Children's Services

CHCH30708 Certificate III in Children's Services and CHCH50908 Diploma of Childrens Services (Early Childhood Education and Care)

altThe Certificate III in Children's Services is your entry level to work in the child care industry. By completing this qualification you will acquire the knowledge and skills to work as an assistant in a Kindergarten, Long Day Care Centre, Pre School, Occasional Care Centre or as a Home Based Carer or Family Day Care Provider.

The Diploma of Children’s Services is the next step in professional development in the childcare industry. At the Diploma level, the course shifts to daily, weekly and long term programming in childcare. Additionally, the Diploma of Children’s Services is the minimum standard to manage a childcare service in Australia.

For all course information please contact Karlyn Miskle on 0408 177 730 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Why Study with the YMCA?

Excellent support mechanisms to ensure you successfully complete your chosen qualification - phone, email, site visits, workshops.

Flexible delivery methods allows you to study around your other commitments so you can gain your chosen qualification.

No hidden fees. All course material and first aid costs included in the one price.

Nationally Accredited and recognised Qualifications.

Flexible Delivery Mode

If you are working in the Child Care industry and require your qualification you can commence your study at any time.

Learning is self paced with training support available if required and workplace visits by a Training Officer to assess on the job components.

Training support is available in person, by phone or by email and you will be notified about specific workshops being delivered over the 12 month period. You have 12 months to complete your qualification.