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Celebrate Harmony Day in Child Care

Celebrate Harmony Day in Child Care

Wednesday, March 20, 2024

Conversations about togetherness and inclusivity are vital in early childhood settings, and Harmony Day is a great opportunity. Celebrated across Australia on March 21 every year, Harmony Day is dedicated to promoting diversity, inclusivity, and togetherness in communities. For early childhood educators, celebrating Harmony Day in child care is an opportunity to create meaningful exploration […]

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Survey shows success of our online early childhood education courses

Survey shows success of our online early childhood education courses

Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Quality training in early childhood education is all about supporting learners in achieving a rewarding career in the sector.  Our latest NCVER VET Student Outcomes Survey 2023 reflects an outstanding endorsement from our learners, confirming that we’re not just meeting the needs of the sector but exceeding them with our online early childhood education courses. […]

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Government funding – what does it mean and who is eligible?

Government funding – what does it mean and who is eligible?

Saturday, February 10, 2024

At Practical Outcomes, we understand the importance of breaking down barriers to education. Our guide is designed to demystify government funding, helping you embark on your learning journey with confidence and clarity.   What is government-funded training? Let’s start by defining ‘government funded training’. This term refers to the financial support provided by the government […]

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Create the perfect child care cover letter (template included)

Create the perfect child care cover letter (template included)

Wednesday, February 7, 2024

First impressions can last, and when you’re applying for roles in your chosen career path making a good first impression is especially important. Often your cover letter and resume are your big opportunity to stand out from the beginning. With this in mind, a thoughtfully written child care cover letter can be the key to […]

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Write the perfect early childhood education resume (Template included)

Write the perfect early childhood education resume (Template included)

Tuesday, January 23, 2024

To excel in early childhood education, it’s all about having both the right qualifications and a genuine passion for helping children flourish. On top of that, you’ll need a well-crafted early childhood education resume that highlights your commitment and abilities in this fulfilling career. Creating an effective CV is a crucial part of anyone’s job […]

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Being SunSmart in early childhood education centres

Being SunSmart in early childhood education centres

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

As early childhood educators, our number one goal is to create a safe and nurturing environment for children to play, learn, and grow. When it comes to the warmer months in particular, an important aspect of providing care for children centres around being SunSmart in early childhood education. In Australia, the sun’s rays can be […]

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Building an awesome Advent calendar

Building an awesome Advent calendar

Monday, November 27, 2023

As early childhood educators, nurturing children’s curiosity and creativity is always front of mind. With the festive period upon us, this is the perfect time to learn how to build an awesome Advent calendar. As with many events on the cultural calendar, Christmas has a range of traditions you can explore. One that can be […]

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The benefits of nursery rhymes for children

The benefits of nursery rhymes for children

Wednesday, November 8, 2023

Twinkle, Twinkle, I’m a Little Teapot, Jack and Jill — most of us have a favourite nursery rhyme and chances are we have known a few since childhood. For generations, nursery rhymes have been a beloved part of childhood and in early childhood education they can play an important role. Nursery rhymes and in fact all […]

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Celebrate Halloween in Early Childhood Education with DIY costume ideas

Celebrate Halloween in Early Childhood Education with DIY costume ideas

Friday, October 20, 2023

Helping children develop their creative minds is one of the most important aspects of early childhood education, and with so many families in Australia embracing the excitement of Halloween, making your own Halloween costumes is a great activity for children to do in early learning services. While store-bought Halloween costumes can be wasteful and expensive, […]

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