Infection ControlAcademy Australia

For childcare and early childhood educators

Infection Control Training for Childcare Workers

Two routes to the same certificate: the full course and assessment, or the assessment only for experienced workers. Pay A$39 only when you pass.

  • 100% online
  • Written for childcare & early learning
  • Complete at your own pace
  • Certificate names your sector
Recommended for new starters

Full course + assessment

9 modules on hand hygiene, PPE, cleaning, spills, waste and outbreaks, then the assessment. Free to study, with your progress saved.

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For experienced workers

Assessment only

Already trained or working in the field? Demonstrate your knowledge in a 20-question assessment based on Australian national guidelines.

Start the assessment

Both lead to the same certificate · 80% pass mark · A$39 only after you pass · verifiable ID and QR code

Content last reviewed October 2026.

Early childhood educator sitting with young children

A$39

One-off payment · No subscription

  • About 30–40 minutes
  • 9 modules
  • 20-question assessment
  • Phone, tablet or computer

Learning outcomes

What you'll be able to do

  • Explain how infections spread and how to break the chain
  • Clean your hands at the right moments, the right way
  • Choose, put on and remove PPE safely
  • Clean and disinfect surfaces and shared equipment
  • Manage spills, waste, linen and sharps
  • Recognise and report possible outbreaks
  • Apply infection control to childcare & early learning tasks
  • Know when to stay home and who to tell

Skills you'll gain

Hand hygienePPE donning & doffingStandard precautionsCleaning & disinfectionSpill managementWaste & sharpsOutbreak responseChildcare & Early Learning

Content is based on the NHMRC Australian Guidelines for the Prevention and Control of Infection in Healthcare and sector guidance, with sources listed on every module.

Audience

Who is this training for?

Young children touch everything and are still learning hygiene, so infections move fast in early learning services. This course applies infection control to the routines of your day.

Early childhood educators

Long day care and preschool.

Family day care educators

Care in the educator's home.

OSHC staff

Before and after school care.

Cooks and kitchen staff

Preparing children's meals.

Nannies and babysitters

Care in families' homes.

Students and new starters

Preparing for placements and first roles.

More for your role: Infection control in childcare guide

Why it matters

Why infection control matters in childcare & early learning

Gastroenteritis, hand, foot and mouth disease, colds and conjunctivitis spread quickly among young children and to staff and families. The National Quality Standard covers children's health and safety, and the NHMRC's Staying healthy guide is the main practical reference.

  • Nappy changes and toileting
  • Wiping noses and faces
  • Preparing and serving food
  • Cleaning toys and play areas
  • Rest time and bedding
  • Handling unwell children
  • Spills of vomit or urine
  • Teaching handwashing

How it works

Learn first, pay last

  1. 1

    Complete the course — or go to the assessment

    Work through the nine modules at your own pace. Already experienced? Go directly to the assessment.

  2. 2

    Pass the assessment

    20 multiple-choice questions, 80% to pass. Unlimited attempts — a retry keeps your answers and flags only what to review.

  3. 3

    Enter your details and pay A$39

    Add the name for your certificate and pay securely on our site.

  4. 4

    Get your certificate

    Download it straight away. A copy is emailed to you, with an ID and QR code employers can verify.

Course content

9 focused modules

  1. 01How infections spread
  2. 02Hand hygiene
  3. 03Personal protective equipment
  4. 04Respiratory hygiene
  5. 05Cleaning and disinfection
  6. 06Blood and body fluid spills
  7. 07Waste, linen and sharps
  8. 08Precautions and outbreaks
  9. 09Infection control in childcareChildcare & Early Learning

Ready to take the assessment?

Pass with 80% to unlock your Childcare & Early Learning certificate for A$39. Unlimited attempts.

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Childcare & Early Learning questions

Does this cover family day care and OSHC?+

Yes. The principles apply across long day care, family day care, OSHC and nanny work.

Is this the same as the free child safety training?+

No. Child safety training covers protecting children from harm. This course covers infection control.

How long does it take and what does it cost?+

About 30–40 minutes. The course and assessment are free; the certificate is A$39 after you pass.

General questions about pricing, verification and accreditation status are answered on our FAQ.