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Thinking about a career working with children? A quality Early Childhood course is your gateway to this rewarding profession. When you’re exploring a career in early childhood education, enrolling in an Early Childhood course is the crucial first step.  But what does this involve?  This comprehensive guide to ‘what does a child care course involve’ […]

Working in the early childhood sector offers a rewarding career option that enables you to support children through their most critical years of development. This is why passionate early childhood educators are essential to the sector and need to take the necessary steps on how to become a child care worker.  Also known as early […]

Regional learners face unique challenges when it comes to training for a rewarding career. From limited access to training facilities to finding the balance between earning a living and studying, these barriers can make achieving qualifications feel daunting.  That’s why we’ve tailored our approach to ensure regional learners can overcome these hurdles and thrive to […]

The demand for qualified Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) professionals in Australia has never been higher. In fact, approximately 21,000 more qualified early childhood educators are needed to meet current demand, not to mention the growing need. This is especially true in regional communities across Victoria, where workforce shortages present unique challenges but also […]

Pathways to a rewarding career in Early Childhood Education There is a growing demand for qualified educators to nurture children in the early childhood education sector — and rest assured, this is a rewarding pathway with plenty of career opportunities to explore. Embarking on a career in early childhood education means more than just entering […]

Supporting regional Early Childhood Educators with flexible workplace training Regional and rural learners across Australia face unique challenges in accessing quality education and training, especially in the early childhood sector. Here at Practical Outcomes, we continually strive to support our learners to overcome barriers by providing accessible, high-quality training. Whether you’re living regionally and aspiring […]

Embarking on a course career in early childhood education is an exciting journey, but it often requires balancing work, study and personal life commitments such as family, friends, hobbies and more. At Practical Outcomes, we recognise the importance of maintaining this equilibrium and offer an understanding approach to early childhood education training to support your […]

Nature is one of the best places for kids to spark curiosity and connection, but it doesn’t have to mean taking them out into the wilderness. Any natural spot will do – parks, playgrounds and community spaces are perfect for encouraging outdoor play. The benefits of nature play Nature play has a huge range of […]

Neurodiversity is an umbrella term that refers to a variety of differences in the way our brains process information and our behavioural traits. When we refer to a person as being neurodiverse, this is often due to them living with autism or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), or similar. Neurodiversity is […]