CHILD CARE PATHWAY
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Start your pathway into child care with nationally recognised training, practical placement support, and guidance from experienced trainers.
1. Is this course right for me?
I'm starting from scratch
No experience? No problem. We'll support you every step of the way.
I'm changing careers
Build the skills and confidence you need for a new and rewarding pathway.
I want to work with children
Make a positive difference in the lives of children and families.
I want a practical pathway
Hands-on learning, real placement and job-ready skills.
2. What this course can lead to
Early childhood educator
Work in long day care centres, kindergartens or preschools.
Family day care educator
Care for children in your own home as a registered educator.
Pathway to Diploma
Continue your studies with the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.
3. How this course works
Flexible study modes
Full time or part time options to suit your lifestyle.
Practical learning
Learn in our practical environments and build real-world skills.
Trainer support
Experienced trainers and student support throughout your journey.
4. Placement and practical requirements
Placement is an important part of your training. You’ll complete
160 hours in an approved child care setting with our support.
- We help you understand the placement process
- We guide you to suitable centres in your local area
- You’ll build confidence in a real workplace
- All required checks and training are completed with support
5. Fees, funding and support
Government subsidised training may be available if you are eligible.
Our team can check your options and explain fees in plain English.
6. Why study with prable College?
RTO Code 4849
Registered Training Organisation
Since 1994
Supporting students in South Australia
Nationally recognised
Qualifications recognised by employers Australia-wide
Placement support
We help you find and prepare for placement
Student support
Guidance from enrolment to employment
7. What happens after you enquire?
We talk through your goals
We learn about your situation and what you want to achieve.
We check your funding options
We explain fees and help you see what support is available.
We explain placement and requirements
We go through checks, placement and what to expect in your course.
You choose when you're ready
You can enrol when you feel confident and prepared.
Need To Know
Course length
8 weeks Full time
26 weeks Part time
Study load
35 hrs/week Full time
8 hrs/week Part time
Course length
160 hours required
Support available every step of the way
Course length
From $600* Subsidised
$2,800 Full fee
Next start date
9 June 2026
(Full time & Part time)
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*Eligibility criteria apply
8. Frequently asked questions
Do I need any experience to enrol?
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What checks and clearances do I need?
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Can I study part time while working or with family commitments?
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How does placement work?
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