Fast childcare courses endanger Australian children, experts warn

Experts are warning that fast-tracked childcare courses may be endangering children due to concerns about the quality of training. This follows the arrest of a childcare worker on over 70 child abuse charges. The concerns stem from the rapid expansion of short childcare courses, some as brief as 10 months, often attracting international students seeking permanent residency. These courses are replacing traditional four-year degrees. Critics claim some courses are "worthless" and that the quality of graduates is declining. A review has been launched into Southern Cross University's program, which has seen a surge in international student enrollment.