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We offer a wide range of nationally recognised Diploma and Certificate level courses, each designed to provide you with the knowledge you need to expand your career opportunities and gain the skills required to jump into an industry you’re passionate about.  Whether you’re looking to find out more about the world of business, help shape the development of young minds or embark on a rewarding career in health, Foundation Education’s online courses make study flexible, engaging and affordable.

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Build your team with nationally recognised ECEC training — at no cost for eligible participants.

Get tailored advice from our dedicated advisor — find out how traineeships could work for your practice.
We will walk you through eligibility, funding, and training options — no obligation.

There may be changes to available funding after 31 December 2025. Act now to avoid missing out.

Why Students Study With Foundation Education

Customised study plans

The flexibility to study at your own pace

Payment options to suit your budget

Dedicated student support to ensure your success with unlimited contact.

Start your course at any time

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DENTAL COURSES

HEALTH COURSES

EDUCATION &
CARE COURSES

HUMAN RESOURCES COURSES

BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT COURSES

PROJECT MANAGEMENT COURSES

HOSPITALITY, TRAVEL & TOURISM COURSES

WORK, HEALTH & SAFETY COURSES

RETAIL COURSES

Why Students Study With Foundation Education

The flexibility to study at your own pace, with unlimited attempts at assignments.

Customised study plans.

Dedicated student support to ensure your success with unlimited contact.

Payment options to suit your budget.

Start your course at any time.

Up until the end of February, Foundation Education will be donating $5 from every enrolment with a goal of reaching $10K to assist those affected by the bushfire disaster. 

Donations will be split between Country Fire Authority (VIC), NSW Rural Fire Service & WIRES Wildlife Rescue.

DELIVERY METHOD

Online, combined with 300 hours of practical work placement^
 12 months

LENGTH

OUTCOMES

Dental Assistant
Dental Radiographer
Dental Sterilsation Nurse
Treatment Coordinator
Dental Receptionist
 
Become a Dental Assistant with specialist radiography skills

Certificate IV in Dental Assisting - Radiography Specialisation

HLT45015

DELIVERY METHOD

Online, combined with 300 hours of practical work placement^
12 months

LENGTH

OUTCOMES

Dental Assistant
Oral Health Advisor
Treatment Coordinator
Dental Sterilsation Nurse
Dental Receptionist
 
Become a Dental Assistant with specialist oral health promotion skills

Certificate IV in Dental Assisting - Oral Health Promotion Specialisation

HLT45015

DELIVERY METHOD

Online, combined with 300 hours of practical work placement^
12 months

LENGTH

OUTCOMES

Dental Assistant
Oral Health Advisor
Dental Radiographer
Dental Hygienist Assistant
Treatment Coordinator
 
Provide an advanced level of assistance by specialising in two key areas of the dental service industry

Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (Radiography and Oral Health Promotion Specialisation)

HLT45015

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Childcare Assistant Course Information

Dental Assistant Course Information

DELIVERY METHOD

Delivered online via our e-learning management system - my eCampus, combined with 240 hours of practical placement in a regulated education and care centre
 24 months

LENGTH

OUTCOMES

Educational Leader

Group Leader

Assistant Director

Centre Director

Nominated Supervisor

 
The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care will teach you how to design and implement curriculum to foster children’s learning and development, facilitate compliance in an education and care service and provide care for children, toddlers and babies.
 
This course also equips you with the business know-how to confidently supervise, manage or own and operate a regulated day-care centre.

Diploma of Early Childhood
Education and Care

CHC50113

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Education Support Course Information

DELIVERY METHOD

Delivered online, combined with 100 hours of work placement
 24 months

LENGTH

OUTCOMES

Teacher Aide/Assistant
Special Needs Teacher Aide
Language or Literacy Worker
Support senior staff in childcare centres to encourage children's learning and development.

Certificate IV in Education Support

CHC40213

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DELIVERY METHOD

Delivered online, combined with 100 hours of work placement
 24 months

LENGTH

OUTCOMES

Teacher Aide/Assistant
Special Needs Teacher Aide
Support Worker

Education Assistant
Inclusion Support Aide

Encourage and facilitate learning as a skilled Teacher Aide

Certificate III in Education Support +
Certificate IV in Education Support

CHC30213 / CHC40213

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Health Admin Course Information

DELIVERY METHOD

Delivered online via our e-learning management system - my eCampus
Up to 12 months

LENGTH

OUTCOMES

Health Administrative Worker

Ward Clerk
Admissions Clerk

Support the administration functions in your workplace and become an effective contributor in public or private medical or health services setting.

Certificate III in Health Administration

HLT37315

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DELIVERY METHOD

Delivered online via our e-learning management system - my eCampus
Up to 12 months

LENGTH

OUTCOMES

Senior Admissions Clerk

Medical Records Team Leader
Health Services Supervisor
Senior Administrative Worker
Senior Ward Clerk

 
Work efficiently in a supervisory position, effectively lead an administration team and provide a high level of patient care.

Certificate IV in Health Administration

HLT47315

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DELIVERY METHOD

Delivered online via our e-learning management system - my eCampus
Up to 12 months

LENGTH

OUTCOMES

Allied Health Assistant

Occupational Therapy Assistant

Provides you with a solid understanding of how to assist with allied health programming, how to interpret basic medical terminology and how to comply with infection prevention and control policies.

Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance

HLT33015

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DELIVERY METHOD

Delivered online via our e-learning management system - my eCampus
Up to 12 months

LENGTH

OUTCOMES

Nutrition Assistant

Allied Health Assistant

 
You will learn how to conduct health care program activities, confirm a patient’s physical health status, interpret and apply medical terminology and follow safe work practices for direct client care.

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Nutrition and Dietetics Specialisation)

HLT43015

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Use leadership and management skills to ensure quality patient care and effectively manage all administration processes in a public or private health care facility.
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Diploma of Practice Management

HLT57715

DELIVERY METHOD

LENGTH

OUTCOMES

Delivered online via our e-learning management system - my eCampus
Up to 12 months
Practice Manager 

Be rewarded with:

  • A $200 Study voucher
  • Your friend will get $200 for the referral
  • Everybody wins.

Your education journey starts here!

Dental Assisting Courses

If you’re looking for a flexible, hands-on career, dental assisting could be a great choice for you.

Our qualifications equip you to work with babies, toddlers and children. 

Childcare Assistant Courses

Learn how to assist in the implementation of planned educational programs, support the development of children’s literacy and so much more.

Education Support Courses

Health Administration Courses

Support the administration functions in your workplace and become an effective contributor in public or private medical or health services setting.

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A $200 Study voucher

 Your friend will get
$200 for the referral

Everybody wins.

Be rewarded with: 

In order to complete the online part of the course you will need regular access to the following: 
Computer: Laptop or desktop computer with working speakers or headphone points 
Internet: High-speed internet such as Broadband or ADSL, T1/T2, fibre optic (Dial-up access is not recommended) 
Windows: Operating system – Windows 8 or above 
Internet Browser: Google Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 
MAC: Operating system - OS X 10.14 Mojave or later Software: Flash, Adobe Reader, Microsoft Word (or Open Office which is free to download).


4000+

Students educated every year!

It's Not Just What We Say

Claire

Foundation Education have been fantastic at helping me achieve my dreams of becoming a dental nurse. Any questions I have had, any time I have needed assistance and wasn’t sure on things, the help and support have always been reassuring and welcomed. Mark did a wonderful job in helping me find a clinic that could take me on for work placement and it ultimately guided me towards an employed position with the clinic so I am very happy. 

Our Vocational Placement Coordinators are dedicated to helping students gain work placement in the industry they’re studying. They’ll go the extra mile to support you in your application to ensure you have the best possible chance of meeting your course’s practical experience requirements.

 Your Vocational Placement Coordinator can review your resume and provide you with guidance on how to apply. If you’re having trouble finding a placement, we’ll liaise with employers on your behalf and help you search for work experience opportunities.

Vocational Placement Team

Secure a fee-free Early Childhood Traineeship before 31 Dec 2025

Fully funded under NSW Smart and Skilled*

NSW ECEC Traineeships offer an on-the-job training solution backed by government funding through the Smart and Skilled Program.*

CHC30121
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care

CHC50121
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Training is designed to suit real-world environments with minimal disruption.
You can train new or existing employees in nationally recognised qualifications — without them leaving the centre.

Practical, flexible training delivery that works around busy centre hours

Minimal business disruption — training is embedded into real work

Get started in just 3 simple steps

Chat with our advisor

We will discuss your practice and training needs in a 10-minute call

1

Check eligibility

We’ll refer you to an Australian Connect Apprenticeship Provider (ACAP) to finalise eligibility and registration*

2

3

Start training

We guide you through paperwork and enrolment

Upskilling strengthens your service. While your educators gain nationally recognised qualifications on the job, your centre benefits from more confident, capable staff — with minimal disruption to daily routines — so you can stay focused on what matters most: delivering quality care and education.

Why more early childhood services are choosing traineeships

Retention: Support educator growth and reduce turnover

Outcomes: Improve learning environments and child outcomes

Capability: Build a qualified, future-ready educator team

Cost: 100% funded training for eligible staff under Smart and Skilled*

Admin: Minimal paperwork — we’ll guide you through it

Smart and Skilled Fee-Free Traineeships are available until 31 December 2025.

After this date, changes may apply. Don’t miss out.

If you’re planning to train new or existing staff, act now to secure funding while it’s still available.*

Request your free consultation

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A cost-free way to grow and retain your early childhood team

No training costs — fully funded under Smart and Skilled*

Improve staff retention and reduce turnover pressure

Hire new educators or upskill your existing team

Build a skilled and reliable talent pipeline

Connect with job-ready, pre-screened candidates

Traineeship courses available:

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Real training. Real employers. Real results.

Train staff to meet your centre’s standards

Certificate III and Diploma options available

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