In order for your placement to be sourced, pre-placement requirements (security clearance/s, pre-service teacher agreement, and introductory profile must be uploaded to your placement portal (InPlace).
Security clearances
Clearance requirements
It's compulsory when working with children to complete background checks and screening. If you don't have the appropriate clearance, you won't be permitted to commence placement.
State and Territory requirements are updated regularly. You are responsible for ensuring you have all the required clearances and checks in place and are up-to-date.
Please apply for your clearance/s early as the process can take up to three months. In some instances, workshops or training must be completed.
Please refer to the current policy in your State or Territory below.
You must submit copies of all certificates and screenings to the placement portal as soon as possible upon enrolment in a placement unit.
State and Territory policies
ACT |
A Letter of offer is not evidence of your enrolment. Pre-Service teachers need to be registered on the ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) Pre-Service Teacher Register |
NSW | |
NT |
If you are applying for the volunteer concession fee for your working with children clearance (Ochre card) please contact student.central@cdu.edu.au to complete the volunteer organisation section. |
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Overseas |
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AISF |
COVID-19 vaccination
Pre-service teachers must meet the vaccination requirements mandated by the Chief Health Officer and education setting in the state or territory where they are undertaking placement. Please check your local COVID-19 requirements to ensure that you meet the vaccination requirements to attend placement in an education setting.
Pre-service teacher agreement
This important document outlines your responsibilities before and during your education placement. It must be signed and uploaded to your student portal (InPlace) when you enrol in your first placement unit.
Pre-service teacher agreement (PDF, 221.84 KB)
You only need to sign this once, but you should read this before every placement to clarify your responsibilities during professional experience placements.
Introductory profile
Your Introductory Profile is a professional document used to help secure a suitable placement. It acts like a Curriculum Vitae (CV) for your professional experience and is shared with the WIL Education Placement Team and school leaders to match you with an appropriate setting.
When writing your Professional Statement, make sure to:
- Be clear, concise, and relevant
- Highlight your qualifications (e.g., Master of Business, Bachelor of Science)
- Confirm your major and minor teaching areas with your Course Coordinator
- List relevant work history or experience, such as tutoring, school support roles, after-hours school care, volunteering with children’s organisations, or working with students with additional needs.
After each placement, remember to update your profile and upload the revised document to your student placement portal (InPlace).