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Phasing in the Check
The Working with Children (WWC) Check commenced in April 2006. At the time of its commencement, it was agreed that the WWC Check be phased in over a period of five years, from 2006 – 2011. This allowed time for people engaged in the different types of child-related work to apply for a WWC Check by the relevant date. As at 1 July 2011, the phasing in of the different types of child-related work is complete and the WWC Check is fully implemented.
All people engaged in child-related work are now required to apply for a WWC Check prior to beginning duties.
To view the list of the different types of child-related work refer to the List of Occupational Fields.
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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