Want to get into childcare but are worried about the cost?
Don’t be.
There are so many job opportunities out there and in fact, there is a shortage of trained educators around the country.
It’s why childcare has been identified as a priority industry in need. And the NSW Government is happy to provide fee-free training to eligible people in NSW.
The Childcare courses listed below are now fee-free* for eligible people that want a career in Childcare.
CHC30125 Certificate III Early Childhood Education and Care
CHC50125 Diploma Early Childhood Education and Care
* Training under Smart & Skilled programs is funded by the NSW government.
Course fees depend on individual circumstances and can be paid off throughout your course.
To be eligible you must be:
Note: If you receive any of the following Commonwealth Government Benefits, you may be eligible for further subsidies:
Evidence of eligibility will be required to be provided at the time of enrolment.
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At Atkinson Childcare College we offer training both for childcare centre-based educators (Employment-based), and for those learners who want to study first and then find a work placement at a childcare centre (Blended).
Interested?
If so, please take the time to read the following information:
Welcome to Atkinson Childcare College!
As of 1 January 2015 it is compulsory for all students to have or to obtain a USI – Unique Student
Identifier. If you are looking to start a course you must do this ASAP.
It takes less than five minutes to set up and verify.
At Atkinson’s we have always had the deepest respect for the work of early childhood educators. We see first-hand, every day, the difference you make in the lives of young people.
It’s why we wanted to shake up the stodgy world of early childhood training. To make it fun, engaging and about skills – not fear-based tests and exams.
And we are with you every step of the way.
Our trainers are dedicated to your success. Available whenever you need them.
And if they are busy, our management team is on hand to answer your questions.
CH30125 Certificate III usually takes between 12-18 months - it can be finished in a shorter timeframe depending on how much time you have to study.
Diploma - most people complete the CH50125 Diploma course in 2 years and are in the workplace.
The CH30125 Certificate III requires 160 hours of workplace experience in a registered Children's service.
The CH50125 Diploma requires 280 hours of workplace experience in a registered Children's service.
Yes, there are many opportunities for those qualified to work in NSW Childcare Centres.
Smart and Skilled NSW provides eligible NSW learners with subsidised Training for various qualifications. Check out our courses.
As the funding available can vary from State to State the quickest way is to contact us and in a few minutes we can help you with the best option to save you time and money.
You can enrol anytime of the year, just contact us and ask for the link.
Yes, we have a number of payment plan options for those who cannot access funded courses.
Funding for NSW Smart and Skilled courses is allocated each year around June.
Once it has all been used you will need to wait until the next financial year. We recommend, if you are eligible and can enrol straight away to do so, otherwise you may miss out.