterstock\_1272191509-2500](https://childcare.selmar.edu.au/hubfs/Selmar/Selmar%20images/Landing%20Pages/shutterstock_1272191509-2500.jpg "shutterstock_1272191509-2500") Delivery modes and duration: Hybrid Workplace – 12 months: Online learning with face-face assessments in the workplace. Practical placement: 160 hours in a long day care environment. This allows learners to integratergrate study with their exsisting workplace resposibilties. Job outcomes: Early learning educator, kindergarten assistant, family day care educator, nanny/in-home carer. Entry requirements: - Language Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills must meet required standards for ACSF LEVEL 2. - A current Working With Children Check (WWCC) - Evidence of completed National Child Safety Training. Please visit **ACECQA** for further information. - Evidence of vaccinations may be required. Fees and funding: Government funding for eligible applicants\*, Interest-free payment plans available.   ![Orange buttons-enquire now](https://childcare.selmar.edu.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Selmar/Selmar%20Buttons/Orange%20buttons-enquire%20now.png?width=180&name=Orange%20buttons-enquire%20now.png) ### CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care ![shutterstock\_391772923 (1)-1](https://childcare.selmar.edu.au/hs-fs/hubfs/shutterstock_391772923%20(1)-1.jpg?width=2000&height=1333&name=shutterstock_391772923%20(1)-1.jpg "shutterstock_391772923 (1)-1") Delivery modes and duration: Hybrid Workplace - 12 months: Online learning with face-to-face assessments in the workplace Practical placement: 280 hours (2 days per week, 7.5 hours a day) in a long day care environment. Job outcomes: Early learning educator, kindergarten assistant, family day care educator, nanny/in-home carer. **To qualify for the CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, students must hold (one of the following):** - Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30113 or CHC30121) - Australian Certificate III in Children Services AND demonstrate at least 12 months of cumulative employment (full-time equivalent) within the last 5 years in a regulated education and care service in Australia, supported by verifiable evidence. - CHCSS00147 Entry into Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care. **Additional Requirements:** - Language Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills must meet required standards for ACSF LEVEL 3. - A current Working With Children Check (WWCC) - Evidence of completed National Child Safety Training. Please visit **ACECQA** for further information - Evidence of vaccinations may be required. Fees and funding: Government funding for eligible applicants\*, VET student loans\*\*, Interest-free payment plans available.   ![Orange buttons-enquire now](https://childcare.selmar.edu.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Selmar/Selmar%20Buttons/Orange%20buttons-enquire%20now.png?width=180&name=Orange%20buttons-enquire%20now.png) ![NRT-&-AQF-lockup](https://childcare.selmar.edu.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Catalyst/Shared%20logos%20and%20icons/NRT-%26-AQF-lockup.jpg?width=300&height=103&name=NRT-%26-AQF-lockup.jpg "NRT-&-AQF-lockup") *\*This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government Funding to eligible individuals. Fee for service options also available. [Click here for fees and charges.](https://selmar.edu.au/course-fees-funding/victorian-government-funding/)* *\*\*VET Student Loans is available to eligible applicants. [Click here for full details.](https://www.dese.gov.au/vet-student-loans/vet-information-students/information-vet-student-loans-students) For full course details, [click here.](https://selmar.edu.au/courses/child-care-courses/)*   *^ While not a Government public health mandate, individual services have the choice to require evidence of vaccination against COVID-19 and other illnesses. Depending on the service you attend and their vaccination policy, this may affect your ability to undertake practical placement. Selmar has no authority over the decisions made by individual services and cannot warrant you will be able to be placed elsewhere if you are unable to attend an early childhood service because of your vaccination status and will not be responsible for any impact which this may cause on your ability to complete your course requirements.* ## 92.5% of our learners were satisfied with the overall quality of their training.   ## 85.5% of our learners would recommend us as their training provider.   ## 92.5% of our learners employment status was improved after training with us.   *\*NCVER VET Student Outcomes Survey 2025* ## Why choose Selmar? ![SEL USP icons-01](https://childcare.selmar.edu.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Selmar/Selmar%20Icons/SEL%20USP%20icons-01.png?width=100&height=100&name=SEL%20USP%20icons-01.png "SEL USP icons-01") #### Experienced, caring trainers Your dedicated trainer will guide and mentor you throughout every step of your learning journey, including while on placement. ![SEL USP icons-02](https://childcare.selmar.edu.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Selmar/Selmar%20Icons/SEL%20USP%20icons-02.png?width=100&height=100&name=SEL%20USP%20icons-02.png "SEL USP icons-02") #### Dedicated learner support team Our passionate learner support team will provide study support and help you navigate any learning obstacles. ![SEL USP icons-04](https://childcare.selmar.edu.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Selmar/Selmar%20Icons/SEL%20USP%20icons-04.png?width=100&height=100&name=SEL%20USP%20icons-04.png "SEL USP icons-04") #### Sector specialists With 18+ years' experience, our team of 140+ experienced sector professionals are waiting to mentor you. ![SEL USP icons-05](https://childcare.selmar.edu.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Selmar/Selmar%20Icons/SEL%20USP%20icons-05.png?width=100&height=100&name=SEL%20USP%20icons-05.png "SEL USP icons-05") #### Variety of delivery modes Study online, in the workplace or by virtual workshops Whichever you choose, you will be supported every step of the way. ![SEL Tagline](https://childcare.selmar.edu.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Selmar/Selmar%20images/General/SEL%20Tagline.png?width=800&height=92&name=SEL%20Tagline.png "SEL Tagline") ## Hear from our learners about studying with Selmar ![for-purpose-education-logo-standard-full-color-rgb-900px-w-72ppi](https://childcare.selmar.edu.au/hs-fs/hubfs/for-purpose-education-logo-standard-full-color-rgb-900px-w-72ppi.png?width=400&height=135&name=for-purpose-education-logo-standard-full-color-rgb-900px-w-72ppi.png "for-purpose-education-logo-standard-full-color-rgb-900px-w-72ppi") Selmar Institute of Education is proudly part of the [For Purpose Education](https://fpeducation.com.au/) group. 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