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For any team to thrive, effective leadership is essential. This is true for early childhood education too. But what does leadership mean and what exactly are we referring to when we talk about leadership being effective? Having leadership qualities is frequently listed as a prerequisite for jobs, but many have difficulties when it comes to […]

The early learning sector in Australia continues to grow and its importance is becoming increasingly recognised and valued. Alongside this, there is a talent shortage across childcare. The early childhood education sector is in need of more highly trained, dedicated educators. A quality early childhood education workforce To ensure children have access to the best […]

Over the last year or so many have experienced the pandemic and post-pandemic blues. People have reported feeling “in limbo”, “drained” or even just feeling “meh”. While these aren’t what many might typically think of as mental health struggles, they are valid and real challenges that are being faced. The word that has been noted […]

The end of financial year for 2020/21 is nearly here. Did you know that learners can be eligible to make study-related expense claims at tax time? Now is the time to make sure you have everything organised when it comes to tax savings and your studies. On top of deductions related to your course, there […]

*Original source: Early Childhood Australia’s Every Child magazine, article titled “Understanding imitation and educator wellbeing”, author Alana Evans (Vol. 26, #3). As an early childhood educator, being a role model to children is an essential part of the job. To be a positive role model, it’s important that educators ensure they are capable of showing […]

Working in the early childhood education and care sector can provide many rewarding career paths for individuals looking to make positive  impacts in the lives of children during their most crucial years of growth and development. At Practical Outcomes we understand the importance of quality training and education and that’s why our trainers are dedicated […]

Reconciliation Australia’s theme for 2021: More than a word, Reconciliation takes action. This week is an opportunity for all Australians to take time to learn more about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements. National Reconciliation Week is a time to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. The dates for […]

The early childhood education sector is booming, with excellent employment prospects for those choosing to get qualified as educators. Quality education and care in early childhood play a key role in building a strong foundation for a child’s future, and committed educators are essential. A career in early childhood education is one that provides a […]

In the recent budget, the federal government plans to negotiate a new funding agreement to the tune of $1.6 billion to “support continued universal access to at least 15 hours of preschool each week (600 hours per year) for children in the year before they start school”. The new national agreement – to be negotiated […]