
Looking to further your career in Early Childhood? This Advanced Certificate in Childcare is our most advanced level childcare course. It's the perfect next step to advance your job prospects and transition into a senior role. What are you waiting for? You can enrol today and get started straight away.
"I am absolutely loving studying with OCA! I really love being able to study where and when I want, and love having a great support team to help me understand and complete my course. I would recommend studying with Online Courses AUS if you want to learn at your own pace and get quality assistance." - Erin
Just imagine having a job that you love. Our Advanced Certificate in Childcare is perfect for anyone pursuing a career as an Assistant Educator, Child Care Educator, Family Day Care Educator or Assistant, Mobile Childcare Assistant Educator, or Nanny.
There’s a real shortage of suitably qualified workers in the early childhood sector. This childcare course will open up more exciting jobs prospects for you and it's a great place to start your learning journey.
Throughout this industry-leading short course, you will learn everything there is to know including using an approved learning framework, facilitating compliance in an education and care service and how to promote healthy food and drink.
More Content. More Skills. More Value.
If you already work in the industry and you simply want to refresh your skills or enhance your knowledge, you've come to the right place. You will love our "real world" scenarios and industry videos.
This course will prepare you for a future career in a childcare centre or an early childhood setting, helping educators to provide a healthy, safe and caring environment for children. You will learn to communicate and work collaboratively with educators and colleagues, as well as to support the holistic wellbeing, health and safety of all children. You will master the skills that you need to effectively help children learn and become confident and involved learners.
All lessons are presented in step-by-step learning modules perfect for studying at the pace that suits your lifestyle.
Enrol now to get instant access to this course and start learning right away.
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Why students love learning with us
We don't use dense academic text books. Instead, we design digestible step-by-step modules and high-quality video sessions, backed by 24/7 tutorial support. The lessons are all taught on demand, and assessments are generally short answer or multiple-choice and can be re-taken as many times as needed. They’re perfect for people with busy lives and families who want to better themselves while unlocking better opportunities.
We're CPD Accredited, which means each of our modules is globally recognised for Continuing Professional Development. Once you're done, you'll have CPD points ready if you want to take your study even further.
100% online and on-demand
Enrol at any time and study on your own terms. Assessments are designed to improve comprehension rather than test the recall of facts in a timed setting.
Dedicated round-the-clock support
We're here to help, whenever and wherever you need it. Access expert support from a tutor by email or phone (Mon-Fri) or reach us on live chat, 7 days a week.
Real world, industry-led learning
Our courses are designed in collaboration with institutions, employers and industry experts to equip you with practical, real-world skills that will advance your career and broaden your mind.
Choose how and when you pay for your course. Pay upfront with your credit card or Apple Pay, set up a flexible payment plan or use Afterpay or Latitude Pay to buy now, pay later.
Industry
Aligned
CPD Accreditation and Digital Badge (Credential)
We are CPD Accredited. Completing CPD endorsed learning gives you CPD Points. These points are recognised by employers. You will receive evidence of your CPD points on your Certificate and digital badge issued by Credly.
Click here to find out more about CPD
CPD stands for
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and is the term used to describe the learning activities professionals engage in to develop and enhance their skills and knowledge. Completing CPD endorsed learning gives you CPD Points. These points can then be used in your portfolio/resume or future career as a professional. Online Courses Australia is accredited with the CPD Service.
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Digital Badge (Credential)
Along with your OCA Certificate, you'll also receive a Digital Badge (from globally recognised
Credly).
What will a Credly digital badge issued by Online Courses Australia do for you?
A quality credential clearly explains what you can do, what you did to earn this and who says you
earned it. It is more than a piece of paper.
- The digital version of a credential is easy to share online.
- The digital version of a credential is secure.
- This is a trusted method for real-time verification; it is not self-reported.
- You'll see direct connections between skills and jobs.
Unlock your potential and enhance your professional opportunities with these features:
- Share your digital badge via LinkedIn and other social platforms
- Share your digital badge to a mobile wallet for on-the-job credential verification
- Customise your Certificate(s)
- Accept, view and share your digital badge in your local language
- Access labor market insights for your desired industry
Learn more about how this works
Career Pathways
- Childcare Assistant
- Childcare Worker
- Family Day Carer
- Playgroup Supervisor
- Recreation Assistant
- Professional Nanny
Course Delivery + Learner Support
Delivered 100% online, no classroom required
Instant access (simply enrol online, anytime)
Assessments are short answer and multiple choice
Fast turnaround on marking (within 1 business day)
One on one mentor support
Live chat, 7 days a week
Pre-Requisites and Important Information
There are no formal requirements to do this course.
This Advanced Certificate in Childcare is designed for people with little or no prior experience in the education industry who would like to start a career as a full-time or part-time childcare educator. The course is delivered 100 percent online 24/7 and takes 190 hours of study to complete.
To successfully complete this course, a student must:
Have access to the internet and the necessary technical skills to navigate the online learning resources
Have access to any mobile device with internet connectivity (laptop, desktop, tablet)
Be a self-directed learner
Possess sound language and literacy skills
Course Topics
Use An Approved Learning Framework To Guide Practice
Facilitate Compliance In An Education And Care Service
Embed Sustainable Practices In Service Operations
Promote And Provide Healthy Food & Drink
Provide Care For Babies & Toddlers
Ensure Health & Safety Of Children
Provide Care For Children
Establish & Maintain A Safe & Healthy Environment For Children
Foster The Holistic Development & Wellbeing Of The Child In Early Childhood
Maintain Work Health & Safety
Develop Cultural Competence
Implement Strategies For The Inclusion Of All Children
Nurture Creativity In Children
Establish & Implement Plans For Developing Co-operative Behaviour
Analyse Information To Inform Learning
Work In Partnership With Families To Provide Appropriate Education & Care For Children
Provide Experiences To Support Children's Play & Learning
Use Information About Children To Inform Practice
Participate In Workplace Health & Safety