Start your Career in Child Care today 
Yes! I would like to start my child care career.

To take your first step towards becoming a Child Care Educator in the booming Child Care industry.

You can study this course virtually and on campus

We arrange your work placement

After studies at MCIE, 90% of our students gain employment after studies with us

We have partnerships with over 300 Child Care Centres



Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care


What could I become with a Child Care qualification?

  • Early Childhood Educator
  • Family Day Care Educator
  • Nanny
  • Playgroup Supervisor



Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care


  • Proceed to a Bachelor Degree with Victoria University or become;
  • Children Services Team Leader
  • Coordinator or Director; Centre Manager 
  • Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) Coordinator 
  • Family Day Care Operator or Approved Provider
CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Join MCIE´s growing family of qualified Early Childhood Education and Care graduates and fast track your career with an education pathway.

CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care



Our pathway enables eligible graduates direct entry into second year of Victoria University Bachelor of Early Childhood & Care. To learn more about this, download our brochure.

Bachelor of Early Childhood Education & Care

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