Childcare Incentive Program

Childcare Qualification Incentive Program

Until 31 March 2025
Save up to 20% off your student contribution fees when you       qualify  for the incentive program.  

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The QLD Childcare Qualification Incentive Program is designed to get more Queenslander's qualified in Early Childhood Education and Care to support families.  As an Early Childhood Educator you'll educate, engage, play with and care for children from six weeks to four years old. 

Studying a qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care is the perfect career path for people who love children and are seeking a meaningful career with plenty of opportunities for advancement. Download our QLD Childcare Qualification Incentive Program information sheet and a course guide to explore your options.


Our Courses
Early Childhood Education Apprenticeships and Traineeships.

Apprenticeships and traineeships are a great way to become qualified while gaining hands-on work experience in a professional environment. 

CHC30121 - Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.

The Certificate III is perfect for people who want to work in the childcare industry and gain employment in ACECQA approved early childhood services.

CHC50121 - Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care.

This qualification is essential for people who want to work in supervisor and senior roles such as a lead educator, coordinator or director in a child care centre.

Download our Free Course Guide and Information Sheet on the QLD Childcare Incentive Program.

Fill in your details below to receive your information sheet and course guide.

"Since completing my qualification with Venture Education, I have the skills, knowledge and confidence to make a difference to the lives of children every day. "

Xue Li
Venture Education Student

"Without a doubt I would recommend Venture Education. I received complete support from my trainers which allowed me to progress and achieve my goal”

Karley Pel
Venture Education Student

"The course content and engagement is of remarkable quality and consistency. Our team are gaining confidence and competence through their study with Venture Education”

Karen Prestedge
CEO Mother Duck Childcare and Pre-School Centres

Why Study with Venture Education?

  • Gain confidence

    Gain confidence with our experience with our employer partners to use towards your vocational placement hours

  • Meet Industry Expectations

    Course designed to include highly regarded skills and knowledge
    to meet industry expectations. 

  • Blended learning format

    Blended learning format. Study from home and attend our optional study groups for additional support. 

  • Nationally Recognised Qualification

    Nationally Recognised Course, ACECQA and Centrelink approved, highly recommended
    by our students.

  • Learn new skills

    Learn new skills to add to your resume and
    feel confident in your skills and abilities when you enter the workforce.

Frequently Asked Questions


Will I be provided with job opportunities upon graduating?

Starting a career is such an exciting time! Venture Education helps students find a service to complete their required vocational placement hours. However, students are encouraged to seek their own arrangements when it comes to their employment. Venture Education and their trainers have years of industry experience and can support students to prepare for gaining employment within the industry once the course has been completed. 

I am already working in childcare; will my working hours count towards the vocational placement hours?

Yes, your hours will count towards your vocational placement. If you can provide current evidence of the hours you have completed as an employee within a licenced long day care service these hours will count towards the required vocational placement hours. Evidence of these hours can be provided with a payslip. These hours will be verified by your trainer who will contact your service director.

Is there a minimum or maximum age requirement?

The minimum age to enrol in a course with Venture Education is 15 years of age; please refer to each course overview for further information relating to other entry requirements. Age restrictions differ for students who are looking to undertake an apprenticeship or traineeship. The Child Employment Act states that the minimum age for apprentices and trainees is 13 years of age unless otherwise stated. Please feel free to contact us to discuss further.

Will I need to attend an orientation?

Yes, all students will conduct an orientation and induction to their course with a Venture Education trainer. This is an integral part of your course in order to get you set up with your course materials, meet your trainer and ask any questions that you may have. Depending on your enrolment (i.e. traineeship, fee-for-service) and location, orientation can be conducted either over the phone/skype or in the workplace.

 

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