Education Courses

This course is currently for Western Australia residents only.

If you’re the type of person who loves working with young children in an educational setting, and are looking to start a rewarding career in the early childhood education sector, then this CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care qualification from Gateway Training Academy could make it happen for you.

This certificate focuses on the responsibilities of professionals engaged in early childhood education and care within regulated children’s education and care services in Australia. To enable you to become an effective early childhood educator, the course will cover essential fields such as how to support children’s health, safety, and wellbeing; how to support the holistic learning and development of children; how to provide experiences to support children’s play and learning; and how to meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care, amongst others. By the end of the course, you will have all the skills as well as confidence to commence work at any early childhood care service in Australia.

This course is conducted in classroom at Gateway Training Academy’s campuses in Fremantle, Perth and Mandurah in Western Australia.

Government Funding available to eligible Western Australian residents. Enquire to check your eligibility.

Please Note: This course is NOT available to people on a 500 or 600 visa.

If you are currently in a role that involves training people in a specific skill, or are looking to develop your ability to train others, then this TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment qualification from Australian Institute of Management (AIM) Education and Training could be just what you’re looking for.

Developed by industry experts, this qualification is strategically designed to enhance the training capabilities of individuals in the vocational education and training (VET) sector, as well as those engaged in delivering training and assessing competence within the workplace. The course will give you essential skills that will allow you to become a high-quality trainer by teaching how to support the learning and development of teams and individuals; how to work effectively in the VET sector, how to use recognised training products to meet vocational training needs; how to facilitate online and workplace-based learning; and how to design and develop plans for vocational training, amongst others. By the end of the course you’ll be ready to take on challenges of training groups or individuals either in the corporate or VET sphere.

This course is delivered 100% online, requires roughly 10 hours of study per week and can be completed in 12-18 months.

 

 

Are you passionate about working with children and looking for a career that’s both challenging and rewarding? The CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care from Melbourne City Institute of Education (MCIE) could be your ideal path into the early childcare industry.

This qualification is the essential stepping stone for those aiming to work in early childhood education and care. At MCIE, you will learn critical aspects of child care (age 0-6 years old), including how to respond to risks, maintain a safe and healthy environment, use approved learning frameworks to guide children’s learning, development, and participation. You’ll gain the skills to work effectively in a team, guiding children’s play and leisure, and ensuring they have a safe, happy, and fulfilling experience under your care.

You will learn vital skills such as supporting children’s holistic learning and development, creating enriching play experiences, working effectively in educational settings, and adhering to legal and ethical standards. You’ll also gain invaluable hands-on experience with 160 hours of practical work placement in a professional early childhood service setting, guided by experienced industry professionals.

MCIE offers flexible learning options, including on-campus and blended delivery with a mix of face-to-face and virtual sessions. You’ll have the chance to engage in practical training on campus at least once a month. The course is available at MCIE’s Melbourne campus and can be completed in approximately 9-12 months, including placement.

Take the first step towards a fulfilling career in early childhood education and care with MCIE. Enrol now and start making a difference in the lives of children!

Government funding
If you qualify for government funding, you could study this course for just $150! The Victorian government subsidises this course, making it accessible and affordable for eligible students.

 

 

This 100% online Undergraduate Certificate of Sport Coaching from the Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) is for those who are looking to balance working in the industry with flexible, convenient online study.

The course is designed for those working in coach development, athlete/player development, or sport coaching and have been in the industry or related field for at least 2 years. It will help you take advantage of growing your educational skill-set in order to enhance your personal knowledge, and build your current practice and career development to higher levels.

You can also achieve Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) credit, as the credit earned from this course can go to other ACPE courses such as the Bachelor of Sport Coaching (Management), or the Bachelor of Football (Development, Management and Performance).

If you love working with young children, are passionate about the importance of education in their lives, and would love to build a career in early childhood education, then this CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care qualification from Phillips Institute may be just what you’re after! This nationally recognised training course equips you with the skills and knowledge to meet the requirements for working in this exciting and challenging sector.

With this course, you could become a skilled early childhood education professional and qualify to work in a wide range of early childhood careers. The course will teach you essential skills such as caring for babies and toddlers, early childhood learning and development fundamentals, how to use an approved learning framework and how to provide experiences to support children’s play and learning.

This is a class-based course, which includes 160 hours of work placement within an approved childcare institution which will ensure that you have the practical experience needed to hit the ground running in your new early childhood education role.

This course is covered by the Victorian Government’s Skills First funding program and eligible students can have 100% of their tuition fees covered. Please enquire now to see if you qualify for this government funding.

If you are a great communicator and would love a career based on helping people achieve their career goals, then this CHC41215 Certificate IV in Career Development qualification from GROW Training Group could be an ideal course for you.

This Certificate IV program has been carefully crafted in collaboration with industry experts to ensure a comprehensive and relevant learning experience aligned with current industry standards. This course is ideally suited for individuals looking to obtain roles in career information and transition services, or seeking to work as career advisors within various educational, training, school, or transition environments.

As a careers advisor, you will be entrusted with the responsibility of delivering tailored programs and services to both individuals and groups of clients and employers. Your role would encompass guiding individuals in career planning, as well as facilitating the process of identifying, securing, and maintaining suitable employment opportunities. From supporting recent school leavers to aiding seasoned professionals in exploring new career pathways, this course equips you to engage with a diverse range of clientele across various stages of their career journeys.

Please Note: Grow Training Group operates as a privately managed Registered Training Organisation (RTO), differing from government-run institutions such as a TAFE. Consequently, Grow does not offer government funding.

Take the next step in a rewarding career with the Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education from UTS Online.

This course will help you develop the skills to lead and manage change while implementing effective approaches for building evidence-based teaching and learning capacity in their workplace.

It brings together the expertise of academics, thought-leaders and globally-recognised educators across health, arts and social sciences. Go beyond traditional ways of thinking and doing to deliver impact in clinical settings.

Tailor your assessment tasks to solve unique issues and develop strategic plans in your current or future workplace. Continue to upskill with pathway options to the Master of Education (Learning and Leadership) or the Master of Advanced Nursing.

Delivered 100% online in a collaborative learning environment, you’ll engage in interactive activities that address real-world challenges relevant to your practice.

If you enjoy working with children in a classroom setting and are looking for a course that will allow you to start a rewarding education career, then this dual CHC30221 Certificate III in School Based Education Support and CHC40221 Certificate IV in School Based Education Support qualification is an excellent choice. This dual qualification will give you a solid educational base that will enable you to work in a range of education support roles across Australian primary and secondary schools by teaching you how to assist teachers and support student learning, provide support to individual students with special needs, complete general administrative and operational tasks in a classroom setting, as well as how to coach and supervise other educators.

By learning essential education support skills such as how to contribute to student education in all developmental domains such as numeracy and literacy, how to set up and sustain learning areas, how to identify and respond to children and young people at risk, how to support students with additional needs in the classroom and how to provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder, you will gain all the knowledge and confidence required to be a top performer in any education support role.

Workplace component

In addition to the online theoretical component, this course also involves 100 hours of practical work in a classroom setting within primary and/or secondary schools which will ensure that you can practice your new skills and gain real life classroom experience before graduating.

Assessments

Assessments will include a range of quizzes, knowledge questions and case studies. Students will also need to undertake workplace projects and observations and will be required to submit video evidence of their learnings.

Please note: This is a fee-for-service program.

The Bachelor of Dance Education is delivered through the Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) as a specialist professional qualification unique to Australia.

Units are provided by experienced and highly qualified professionals, ready to empower you with all the knowledge and skills needed to become a PDHPE and dance teacher. By combining health, dance, teaching, and physical education in one degree, you’ll be able to study all your passions at once. We outshine competitors in the Quality Indicators of Learning and Trust (QILT) Student Experience Survey. Compared to other education providers and universities, ACPE ranked number 1 for Education courses in Australia for learning resources and skills development.

The Bachelor of Dance Education is endorsed by the NSW Education Standards Authority.

If you’re looking to start a rewarding career in helping children get the best education possible, then this CHC40221 Certificate IV in School Based Education Support qualification from Foundation Education could be just what you’re looking for. The qualification will ensure that you have the right set of skills to enable you to effectively perform in a range of education support jobs by teaching you in-demand skills such as how to assist students with special needs, how to provide and manage a stimulating, safe and meaningful learning environment and how to assist teachers in a range of administrative functions.

This flexible, online course with a practical component covers all essential areas required for education support roles such as how to assist in facilitation of student learning, support students in improving their literacy and numeracy skills, facilitate learning for students with disabilities and support implementation of behaviour plans.

Workplace component

The course also involves 100 hours of practical work within a primary and/or secondary school setting that will give you the opportunity to put your newly acquired skills to practice and provide you real life classroom experience.

Assessments

Assessments will include a range of quizzes, knowledge questions and case studies. Students will also need to undertake workplace projects and observations and will be required to submit video evidence of their learnings.

Start studying today and you will be able to commence your new career in the field of education support within 18 months.

Please note: This is a fee-for-service program.

Designed specifically for educators, our Online Graduate Certificate in Mental Health for Education can teach you how to make a positive impact on the mental health of students as well as how to manage mental health within the school system.

Throughout our Certificate’s four subjects, you will explore topics in school responsiveness, trauma theory, experiences and perceptions of mental illness and therapeutic skills for mental health.

Develop and understanding of:

• Communication strategies: learn how to effectively and sensitively work with students and colleagues in accordance with professional ethical standards.
• Person-centred care: practice and advocate professionally and independently as a team member in mental health settings to drive improved student outcomes.
• Trauma informed education: examine principles that underpin trauma and how those principles may inform pedagogy and learning for students who have experienced trauma.
• Evidence-based plans: develop plans to support therapeutic relationships with students, families, and carers that are characterized by co-constructive care and collaborative engagement.
• Causes and prevalence: critically analyse wellness issues for students and assess how they may influence learning including trauma, anxiety, depression and bullying.

This is a nested qualification within the Master of Education. When you complete this online course, you can continue with advanced standing.

The Bachelor of Physical Activity for Health qualification from the Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) blends sport science, health, and movement to open up doors to a variety of further study options and careers.

If you’re looking to pursue a career in health-related fields and focus on sport and physical activity, this degree is well suited. You will learn how to plan, develop, evaluate and implement health initiatives and physical activity, all with the purpose of helping others become more physically active. This course will ensure you graduate work-ready, whether that be working for the Government, in community organisations, or in the private health sector.

The Bachelor of Physical Activity for Health is also a direct pathway course into the Bachelor of Education (Physical & Health Education). The first year of both degrees have the same units. This means that if you qualify in your second year to transfer over, you don’t lose any credits or time.

If you enjoy working with young children in an educational setting and are looking for a fulfilling and in-demand career, then this CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care qualification from Insight Training could be exactly what you’re looking for.

Once you have completed this course, you will be fully qualified to confidently perform in one of the myriad of early childhood education roles nationally. You will gain crucial industry knowledge such as how to support children’s health, safety and well-being, how to support the holistic learning and development of children, how to provide experiences to support children’s play and learning, how to meet legal and ethical obligations in children’s education and care and how to identify and respond to children and young people at risk. This qualification  will also give you the minimum level of education required by Australian regulation to work in early childhood education and care environment.

As a part of this course, students will be required to complete a minimum of 160 hours of practical work experience in a regulated children’s education and care service in Australia, which will give them the opportunity to test out their skills as well as give them real-world experience required to hit the ground running once they commence employment in the industry.

You have a choice of studying this course in-classroom at one of our campuses (in Morley, Joondalup or Rockingham) or studying 100% online. Please note that both options still involve the practical work experience component.

This CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care is government funded through the Jobs and Skills WA program which applies to eligible WA residents. This course is also covered by the WA Government and Commonwealth’s “Free in ’23 – extended into ’24” program, where students who qualify can enrol in eligible courses at no cost. Enquire today to see if you qualify!

This course uses the following delivery methods, please take this into account when assessing course suitability:

• Blended with virtual classes – you can do the whole course online but you do need to attend some online classes at specific times (a couple of nights per week) with trainers. This study mode is government funded and is the most popular type of study mode used by students at Insight Training.

Please Note: This course is NOT available to people on a 500 or 600 visa.

 

 

If you enjoy working with children and are looking to start a career that focuses on assisting teachers in an educational setting, then this CHC30221 Certificate III in School Based Education Support qualification from Foundation Education could be an ideal qualification to get you started.

This course will enable you to engage with roles in schools and other educational facilities that support teachers in administrative functions, provide educational support to individual students, implement lesson plans and facilitate learning while complying with legislative policy and industrial requirements. By teaching you crucial and relevant skills such as how to support the development of literacy, numeracy and oral language skills, how to contribute to the planning and implementation of educational programs, how to contribute to student education in all developmental domains and how to provide support to students with autism spectrum disorder, this course will ensure that you have the knowledge and confidence needed to commence building a highly rewarding career in education.

Workplace component

While the course is conducted online, it does include 100 hours of practical work within Australian primary and or/secondary schools, which will ensure that once you have obtained the qualification you can hit the ground running in one of many available roles providing support to teachers.

Assessments

Assessments will include a range of quizzes, knowledge questions and case studies. Students will also need to undertake workplace projects and observations and will be required to submit video evidence of their learnings.

Please note: This is a fee-for-service program.

If you want to launch a solid career in Early Childhood Education then this dual qualification from Foundation Education could be just what you’re after. The CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (Family Day Care) and CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care will give you the skills, knowledge and work experience to enter this in-demand industry.

As well as learning how to support the education and health necessities for a young child, you’ll learn how to design and develop a curriculum and how to supervise staff. If you’re thinking of opening your own family day care centre, then this course is perfect for you to turn your home into a successful place of learning and business.

You’ll need to do a compulsory work placement for 440 hours (split between both qualifications), in a childcare facility in Australia. This will give you invaluable experience to use in your getting a job in your future career.

The course will take up to 18 months for the Certificate III and up to 18 months for the Diploma.

Assessments

Assessments will include a range of quizzes, knowledge questions and case studies. Students will also need to undertake workplace projects and observations and will be required to submit video evidence of their learnings.

Please note: This is a fee-for-service program.

If you are a kind and motivated person, passionate about looking after and educating young children, who needs the formal skills and work experience to succeed in the industry, this course could be for you!

The CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care from Foundation Education is delivered through a mix of online learning and practical work placement, which will provide you with strong employment opportunities in just 3 years.

You’ll learn how to:

• Support children with play-based learning
• Coach and supervise other Educators
• Manage Centre operations and admin tasks
• Use and apply an approved curriculum for learning

The course will take up to to 18 months for the Certificate III and up to 18 months for the Diploma.

Assessments

Assessments will include a range of quizzes, knowledge questions and case studies. Students will also need to undertake workplace projects and observations and will be required to submit video evidence of their learnings.

Please note: This is a fee-for-service program.

If you’re looking to formalise your competence in early childhood education, the nationally recognised CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (Family Day Care) from Foundation Education will provide you with the skills you need to work both in a Family Day Care home environment or be part of a larger more structured setting.

You’ll learn how to:

• Nurture toddlers and babies
• Support the health, well-being and safety of children
• Support children’s holistic learning and development
• Use an approved learning framework for teaching

Work Placement

With 160 hours of practical assessment work in a registered childcare facility, it will help further your career in child care with strong employment prospects after graduation.

This nationally recognised course is both flexible and online, and can be completed in just 18 months.

Assessments

Assessments will include a range of quizzes, knowledge questions and case studies. Students will also need to undertake workplace projects and observations and will be required to submit video evidence of their learnings.

Please note: This is a fee-for-service program.

The CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care from Foundation Education enables you to build on your existing knowledge and experience in early childhood education, and move on up into leadership roles within the sector, including Centre Director or Services Manager.

You learn how to analyse information to guide children’s learning and how to foster and apply emotional intelligence.

Amongst other features of this course, you’ll gain the skills and knowledge to plan and implement educational frameworks, and how to support learning and development of teams and individuals.

Work Placement

This course requires 280 hours of work in a registered childcare facility, supervised by a qualified staff member able to sign off on practical demonstration elements. Where required, Foundation Education will help you arrange work placement in your choice of location.

Assessments

Assessments will include a range of quizzes, knowledge questions and case studies. Students will also need to undertake workplace projects and observations and will be required to submit video evidence of their learnings.

Please note: This is a fee-for-service program.