Childcare Training for International Students in Perth, Australia
Study CRICOS-approved Early Childhood Education and Care training with a supportive Perth-based campus, clear weekly structure, and practical training that connects learning to real Australian early learning settings.
Why international students choose Greenhouse Education
If you’re new to Australian study, you need structure, support, and real practice in early learning settings. That’s exactly how our CRICOS childcare programs are designed.
Our CRICOS-approved childcare courses for international students
Both of these courses are delivered face-to-face at our Perth Campus in Mirrabooka, and are designed for international students who hold, or intend to apply for, an Australian student visa (subclass 500).
Start with CHC30121 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, then progress to CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care to develop advanced skills and prepare for more responsible roles.
Childhood Education and Care
| CRICOS duration: | 52 weeks (1 year) including holidays |
| Work placement: | Minimum 160 hours in an approved early childhood service |
| Fees, Costs & Entry Requirements: | Each course has different entry requirements and costs. Click the link above for full course details. |
Childhood Education and Care
| CRICOS duration: | 52 weeks (1 year) including holidays |
| Work placement: | Minimum 280 hours in an approved early childhood service |
| Fees, Costs & Entry Requirements: | Each course has different entry requirements and costs. Click the link above for full course details. |
How your study works & what to expect
You’ll study with a clear weekly structure and practical learning that connects to real work in Australian early learning settings.
In-class learning
- Face-to-face classroom learning with a clear weekly timetable
- Guided self-study time for readings and assessments
- Regular trainer support so you know what’s next
Work placement in an Australian centre
- Structured work placement in approved early learning services
- Your trainer stays in touch during work placement, so you feel supported in your centre
- We explain the placement plan and assessment expectations before you start
Support from us
- Friendly staff and trainers are available for academic and wellbeing support
- Clear communication, progress support, and timely feedback on assessments to keep momentum
- Established classes with students from many cultures, languages and backgrounds
How to apply as an international student
Ask your agent to contact us, or reach out directly and we’ll connect you with a trusted agent.
Share your passport, transcripts and English scores so we can confirm you meet visa rules.
Pay your enrolment fee so we can finalise your assessment and email you a Conditional Letter of Offer.
Review your offer, sign your acceptance, then pay your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) hold fees to secure your place.
Once your deposit is received and conditions met, we issue your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) so you can apply for a student visa.
Once you receive Visa, attend your orientation session, meet our team and get started
Frequently asked questions
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International Student FAQs
Entry requirements
To apply, you must meet the minimum requirements below:
- Age: at least 18 years at course commencement
- Visa: Student visa (subclass 500) or bridging visa to subclass 500
- English language (minimum):
- IELTS Academic overall 6.0, with no band less than 5.5, or
- PTE Academic equivalent to IELTS 6.0, or
- Successful completion of an approved ELICOS course at the required level
- Work placement & compliance:
- Placement must be in a regulated/approved early childhood education and care service (Greenhouse Education can organise this for you)
- You’ll need to meet placement compliance requirements such as a Working with Children Check and National Police Clearance
Important
These are minimum entry requirements. Meeting them does not guarantee admission; each application is assessed individually.
Full details of accepted English tests and scores are provided in your Letter of Offer and the International Student Handboo.
See full visa eligibility requirements here – https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/student-500#Eligibility
Fees, funding & costs
Support & Locations
Greenhouse delivers classroom-based training at six Perth metro classroom locations, including Mirrabooka, Cockburn, Clarkson, Victoria Park, Ellenbrook and Rockingham, with classes starting regularly throughout the year.
Workplace-based traineeships bring our trainers to centres across the Perth metro area and selected regional locations, with regular on-site visits plus between-visit support by phone or online.
For international students, our approved locations deliver classroom learning with supervised work placement conducted in approved early childhood services across Perth, giving you real-world Australian experience while you study.
Greenhouse Education Mirrabooka
Level 1, Eastbrooke Mirrabooka Health Hub
8 Sudbury Rd
Mirrabooka WA 6061
Greenhouse Education Cockburn
10 Avior Ave
Jandakot WA 6164
Greenhouse Education Clarkson
Level 1, Key Largo Professional Centre
61 Ocean Keys Boulevard
Clarkson, WA 6030
Greenhouse Education Victoria Park
Room 1, Victoria Park Community Centre
248 Gloucester Street
East Victoria Park, WA 6101
Greenhouse Education Rockingham
Mary Davies Library and Community Centre
(Wattlebird and Honey Eater Meeting Rooms)
17 Settlers Ave
Baldivis, WA 6171
Greenhouse Education Ellenbrook
Ellenbrook Youth Centre
Conference Room 1
7 Plaza Turn, Ellenbrook
WA 6069