Chin Chin, mother of two, works at a Ballarat childcare centre while completing her early childhood qualification with Chisholm TAFE.

Chin Chin reading a book to children

When she started her traineeship, she was nervous as she hadn’t studied in 20 years. But with paid on-the-job training combined with online studies she’s discovered it’s never too late to learn.

Her employer is happy to support enthusiastic trainees like Chin Chin into the early childcare sector. Chin Chin is passionate and energised about her new career and feels it’s given her a brighter future.

" I haven't studied for the last 20 years, but you're never too late to learn. I receive lots of achievement daily. I learn from the kids."

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