Supporting educators, schools and students
Whether you're hiring education professionals or preparing for a placement, background checks are often an important part of working and learning within the Education Sector.
Our screening solutions support Schools, Universities, Training Providers, Educators, and Students with fast, reliable checks designed for Education environments.
For educators and education providers
Schools, Universities, TAFEs, and other Education Providers have a responsibility to create safe learning environments for Students, Staff, and the wider Community.
Background checks can help support recruitment decisions for:
• Teachers
• Education support staff
• Administrative employees
• Contractors
• Volunteers
• Academic staff
WWC vs police check: what is the difference?
Many Education roles require a Working With Children Check (WWC), but a WWC and a police check serve different purposes.
Working with children check (WWC):
• Confirms eligibility to work with children
• Provides a pass or fail outcome
• Monitored by state and territory authorities
police check / police clearance/Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC):
• Provides more comprehensive report of someone's criminal history
• Includes information from all States and Territories
• Supports informed hiring decisions
• Offers additional screening beyond WWC requirements
While a WWC is often mandatory, many Schools and Education Providers choose to obtain a police check because it provides greater visibility when assessing candidates.
For students
Many Students are required to obtain a police check before commencing their studies:
• Teaching placements
• Early childhood placements
• School-based internships
• Education support placements
• Practical learning programs
To help make screening more accessible, eligible Students can access a discounted Student rate through CrimCheck.
Why do students need a police check?
Placement providers often require Students to complete screening before entering Educational environments and working alongside children, educators, and school staff.
Obtaining your police check early can help avoid delays when placement opportunities become available.
Discounted police checks for students
We understand that Students are often balancing study costs, placement requirements, and everyday expenses. That's why eligible students can access discounted police checks through CrimCheck, helping them meet placement requirements without unnecessary financial burden.
Why CrimCheck?
