Australian Child Care Career Options (Brisbane Campus)
(07) 3257 1972
161 Brunswick Street,
Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006
PO Box 1108, Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006
studying at brisbane 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.
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 9.00am - 3.00pm
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: Thursday & Friday 9.00am - 3.00pm
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.
Certificate 3 Guarantee & Higher Level skills Program
To be eligible to undertake training under the Certificate 3 Guarantee and Higher Level Skills programs, prospective students must meet the following eligibility criteria:
Check your eligibility:
Certificate 3 Guarantee: https://www.accco.com.au/fees-and-funding/qld/certificate-3-guarantee/
Higher Level Skills: https://www.accco.com.au/fees-and-funding/qld/higher-level-skills/
Fees
We have Flexible payment plans available which allow studnets to pay off their qualification over weekly, fortnightly or monthly repayments.You may also be eligible for State Government funding, depending on circumstance. Please call our dedicated education consultants on 07 3257 1972 to discuss payment options applicable to you.
Government funding available
If a person is eligible for funding under Certificate 3 Guarantee or Higher Level Skills Program, the Queensland 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 a Blue Card before they start placement. For more information please visit https://www.bluecard.qld.gov.au.
Intake 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 1300 139 406 now to get enrolled straight away!
Training facilities
Our state of the art, contemporary Fortitude Valley campus offers a creative and stimulating learning environment featuring spacious modern classrooms with current industry resources, audio visual equipment, student computer lab, wireless network, commercial kitchen facilities, access to the college’s resources, including reference material. We are continuously adding to the range of resources to ensure that they are current. There are also public libraries run by the Brisbane City council which students can access.
- 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 Brisbane Campus is on Brunswick Street Fortitude Valley, just off St Pauls Terrace. Centrally located near business and lifestyle precincts with nearby transport networks and opportunities for part-time work whilst studying.
Coming By Public Transport?
If you’re travelling by public transport, the journey from Brisbane CBD is roughly 15 min. Hop on the 375 bus at Adelaide street heading toward Stafford City, exiting at Brunswick Street and St Pauls Terrace. From there it’s just a 1-minute walk to the Brunswick Street Campus. Fortitude Valley train station is also conveniently located within a five-minute walk to the college which make for a hassle-free commute to classes.
Brisbane full time students receive a 50% discount on local public transport and 25% discount on CityCycle bike hire. There’s also a free CityHopper ferry to jump between the city, South Bank and Kangaroo Point.
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 07 3257 1972 and find out which course is right for you. It just might be the
best career decision you ever make!
