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When to Apply
When to Apply
The Working with Children (WWC) Check is now fully implemented. If you are required under the Working with Children Act 2005 (the Act) to pass the WWC Check, you must now apply before you undertake child-related work or you be be subject to penalties under the Act.
Contacts
Working with Children Check Unit
Department of Justice
GPO Box 1915
Melbourne VIC 3001
Information Line: 1300 652 879
Hours of operation are 8:30am - 5pm weekdays (excluding public holidays)
If you need an interpreter please call the Translating and Interpreting Service on 13 1450 and have them contact the WWC Check Information Line on 1300 652 879.
Email: workingwithchildren@justice.vic.gov.au
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