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Step into the Future with Education and Child Care
Working in child care and education can be a truly rewarding experience; allowing people with a special affinity with kids to really shine.
As more and more people want high-quality, trustworthy and convenient childcare options, certified workers are finding lots of opportunities to make a meaningful contribution.
New Child Care Regulations
New government regulations stipulate that by 2014, all child care workers will require at least a Certificate III qualification, while half of all staff in long day care centres and preschools will need at least a diploma in early childhood education.
Get a head start now and start a rewarding career with these nationally recognised courses:
For more information or advice on the right course for you, contact a SEEK Learning consultant now.
Certificates
Certificate III in Education Support
Qualify as an education support worker with the Certificate 111 in Education Support. Gain employment in a range of education settings including community, public and independent schools.
Provided by OTEN TAFE
Online + Correspondence
Certificate III in Children's Services
Child care course - essential introduction to understanding, caring for and supporting the development of young children.
Provided by OTEN TAFE
Online + Correspondence
Popular Course
Professional TESOL Certificate
240-hour course - standard 60-hour course in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages plus 3 electives.
Provided by TESOL College
In Class, Correspondence or Online
Advanced TESOL Certificate
120-hour course - standard 60-hour course in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages plus 1 elective.
Provided by TESOL College
In Class, Correspondence or Online
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Gain the skills required to become a trainer and assessor in the workplace or the VET sector.
Provided by OTEN TAFE
Online
Certificate IV in TESOL
Ideal for those who want to teach ESL in Australia. Education degree or diploma and teaching experience required.
Provided by TESOL College
In Class, Correspondence or Online
Diplomas
Diploma of Children's Services
Gain the skills required to work and supervise staff in centre-based and family day care.
Provided by OTEN TAFE
Online + Correspondence
Popular Course
Professional TESOL Diploma
600-hour course - standard 60-hour course in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages plus 9 electives.
Provided by TESOL College
In Class, Correspondence or Online
Advanced TESOL Diploma
360-hour course - standard 60-hour course in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages plus 5 electives.
Provided by TESOL College
In Class, Correspondence or Online
Popular Course
Undergraduate Degrees
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)
Start a career in early childhood and help to shape young lives with the specialist skills you gain in this course.
Provided by OUA
Online
Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Gain a comprehensive and respected qualification to embark on a fulfilling career in primary level teaching.
Provided by OUA
Online
Popular Course
Bachelor of Arts
Arts degree: develop your research, analytical, critical thinking and writing skills.
Provided by OUA
Online
Bachelor of Arts (Indigenous Studies)
Understand Aboriginal cultures and societies and their relationships within the broader Australian context.
Provided by OUA
Online
Postgraduate Courses
Graduate Certificate in Education Law
Gain skills to develop educational policy and respond to legal issues in education. Nationally recognised, accredited qualification.
Provided by OUA
Online
Graduate Certificate in E-Learning
Gain skills in web-based teaching and learning through this online university course.
Provided by OUA
Online
Graduate Certificate of Tertiary Teaching
Become a talented, expert educator with this widely recognised postgraduate teaching qualification.
Provided by OUA
Online
Software Training
Microsoft Word
Learn how to create letters, memos, faxes, basic newsletters and reports, macros.
Provided by Dynamic Web Training
In Class
Microsoft PowerPoint
Learn how to create and enhance presentations, add animations, create tables and charts, run slide shows.
Provided by Dynamic Web Training
In Class
Adobe Acrobat
Learn how to create and modify PDF files, convert web pages to PDF, import images, secure PDF documents.
Provided by Dynamic Web Training
In Class
Microsoft Office 2007
Learn about the changes and new features in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook introduced in Microsoft Office 2007.
Provided by Dynamic Web Training
In Class
Career Profile
Get Off the Beaten Track - and Teach in China
The emergence and rapid growth of China has created enormous demand for qualified English teachers. Learn about the opportunity of a lifetime to teach English to Chinese children and adults - while enjoying generous pay, travel benefits and other perks. Read more.
Where to Now?
Talk to a SEEK Learning consultant
Discuss your career options and outcomes you can expect from doing these courses with a SEEK Learning consultant.
Not sure which course is for you
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Affordable and Accessible
Many of our Education & Child Care courses qualify for FEE-HELP. Find out more.
Delivery Methods
In Class / On Campus Courses
Attend training classes led by expert instructors.
Online Courses
Complete your learning via the internet anywhere, anytime.
Correspondence Courses
Study at home with course materials & assignments mailed to you.
The Educational Workforce
I love spending time with children, but I had no background in child care. Now that I'm actually working in a centre, I look back at the course modules and can see how well it relates to what I'm doing now.
Robina Singh, Child Care Worker
(Certificate III in Children's Services)
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