Career
Child Carers
Education & Training
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Career stats
Weekly pay
$1,059
Prospects
Medium
Employed in Australia
165,000
Growth
Moderate growth
Overview
Early Child Educators provide care and supervision for children in residential homes and non-residential childcare centres.
Job Titles
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Job Tasks
This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.
- assisting in the preparation of materials and equipment for children's education and recreational activities
- managing children's behaviour and guiding children's social development
- preparing and conducting activities for children
- entertaining children by reading and playing games
- supervising children in recreational activities
- supervising the daily routine of children
Training & Qualifications
Vocational education & training (VET)
- Certificate or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
Short Courses Available
- Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
- Certificate II in Early Childhood Education and Care
- Certificate III in Outside School Hours Care
- Diploma of School Age Education and Care
Industry
Education & Training
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