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Build Skills for Before & After School Care

Gain CPD-endorsed training in before and after school care. Complete 16 study hours online, at your own pace, with lifetime access to course materials.

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Everything That Comes With This Course

CPD Endorsed

Completing this course earns CPD Points recognised by employers. You will receive a Course Completion Acknowledgement and a digital badge issued by Credly.

100% Online and On-Demand

Enrol at any time and study on your own terms. Instant access upon enrolment, no classroom required.

Dedicated Round-the-Clock Support

Access expert tutor support by email or phone (Mon-Fri), or live chat 7 days a week. Fast marking turnaround within 1 business day.

Industry-Aligned Learning

Courses are designed in collaboration with institutions, employers and industry experts to equip students with practical, real-world skills.

Lifetime Access

Students receive lifetime access to course materials upon enrolment.

16 study hours, complete at your own pace
CPD endorsed, earn recognised points and a Credly digital badge
Skills & Applications

The Skills You'll Build

Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.

181k+Employed in this field (AU)
Before & After School Care AssistantOutside School Hours Care (OSHC) CoordinatorEducation Support WorkerChildcare AttendantSchool Age Care Worker

Indicative market figures from publicly available Australia data (ABS / NCVER). No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.

What You'll Learn

The 3 Modules Inside The Course

The modules that make up the course, as published by the provider.

3Total Units
2Core Units
1Electives

Core Units

Support Children To Participate In School Age Care
Work Collaboratively & Respectfully With Children In School Aged Care

Elective Units

Work Effectively With Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander People
From Past Students

What Students Say About It

I have just started your course, and I was previously studying the same course locally, but being a single mum, I found it a juggle with my three boys. Swapping online through Online Courses AUS was the best decision I ever made. It's so much more organised, and I can work my studies around my children. It's no longer a juggle trying to fit everything into my busy lifestyle.
Robyn · Provider Website
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$15 / week

Weekly Payment Plan. $15 per week for 53 weeks. Interest free, no credit check. Flexible first payment date within 7 days.

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Questions People Ask First

Are there any entry requirements for this course?

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. It is open to anyone interested in working in before and after school care settings. Submit an enquiry to confirm any current enrolment prerequisites.

How long does the course take to complete?

The course involves 16 study hours in total. It is fully self-paced, so students can work through the material at a speed that suits them. Lifetime access means there is no pressure to finish by a set deadline.

How is the course delivered?

The course is 100% online and on-demand. Students can enrol at any time and access materials immediately. Tutor support is available by email or phone Monday to Friday, with live chat available seven days a week.

Is there a work placement component?

No work placement is required for this course. All learning takes place online through course materials and assessments. This makes it a flexible option for those already working in a school or care setting.

Is this course accredited or nationally recognised?

This course is CPD endorsed, completing it earns CPD Points recognised by employers, and graduates receive a Course Completion Acknowledgement and a Credly digital badge. It is not a government-accredited or AQF qualification. It is designed to build practical, industry-aligned skills for the before and after school care sector.

What does the course cost and are payment plans available?

A weekly payment plan may be available for this course. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current pricing and payment options.

About This Course

What This Course Is Really About

This course covers the practical skills needed to support children in before and after school care settings. Students learn how to create safe, engaging environments, manage daily routines, and respond to the needs of school-age children.

Delivered by Online Courses Australia, the course suits education support workers, school assistants, and those looking to move into outside school hours care (OSHC) roles. No prior experience is required to enrol.

The course is 100% online and self-paced, with 16 study hours and lifetime access to all materials. Students receive a Course Completion Acknowledgement and a digital badge issued through Credly upon finishing.

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