Melbourne College of Further Education

Melbourne College of Further Education is only accepting 2025 enrolments for this course.

If you love working with young children in an educational setting, and would like to turn this love into a rewarding career, then this CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care from Melbourne College of Further Education (MCFE) could be the ideal qualification to get you started.

This course offers a comprehensive program that will ensure that you gain all the essential skills and knowledge to start working and performing confidently in the childcare sector. It covers a range of crucial topics, including child development, safety and nutrition, and communication with parents and caregivers.

With a focus on hands-on experience and practical training, graduates of this course are well-equipped to enter the workforce as confident and competent early childhood education professionals. The course features 160 hours of practical work placement at an approved children’s service which will give you the practical experience you need to hit the ground running in any childcare role.

This course is covered by the Victorian Government’s Skills First Funding Program and eligible students will be able to study this course with low fees. Please enquire to see if you qualify for this government funding.

Delivery

This course is delivered over 35 Sessions, average duration is 12 months. There are:

– 30 x 5-hour theory sessions
– 4 x 5-hour classroom-based practical skills sessions
– 1 x 8-hour First aid class
– 2 x 2-hour Assessor workplace visits and 160 hours of work placement in an approved childcare centre
– Recommended 15 hours of self-paced learning per week

Assessments include written and oral questions, projects, and observations of skills.

Melbourne College of Further Education is only accepting 2025 enrolments for this course.

If you possess a love of working with children in an educational setting and are considering turning this into a fulfilling career, then this CHC40221 Certificate IV in School Based Education Support qualification from Melbourne College of Further Education (MCFE) could be just the thing to get you started. This course is designed with the needs of the contemporary education industry in mind, and covers essential subjects such as classroom support, behaviour management, communication and collaboration with teachers and other professionals, planning and implementing educational support programs, and legal and ethical considerations in the field of education support.

The course also features 100 hours of practical work placement at an approved primary or secondary school which will give you the experience you need to hit the ground running in any education support role nationally.
This course is covered by the Victorian Government’s Skills First Funding Program and eligible students will be able to study this course with low fees. Please enquire to see if you qualify for government funding.

Delivery

This course is delivered over 26 Sessions, average duration is 10 months to include practical experience in a workplace. There are:

– 22 x 5-hour theory sessions (Online or On Campus)
– 3 x 6-hour practical skills classes (On Campus)
– 1 x 8 hour First aid class (On Campus)
– 2 x Assessor workplace visits and 100 hours of work placement at an approved primary or secondary school
– Recommended 15 hours of self-paced learning per week

Assessments include theory question online via our learning management system, oral questions, projects, and observations of skills.

Melbourne College of Further Education is only accepting 2025 enrolments for this course.

If you possess a sense of compassion and empathy, and would like to pursue a career based on helping others in your community, then this CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) from Melbourne College of Further Education (MCFE) could be an ideal first step for you.

This is a specialised aged care course that aims to equip individuals with the necessary skills to provide assistance to vulnerable individuals. As a Cert 3 individual support worker, it is important to have a strong sense of compassion and empathy, along with effective communication skills that enable you to connect with those under your care.

The course also features 120 hours of direct support work in an approved aged care facility, where students will have opportunities to gain practical experience and confidence required to hit the ground running in your care role.

This course is covered by the Victorian Government’s Skills First Funding Program and eligible students will be able to study this course with low fees. Please enquire to see if you qualify for government funding.

Delivery

This course is delivered over 30 Sessions, average duration is 12 months. There are:

– 24 x 4-hour theory sessions
– 6 x 6-hour Classroom-based Practical Skills sessions
– 1 x 2-hour Assessor workplace visits and 120 hours of direct support work in an aged care facility
– Recommended 15 hours of self-paced learning per week

Assessments include written and oral questions, projects, and observations of skills.