Training Delivered at school

Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) is a learning pathway which enables students to gain a nationally recognised qualification as part of their school studies, delivered by a qualified school teacher or Trainer Assessor in partnership with ACCCO.
The school forms a partnership, sometimes entering into a third party agreement with ACCCO, enabling VET qualified high school teachers to deliver training to students at their respective schools. Specific information on partnered schools may be provided by your school VET Co-ordinator and ACCCO representative or by making a specific enquiry via email to info@accco.com.au
VETiS qualifications can be undertaken in years 10, 11 and 12, and can count towards their Senior Certificate of Education.
To be eligible to enrol in the VET in Schools program, you must:
The courses are delivered in a face-to-face group based environment with weekly classroom sessions at the school. During the study period of qualifications, students learn the theory component in class with a qualified teacher at the school, as well as attend an ACECQA approved education and care service to receive practical training and experience. Vocational placement hours are in addition to theory class attendance.
What can I study with ACCCO?
ACCCO is a Pre-Qualified Supplier for the delivery of the following Qualifications:
(but will be focusing on Children’s Services) – pre-vocational course
This qualification is an entry level qualification designed for people who are looking for skills for working with children in the community. This may be used as a pathway for workforce entry as a community services worker providing first point of contact and assisting individuals in meeting their immediate needs and also provides a pathway for students who wish to complete a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care at a later date.
Qualification: | CHC22015 Certificate II in Community Services |
Duration: | 1 day per week, over 20 weeks |
Vocational Hours: | Students are required to complete between 40 – 80 hours of practical placement |
Commencement: | 2 intakes per year 1st Semester (Term 1 and 2) and 3rd Semester (Term 3 and 4) |
Employment Opportunities: |
Nannying, au pair and other private arrangements for childcare • Activity and/or care programs, including playgroups, play centres, resorts, gyms, shopping centres • Coaching and tuition |
On completion of this qualification, you can gain 6 credits into the CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care to continue your education career. This will mean you will only need to complete 12 more units for the Certificate III qualification.
ACCCO’s Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care program prepares students interested in working with children under 5 for employment in the Early Education Sector such as in childcare, long day care, family day care, kindergartens. Students achieve skills planning and delivering educational programs that focus on supporting children's wellbeing, learning and development. It is the minimum qualification to gain employment in ACECQA approved early childhood services and often the qualification studied for those wanting to begin their career in early childhood education.
Graduates will be able to use their Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
Qualification: | CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care |
Duration: | Total of 40 weeks, over 2 years |
Vocational Hours: | Minimum of 120 hours |
Commencement: | Students must start in Year 11 (term one) |
Employment Opportunities: |
Assistant Educator in Long Day Care • Child Care Centres • Kindergarten or Preschool Program • Occasional Care • Family Day Care |
On completion of this qualification, you can gain credit (between 11-13 units) into the CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care to continue your education career. This will shorten the duration of your Diploma course and also reduce the fees.
Education Support qualifications will qualify you to work as a teacher's aide or in after-hours school care. The Certificate III in Education Support is an ideal qualification for people seeking employment in education roles which provides assistance and support to qualified Educators and Teachers. It is a versatile qualification leading the graduate to work in a range of diverse education environments including schools, kindergartens, preschools, school age care or other education environment in entry level positions.
Qualification: | CHC30213 Certificate III In Education Support |
Duration: | Total of 40 weeks, over 2 years |
Vocational Hours: | Minimum of 100 hours |
Commencement: | Students must start in Year 11 (term one) |
Employment Opportunities: |
Teacher Aide in schools, preschools/kindergartens • Education Support staff • Education Assistant (special needs, language/literacy, cultural support • School Age Care Assistant Educator (vacation care, OSHC, Kindergarten) • Home tutor |
On completion of this qualification with ACCCO, you can use the qualification to gain credit into other qualifications including: CHC40213 Certificate IV in Education Support, CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood and Care, CHC40113 Certificate IV in School Age Education and Care, CHC50213 Diploma of School Age Education and Care.
Costs vary depending on the course and study mode. Students undertaking a nationally-recognised qualification at as part of their senior
studies may be eligible for substantially reduced or, in some cases, no tuition fees at all in some State / Territories. Please contact
ACCCO for further information relating to fees.
Why choose ACCCO for education and training?
Standing out from other training providers, ACCCO is regarded for the valuable face to face and on the job training that students receive throughout their course. With over 23 years’ experience, ACCCO has established strong relationships with schools and maintains close links to industry enabling us to deliver in-demand skills and up-to-date and relevant training. Schools are also enjoying the relationship with the ACCCO VETiS Coordinator who maintains the consistency of training, assessment and providing support. The most positive feedback is out in the field with Early Childhood Services noticing an improvement in the quality of training by the Schools who have trained with ACCCO.
Students also benefit directly from the fact that ACCCO specialises in Early Childhood Education and Care qualifications and the high
degree of industry engagement and connection that ACCCO offers graduates when seeking employment. Education and Care services actively seek
out ACCCO graduates because of their high quality training, with employers recognising the exemplary skills and practices from the students
who have trained with ACCCO.
Standing out from other training providers, ACCCO is regarded for the valuable face to face and on the job training that students receive throughout their course