Education

Help Children Learn, From Babies to Beyond

Make a difference in the lives of children of all ages with education courses in Victoria. Study with VFA Learning to gain the skills and experience needed for a rewarding career.

Learning what you love is more than just child’s play—it’s about building a career in education. At VFA Learning, we support your journey into education and childcare by equipping you with the tools, knowledge, and industry connections to build a rewarding career.

If you’re passionate about helping children learn and grow, our courses in Education Support and Early Childhood Education offer the perfect pathways:

CHC30221 Certificate III in School-Based Education Support: Gain the skills to assist teachers and support students in primary and secondary schools, including creating inclusive and engaging classroom environments.

CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care: Learn to design engaging activity programs, foster early development, and complete practical placements to gain hands-on experience in childcare settings.

With guidance from expert instructors and real-world practical placements, you’ll graduate ready to inspire, educate, and make a lasting impact on the next generation.

Our courses

CHC30221 Certificate III in School Based Education Support

CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

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Get started in a career in education

Career in Demand

Australia’s education sector is experiencing significant growth, with projections indicating a substantial increase in the demand for qualified professionals across various roles. The early childhood education and care workforce is expected to expand by 21.6% by 2026, highlighting a growing demand for early childhood educators.

The number of teaching assistants in the education support sector is projected to rise from approximately 100,900 in 2021 to 118,500 by 2026, reflecting a 17.4% increase.

These projections underscore the Australian Government’s commitment to enhancing access to quality education and childcare services, resulting in a robust and sustained demand for skilled professionals in the education sector.

*Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Earn While you Learn

If you’re starting out in the education profession without any existing qualifications, we can help you get started as a trainee. Whether you’re interested in education courses in Victoria focused on childcare or education support, an employer can offer you a position under a traineeship so you can work, gain experience, and earn a nationally recognised qualification at the same time.

Traineeships are available to people of all ages and stages of life, including high school students and those wanting to start, change, or advance their careers.

Fit Study in With Your Life

If you want a flexible learning environment, we’ve got you covered. We’ve developed blended options for our Certificate III and Diploma courses in Education Support and Early Childhood Education. These courses are designed to fit into your lifestyle, combining theoretical learning online with hands-on, real-life practical experience during your studies.

Whether supporting students in a school classroom or caring for young children in a childcare setting, our courses ensure you’re ready to step into a rewarding role.

If you have questions or want more information about options that suit your learning needs, our highly experienced Course Consultants are here to help.

Step into a career you’ll love

77

Percentage of VFA Graduates employed after 6 months

Source: www.myskills.gov.au

Become an Early Childhood Educator

What our students say

Chloe’s Story

“I’m really proud to say that if it weren’t for VFA, I would not be studying my Bachelor of Education at Deakin. So I would highly recommend VFA if you want to learn what you need to learn and be supported by an amazing team.”

— Chloe Tippett, Early Childhood Graduate

Tailored student support

Unlike other organisations, VFA Learning has dedicated staff to assist with organising your practical work placements. We also support students when they complete on-the-job training with regular visits to the workplace by a qualified early Childhood Assessor.

Flexible Learning

Enjoy our ‘Flipped’ blended learning model, designed to allow more flexibility with your study. Our approach enables you to work while you obtain your qualification.

Be Ready to Work

Within 6 months of graduating, 77% of VFA Learning Early Childhood students are in employment. Once qualified, your services will be in high demand, and you can begin working in childcare centres around Australia.