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South Australia Course Offerings and Funding Eligibility
Understanding funding options can be a bit daunting, but don’t worry! The following guide is designed to answer your questions about the various funding opportunities available across the states we currently operate in. This includes information on government subsidies, grants, and any other financial support mechanisms that can help make your educational journey more affordable and accessible.
Each state has its unique set of rules and eligibility criteria for student funding in Early Childhood Education. Whether you’re a recent high school graduate, a career changer, or someone looking to upskill, we aim to provide you information to help you navigate the funding landscape. Please note that this information is a guide only as individual situations may vary.
Funding Types
We offer the following funding types for students in South Australia
For eligible students, Funded Activities Traineeship provides financial assistance to reduce the cost of training for qualifications in Early Childhood Education. This funding is available for both new and existing workers.
FUNDED ACTIVITIES TRAINEESHIP
About the funding:
- Funded Activities refers to training programs subsidised by the state government to enhance the skills of the workforce. Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) must hold a Funded Activities Agreement (FAA) with the Minister for Education, Training and Skills to deliver such subsidised training.
FEE FOR SERVICE
About this option:
- Fee For Service is an option for students who do not meet the eligibility criteria for government funded training.
- Fee For Service still has eligibility requirements.
- The delivery of our Fee For Service training is the same as our other offerings.
Delivery Method
Our training is designed to be flexible and accessible
Workplace-Based
Training, assessment, and mentoring are conducted at the student’s workplace.
Online Learning Platform
Engaging and interactive with videos, case studies, and downloadable resources.
Seamless Assessment Submission
Assessments are submitted electronically for swift feedback from trainers.
Practical Skills Focus
Emphasizing practical work-based training to ensure readiness for real-world scenarios.
Course Assessment
Our assessment methods include
- Theoretical assessments
- Practical observations
- Written and verbal questions
- Case studies
- Practical work-based support and assessments
Get started with a Smart & Skilled traineeship
Traineeship Process for SA Funded Activities Traineeship
- The educator needs to be signed up by an apprenticeship centre.
- KKTC will receive notification of the traineeship.
- The student will be issued an enrolment form to complete.
- Students will need the following documents for enrolment:
- Proof of Date of Birth (Driver’s License Front)
- Proof of Citizenship/Right to Work (Birth Certificate, Medicare Card)
- Proof of Address (Driver’s License Back)
- Working With Children Check
- Credit Transfers (if enrolling in a Diploma)
- Unique Student Identifier (USI)
- Once all documents and assessments are completed, the student will receive their welcome letter and will be ready to begin.