At G8 Education, we offer a Certificate III Traineeship in Early Childhood Education, which allows you to work and study towards your qualification at the same time. This means you don’t have to pay any fees while you are studying, you are supported by a team of early learning professionals, including a dedicated Trainer and you can put your learning into practice through real-world experiences!
Considering a career in early learning? We think that’s a great idea. This is why...
Fee Free Training – G8 Education will cover all enrolment and training fees
Paid, rostered study time in the workplace
Access a 50% gap fee discount on childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre
Future opportunities to grow your career through our Diploma and Bachelor Scholarship programs
Exclusive access to G8’s benefits platform, with access to 350+ retailers
Uniforms Provided
Training and Development
Your development is our priority, which is why we will support you to develop a rewarding career that you love. At the completion of our Cert III Traineeship, you will have the knowledge and skills to:
• Understand the fundamentals of Early Childhood Education and Care • Support the implementation of an approved learning framework • Ensure the health and safety of children • Foster individual development and wellbeing
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Frequently Asked Questions
All successful applicants to the Study Pathways Program will benefit from a traineeship fully funded by G8 Education. There is no out of pocket expenses for you. The only purchase you will need to make is a working with children check for your relevant state/territory.
Yes! You receive up to 1 full day per month, depending on state requirements.
As an educator in training, you will have a strong support network surrounding you including dedicated RTO trainers, qualified educators in your centre, your Centre Manager and the G8 Study Pathways Program Team. G8 will also support you in accessing other dedicated mentoring avenues through both internal and external opportunities.
As a trainee you will gain experience in all of the Centre’s rooms.
The Study Pathways Program partners with sector leading Registered Training Organisations, dedicated to training early childhood education and care educators. Your RTO trainer will assist you both virtually and with in-centre visits throughout your study.
Your Centre Manager will offer daily guidance and assistance. You may also buddy up with an experienced Lead Educator or Early Childhood Teacher to further extend your learning.
The objective of completing your traineeship is to take the next step in your career as a qualified early childhood educator. This might mean continuing your journey in the same centre, or exploring opportunities available at another centre.
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