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An early childhood education career after Year 12
You’ve completed Year 12 and are realising that high school is well and truly behind you now! No doubt you’re thinking ‘What’s next?’. Finis...
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What is the difference between RTOs and TAFE?
If you have been researching early childhood education Certificates and Diplomas, you have probably noticed that they are delivered by a number of Voc...
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Studying early childhood education: are you ready?
Demand for high quality educators for the early childhood sector continues to grow. A career in early childhood education is perfect for those wanting...
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Infection control training in early childhood education
Infection control protocols in the early childhood education and care (ECEC) workplaces are imperative in protect the health and wellbeing of educators, children and families. For these centres to thrive, they need to create an environment that makes everyone who attends the service feel safe and confident. This is especially important in light of COVID-19, […]
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Learner experience: A career in school age education
If guiding children as they develop, grow and learn through play sounds like a rewarding way to spend your time, pursuing qualifications in school age education could set you on the right career path. Studying School Aged Education and Care (SAEC) can open doors to an important career in Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) and […]
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COVIDSafe overview for early childhood services
The return to early childhood education has been exciting and a relief for many children, educators, parents and services. Overcoming the challenges of 2020 to reunite in early childhood education services has been rewarding, allowing many to return to work and get back to the routines they value. To continue to remain open while protecting […]
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A focus on lifelong learning this Children’s Week
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 […]
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The importance of emotional intelligence in early childhood
Intelligence is a quality that is highly sought after in people, and in today’s society it is now known to extend beyond a person’s ability to solve complex mathematics problems, use a large vocabulary or achieve high marks in school. In fact, it is generally agreed that there are many types of intelligence, covering a […]
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A focus on school age education and care
While early childhood education careers are well-known and often discussed, school age education and care is another rewarding and enjoyable career path available to those who are keen to work with children. Caring for children aged around 5 to 12 years, a role in school age education and care (SAEC) revolves around providing support and […]
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Healthy eating enhances early childhood
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 […]
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Wage incentives to support early learning centres
New wage subsidies for traineeships and young job seekers could help you expand your team and help boost the economy post-pandemic if you’re eligible. JobMaker Hiring Credit The JobMaker Hiring Credit is an incentive for businesses to take on additional young job seekers. This will help young people access job opportunities as the economy recovers. […]
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Taking care for Mental Health Month
This October 10 was World Mental Health Day, as well as Mental Health Month throughout October in Victoria — both timely reminders that taking care of yourself and others should be a priority. Raising awareness of the mental health issues that affect people all over Australia is the aim of World Mental Health Day and […]
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