studying at adelaide campus

Get a hands-on learning approach by interacting with your teachers, fellow students and practical materials. 

We have some of the best training facilities and utilise a variety of learning techniques that will help you to learn more easily in a fun, stimulating and interactive environment. Our courses have been designed to give you all the hands-on skills and leading industry training to begin practising as an early childhood educator with a highly rewarding career.

• Enjoy small class sizes where you get to collaborate with your peers
• Our Trainers Assessors know you by name - and they want to see you succeed, just as much as you do! 
• Stay motivated with more interaction through face-to-face learning
• Teaching in a stimulating, interactive learning environment

Structured classroom learning

All classes are delivered by qualified, industry experienced Trainer Assessors who work closely with students to optimise their learning experience. We simulate activities and tasks that are required to be performed within the workplace so that students gain confidence before working in an early education centre or service. Students will attend class two days per week at the college and attend one day per week at an ACECQA approved early childhood service for Vocational Placement (VP). There are also various days set for excursions, guest speakers, art & craft days and block Vocational Placement. Please contact ACCCO for classroom timetables.

Classroom courses available

Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30113)

Students will attend class two days per week at college, and one day per week in an ACECQA approved early childhood service.

Class Hours: Thursday & Friday 9.30am - 2.30pm

Duration: Full Time: 28 weeks

Vocational Placement: Vocational Placement will be no less than 120 hours spread over the duration of the qualification. Actual hours completed is dependent on student capability.

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC50113)

Students will attend class two days per week at college, and one day per week in an ACECQA approved early childhood service.

Class Hours: Monday & Tuesday 9.30am - 2.30pm

Duration: Full Time: 65 weeks
(or 39 weeks if completed CHC30113)

Vocational Placement: Vocational Placement will be no less than 240 hours spread over the duration of the qualification. Actual hours completed is dependent on student capability.

Fees

We have Flexible payment plans available which allow studnets to pay off their qualification over fortnightly or monthly repayments.You may also be eligible for State Government funding, depending on circumstance. Please call our dedicated education consultants on 08 8284 1794 to discuss payment options applicable to you.

Fees and Funding

Government funding available 

If a person is eligible for funding under WorkReady, the South Australian Government will subsidise the costs of their accredited training, although a student contribution fee will be required. 

VET Student Loans

The VET Student Loans (VSL) program is a Commonwealth Government loan available to help eligible students pay their tuition fees. The loan is issued by the Australian Government to make higher education more accessible, by removing the burden of upfront tuition fees. Read more

Vocational Placement
All students need to be employed or volunteering in an ACECQA approved early childhood service to complete the practical components of their qualification. The ACCCO Trainer Assessor may be able to support you to arrange this placement if you don't already have one. All students must have Screening Check. For more information please visit https://screening.sa.gov.au/

Intakes dates
We have regular course intakes throughout the year, so if you’re keen to start early childhood training, you can start your course straight away. No need to wait until next year – call 08 8284 1794 now to get enrolled straight away!

Training facilities

Our state of the art, contemporary Smithfield campus offers a creative and stimulating learning environment featuring spacious modern classrooms with current industry resources, audio visual equipment, student computer lab, wireless network, access to local Student Advisers during College operating hours. We are proud to offer a diverse campus, one where inclusion is paramount. We offer a range of services that support all students from culturally diverse backgrounds.

The Campus is equipped with comfortable, modern furniture and the latest in teaching facilities which include:

• Spacious air-conditioned modern classrooms
• Student lounge and study area
• Access to internet and printing facilities
• Free Wifi
• Student computer lab
• Fully-equipped, modern commercial kitchen
• Close proximity to public transport, restaurants, and coffee shops
• Collaborative learning spaces

Training Location

Our Adelaide Campus is on Anderson Walk Smithfield, opposite Station Road. Centrally located near business, food outlets, restaurants and shopping precincts with nearby transport networks and opportunities for part-time work whilst studying. Smithfield train station is conveniently located within a two minute walk to the college which make for a hassle-free commute to classes. Full time students may receive a 50% discount on local public transport.

Industry sought graduates!

ACCCO graduates have an outstanding reputation in the community due to their excellent education and skills. 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.

ACCCO students have higher employment outcomes than all other training providers across Australia! ACCCO graduates sit at 84.9% employment rate which is considerably higher than the national average of 77.7% from all other Australian VET providers. For further information please see the (NCVER) Student Outcomes Survey statistics.

Does classroom study sound like it is right for you?

Come and see our campus yourself, ask your questions about studying and discover what being an ACCCO student is really like!  Get started on your career in early childhood today!

Call our dedicated education consultants on 08 8284 1794 and find out which course is right for you. It just might be the best career decision you ever make!