Our Traineeship Programs combine paid employment with nationally recognised training, allowing your staff to build real skills while contributing to your business. Suitable for new starters or existing employees working a minimum of 15 hours per week, traineeships are ideal for those who are ready to grow in roles across Early Childhood Education & Care.
Each trainee is supported by a dedicated training & assessment specialist who comes to the workplace monthly, delivering a mix of on-the-floor and off-the-floor training tailored to your service. Learning is integrated into day-to-day tasks, with additional support sessions available when needed to help staff stay on track, build confidence & achieve successful outcomes.
Workplace Collaboration and Support
We work in collaboration with employers to tailor training around your service needs, while monitoring trainee progression and providing regular updates so you can stay informed and focus on other priorities across your business.
Employee Entry Requirements
Students are required to demonstrate suitable language, literacy & numeracy skills to meet program entry requirements.
Explore our range of qualification courses, meticulously designed to offer comprehensive training that meets the highest industry standards and empowers learners to excel in their chosen fields.
Begin your childcare career in Launceston with a traineeship that blends real-world learning in early education environments and expert guidance, giving you the skills to positively shape the lives of young children.
Advance your career in Tasmania’s childcare sector with a traineeship that builds leadership skills, program design expertise, and the confidence to oversee high-quality early learning environments.
Partner with Training Unlimited and give your staff the guidance, support & quality training they need to excel in their roles.
At the core of our educational philosophy, our business values reflect our dedication to fostering a supportive and enriching learning environment. These principles guide every aspect of our operations and interactions, ensuring that we provide the most effective and inclusive training possible, focusing on -
Traineeships may be fee-free for eligible students under Skills Tasmania funding. To be eligible, the trainee must be a Tasmanian resident and be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or hold an eligible visa under Skills Tasmania policy. If the trainee is not eligible for subsidised training, fee-for-service pricing applies of $6850 for a Certificate III and $8400 for a Diploma. Eligibility is confirmed at enrolment.
*You may be eligible for state funding. Eligibility criteria applies and will be confirmed at enrolment. Government-subsidised eligibility may also depend on prior subsidised enrolments, other government funding sources, and an approved training contract. The Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as student service and resource fees.
Trainees must work a minimum of 15 hours per week and demonstrate suitable language, literacy & numeracy skills to meet program entry requirements.
Effective 1 July 2024 Employers and Australian Apprentices (apprentices) entering into a Training Contract may be eligible for a range of Australian Government employer incentives and financial support. Payments available are payable in respect of an apprentice whose employment and training arrangements are formally approved by the State Training Authority and the criteria for the payment is met. You can check your eligibility and apply for these payments online through the Apprenticeships Data Management System (ADMS).
The Priority Hiring Incentive is focused on supporting employers to hire Australian Apprentices (apprentices) in priority occupations as outlined on the Australian Apprenticeships Priority List (Priority List). It is open to employers whose apprentices commence from 1 July 2024 and is targeted to the first year of the Australian Apprenticeship.
Trainees may also be eligible for the Australian Apprentice Training Support Payment (AATSP) which provides up to $5,000 over the duration of the traineeship (4 instalments):
Hear from Early Childhood Education and Care employers working with Training Unlimited to support trainees, educators and workplace learning outcomes.
Our enrolment process is clear, efficient, and designed to make starting a traineeship simple for both employers and trainees.
Once we have received notification that a Trainee would like to enrol with Training Unlimited -
We will send an Apprentice Connect Provider (ACP) form to their Employer for completion.
The Trainee will then be sent the Training Unlimited Enrolment Form and LLN Quiz to complete.
Upon Receiving the completed Enrolment Form and LLN Quiz and Training Contract, we will send a calendar invite for the Trainees commencement visit.
Entry requirements for the CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care are as follows:
Previous qualifications:
Alternatively, individuals may hold:
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Language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) are essential requirements to successfully complete your course requirements and demonstrate your competence. A minimum level of language, literacy and numeracy skills is required for most courses provided by Training Unlimited. Where required, students are invited to complete an LLN Robot LLN survey, identifying support requirements they may need to access to successfully complete the course they are enrolled in.
Where LLN gaps or deficiencies are identified, our Training Specialists enable an individualised Support Plan, monitoring and supporting a student’s progress throughout the duration of their learning and assessment pathways.
Training Unlimited acknowledges that some people have trouble with their language, literacy and numeracy skills. Common challenges students face are not being able to make sense of the words on a page or struggling to solve simple math's equations.
At Training Unlimited we understand that no two learners are the same, and we adapt our training delivery to support a variety of learning styles so that every student feels supported, confident and capable throughout their learning journey.
Visits are scheduled by the allocated Training Specialist two months in advance.
When a visit is scheduled a calendar invitation is sent to confirm the details and for the Trainee to acknowledgement and confirm their attendance.
The Centre Manager is also included in the calendar invitation where possible, so they are aware of the visit date and time, information on the visit content and expectations prior to the visit. This also allows the Centre manager to Support Trainees in between visits.
Cancellation Visits - Should a Trainee be unable to attend a scheduled visit for any reason it is their responsibility to inform their Training Specialist and reschedule the visit.
Progress reports are sent to Corporate partners monthly to show the progression of the Trainees.
Training Unlimited pride ourselves on fair and valid marking processes for assessment tasks, but also a fast turn-around on marking. Assessment tasks are typically marked and returned to the Trainee with feedback within 7 business days.
We’re committed to delivering industry-relevant, highly practical training. Our Training Specialists are compassionate, mindful professionals who keep their skills current by completing regular professional development for both industry and teaching currency, they bring a powerful combination of hands-on experience and up-to-date knowledge, ensuring our students learn from true industry specialists.
Training Specialists all hold the qualifications in which they are training and upgrade these with each qualification change
Training Specialists all hold the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Training Specialists complete a Professional Development Plan each calendar year in consultation with management
I'm a Tassie girl who grew up in Penguin on the North-West Coast of Tasmania. I have over 6 years' experience in the ECEC industry and a strong academic foundation including holding a four-year bachelor's degree in early childhood teaching. Throughout my career, I have developed a deep passion for evidence-informed and authentic approaches to early education. I strongly believe in creating inclusive, developmentally appropriate learning environments that nurture each child's sense of self, belonging, and curiosity about the world. In my role at Training Unlimited, I am committed to delivering high-quality training and mentorship that empowers learners to grow in confidence, capability, and professional excellence within the ECEC sector. I am absolutely thrilled to be delivering Training Unlimited' s services here in Tasmania and to walk alongside our trainees as they begin their journey to become prepared, knowledgeable, and passionate educators.
To discuss an ECEC qualification course, or organise training for your staff members, contact us below or call Alyssa via on 0438 457 316 or 08 6493 4777 and we will provide you with the best training options to cater for your needs -