Mode of Study: This course is now delivered in a blended part-time format for 26 weeks which will look like one of the following:

CLASS 1: Monday and Tuesday (in-campus)

CLASS 2: Thursday and Friday (in-campus)

In addition you are required to complete 160 hours work placement which could be organised by us if eligible.

Work Placement:

To be able eligible to receive organised work placement, it is a mandatory requirement from our placement facilities that students will need to have the following (subject to change depending on individual placement partners):

• You must obtain a current Working with Children Check (WWCC). It is your responsibility to apply for the WWCC and cover any associated costs. This is a mandatory industry requirement.
• Obtained the relevant clearances and screening checks for that facility (eg DHS vulnerable person, Safe Environments for children and young people through their eyes, national police clearance etc)

• Received their annual influenza vaccination, and

• Received at least one dose of a TGA – approved or recognised COVID-19 vaccination; and

• Received, or have evidence of a booking to receive, a second dose of a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine within the interval after the first dose; and

• Within four weeks of becoming eligible by ATAGI guidelines, the person receives, or has evidence of a booking to receive, a third dose (booster) of a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine.

Successful Completion: To receive the qualification, you must successfully complete all required units. This involves attending training sessions, completing assignments, and demonstrating your skills during the work placement component.

Skills Recognition: Skills Recognition is available. Please discuss this option with your trainer if you have prior experience or qualifications.