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Would you like more information about Working with Children Checks? Workshops are held regularly. To register your attendance to any of the workshops or register your interest in attending a session in a non-metropolitan area please email WWCEvents@dcp.wa.gov.au or contact (08) 6217 8100 or 1800 883 979.

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Welcome to the Working with Children Check Website for Western Australia

The Working with Children Check (WWC Check) is a comprehensive criminal record check for certain people working with children in Western Australia.

The WWC Check aims to increase the safety of children in our community by helping to prevent people who have a criminal history that indicates they may harm children from working with children.

Information on our website is currently being updated. Please contact the Working with Children Screening Unit if you have any questions.

The review of the WWC Act. Click here for more information.

Are you moving or working between states? For more information click here.

Has a new employee, volunteer or student who already has a WWC Card started child-related work at your organisation? Let us know by clicking here.

How much does a WWC Check cost? Click here for more information.

The WWC Card lasts for 3 years
Once obtained you can use your WWC Card for any paid or voluntary child-related work
It is compulsory for people in child-related work in WA. People not in child-related work must not apply for this check
It is different to a National Police Check
You can start or continue child-related work with your receipt from Australia Post with some exceptions
WWC Checks are only one way employers can ensure their organisation is child safe/child friendly.

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Welcome to the Working with Children Check Website for Western Australia