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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 to […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

Feeling cared for and learning through play are among the rights that every child deserves. Children should have the chance to enjoy their childhood and feel supported by parents, carers, communities and, importantly, early childhood education providers. Each year Children’s Week dedicates itself to celebrating the needs, rights and achievements of children, while strongly advocating for the United […]

To support the rapid growth and development children experience in early childhood, healthy eating is vital. Not only can good nutrition promote appropriate growth and development for children during their early years, it can also impact their behaviour and wellbeing. Education, support and access to healthy foods works alongside physical activity to ensure children get […]