CHC30125 at a Glance.
For educators who support children's wellbeing, learning and development using an approved learning framework, in long day care centres, family day care, preschools and kindergartens. Often called the Cert III or Cert 3 in Childcare. It replaced CHC30121 in December 2025 as an equivalent qualification.
Source: training.gov.au — CHC30125. EdVenture Global is not an RTO; the qualification is assessed and issued by the RTO.
RPL or Study?
The same nationally recognised qualification either way. Which route fits depends on whether you already do the work.
What's in the Qualification.
Whether you study or use RPL, you need to achieve all 17 units. Studying, you learn and are assessed on each one. Through RPL, the RTO's assessor checks evidence of the work you already do against each one.
Core units
All 15 required- CHCECE030Support inclusion and diversity
- CHCECE031Support children's health, safety and wellbeing
- CHCECE032Nurture babies and toddlers
- CHCECE033Develop positive and respectful relationships with children
- CHCECE034Use an approved learning framework to guide practice
- CHCECE035Support the holistic learning and development of children
- CHCECE036Provide experiences to support children's play and learning
- CHCECE037Support children to connect with the natural environment
- CHCECE038Observe children to inform practice
- CHCECE054Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples' cultures
- CHCECE055Meet legal and ethical obligations in children's education and care
- CHCECE056Work effectively in children's education and care
- CHCPRT025Identify and report children and young people at risk
- HLTAID012Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
- HLTWHS001Participate in workplace health and safety
Elective units
2 required — examples- CHCDIV001Work with diverse people
- CHCECE039Comply with family day care administration requirements
- CHCECE040Attend to daily functions in home-based child care
- CHCPRP003Reflect on and improve own professional practice
- CHCSAC009Support the holistic development of children in school age care
- HLTFSE001Follow basic food safety practices
2 electives in total: at least 1 from the qualification's elective list, and 1 from that list, elsewhere in the CHC training package or another current package. Electives are agreed with the RTO to suit your job.
RPL Evidence Checklist.
For the RPL route. The RTO decides what is sufficient, but most of it is already in your inbox, HR portal or training folder.
Employer references
Signed statements of service on letterhead listing your duties and dates.
Payslips, rosters & contracts
Proof of how long and how regularly you have worked in the role.
Position description
Shows the tasks and responsibilities your job involves.
Supervisor contact
A manager, coordinator or team leader who can confirm your work.
Certificates
First aid, CPR, in-house training and any short courses you have completed.
Screening checks
Working with children check, police check or other checks your role requires.
Children's or clients' records
Records, notes or photos of the people you support stay private. We show you what to send instead.
Why EdVenture Global.
We're not an RTO, so our job is to get you to the right one and help you through it — whether you're using RPL or studying.
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Work placement support
Studying? We help you find and arrange the 160 hours of work placement the course requires.
Child safety training guidance
We explain the National Child Safety Training you need before placement, and the checks employers ask for.
Honest eligibility advice
A free 10-minute check. If RPL isn't right for you, we tell you, and point you to the course instead.
Evidence and paperwork support
For RPL, we help you organise references, payslips and certificates so your portfolio is ready for assessment.
Funding options checked
Living in SA? We check whether you may be eligible for a government-funded place.
RTO and fees upfront
You see the RTO, costs and conditions before you commit to anything.
Real Adelaide advisers
Talk to a real person at our office on Pirie St, by phone or WhatsApp, Australia-wide.
Next steps after you qualify
Want to step up later? We help you plan your next qualification, such as the Diploma.
From Experience to Assessment.
The RPL pathway for experienced workers. EdVenture supports you through steps 1–5; the assessment decision belongs to the RTO. Starting out? Step 1 is the same free chat — we'll point you to the right course.
Free 10-Minute Eligibility Check
Tell us about your work history and the evidence you can access.
Initial Readiness Review
We review whether your experience appears aligned with an available qualification.
Receive Your Evidence Plan
What you already have, what may be missing, and the expected process.
Review the RTO and Costs
You get the RTO details, fees and important conditions before deciding whether to proceed.
Build Your Evidence Portfolio
We help you organise references, employment records, certificates and supervisor reports.
Independent RTO Assessment
The RTO's assessors review your evidence and may interview or observe you. The qualification is issued only when all requirements are met.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Still unsure? Ask us directly — the eligibility check is free.
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RPL or study? Let's find your way in.
A free, no-obligation 10-minute chat. We'll tell you honestly which route to the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care suits you.