Early Childhood Education
Working in early childhood education and care is one of the most meaningful careers you can choose. The first five years of a child's life are the most formative, and the educators who shape that time make a lasting difference to the families they serve.
Whether you're just starting out or ready to step into a leadership role, Monarch's early childhood courses are built by ECEC professionals who know the sector and know what it takes to work in it. You'll study online at your own pace, with access to real simulated workplace environments, flexible trainer support, and supervised work placement in a regulated ECEC service.
Education Qualifications
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
CHC30125The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is the minimum qualification required to work as an educator in a regulated early childhood service in Australia. Start your ECEC career with Monarch — available exclusively in Victoria.
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
CHC50121Monarch's Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care is available exclusively in Victoria. It's designed for qualified educators ready to step into leadership — and built by ECEC professionals who know exactly what that takes.
Industry Insights
Employment growth: The number of workers in the Education and Training industry grew by 4.2% over the last year
Earnings: $1903 median weekly earnings
Full time vs part time: 61% full time share
Early Childhood Educator
Family Day Care Educator
Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) Educator
Education Leader
Childcare Centre Manager
Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) Leader
Meet the Trainers
Get to know our expert trainers. They know our courses inside and out and are on hand to offer you support during your time studying with us. They love what they do and can't wait to share it with you.
Education courses
Working with children is one of the most meaningful careers you can choose. Whether you're leading a room of curious three-year-olds, mentoring a team of educators, or designing curriculum that shapes how children learn and grow — your work has a lasting impact on the lives of the families you serve.
Get the skills that employers really want.
Absolute flexibility. Your way, your terms.
Unrivalled support. Delivered with care.
Practical training that leads to jobs
Based on National Student Outcomes Survey 2025.
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