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. 

Courses available

ACCCO Fortitude Valley campus offers two nationally recognised courses:

• CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
• CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

Entry requirements

• A good ability to read, write and speak English
• A sound ability to apply numeracy
• A current Working with Children Check

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.

Please note: Fees listed below are for domestic students. For international student fees please click here

Qualification Name	Government Funded	Self-Funded Students	Vet Student Loan
CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care *Fee-Free for Year 12 Graduates	$540 or ($270 Concession)	$3,570	N/A
CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care	$1,260 or ($630 Concession)	$5,470	$8,400

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.

Course intakes

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!

Night Classes

Many night-class students work earlier in the day or have other commitments during the day. Having a night class gives you time between your morning activities to relax, study, and refresh for classes at night. The schedule makes having a full-time job possible. These later classes are also popular for students that have children.

Because our night classes often end up smaller than our daytime classes, our Trainer Assessors have more time to work with each student one-on-one. If you enjoy working with smaller groups, or even with one other individual, you’ll love night time classes. Taking a night class might be the best decision for you and your education.

Class timetables

Campus 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

Campus 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. 

Australian Child Care Career Options (Brisbane Campus)

(07) 3257 1972 

161 Brunswick Street,
Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006

PO Box 1108, Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006

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!

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Ready to take the next step? Begin your application online or contact us on 1300 139 406 to get started

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