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Job Security in Childcare: What the Data Says About Long-Term Demand
If you’re thinking about starting or continuing a career in early childhood education, one of the big questions you might be asking is: “Will ther...
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What Early Childhood Educators Need to Know About Sleep and Learning
Beyond a daily routine in early childhood settings, naptimes are a vital part of supporting healthy brain development, emotional wellbeing and learnin...
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How New Government Policies Are Creating More Jobs in Early Learning
The early childhood education sector has been undergoing a shift over the last couple of years, and it’s opening the door to more job opportunities ...
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Professional development for childcare centre success
How professional development can transform your childcare centre Childcare centre owners and directors are frequently looking for ways to grow their business. How can your centre stand out among the increasing number of centres popping up everywhere? How can you combat high staff turnover? What is the answer to motivating educators? It may sound surprising, […]
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What can I claim on tax as a student
What can I claim. Student tax time tips The end of the financial year is fast approaching and if you’re currently a student you might be asking yourself ‘ What can I claim? ’. Depending on the purpose of your training, there are some tax deductions to consider that you might not have thought of. […]
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7 MASSIVE benefits of studying childcare courses online
Many of us want to study and get qualified for the workplace, but the thought of fitting in class schedules around existing commitments and life in general is just overwhelming. Thankfully we have a state-of-the-art online learning system that enables students to enjoy all the support of being an on-campus student along with the flexibility […]
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Why upskilling staff will improve your child care business
The definition of upskilling is the process of teaching your current staff additional skills. Upskilling in child care is of the most worthwhile processes you can put in place when managing a child care centre.As a child care centre manager or owner, it is your responsibility to ensure that your team is always on top […]
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Overcome child care industry challenges with professional development
Three of the biggest challenges for child care centres (and how to overcome them) Every industry has its challenges and child care is no exception. Overcoming the child care sector’s biggest trouble spots can be stressful and frustrating for owners and directors of centres, but these challenges can be overcome. It surprises many to find […]
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Upskilling in child care for a better business
As a director or owner of a child care centre, you are probably well aware of the competition in the industry. Many new centres have been popping up across Victoria and all over Australia to meet the demand as more parents continue to return to work and require child care services. Attracting more families is […]
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VET training graduates earn more, are employed faster
Study shows VET graduates are employed faster and earn higher wages When it comes to earning more and readily gaining employment, VET training (vocational education and training) graduates are doing better than their university peers, according to recent research. The study ‘Perceptions are not reality’ by not-for-profit Skilling Australia found that those who had completed VET […]
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Seizure first aid: What to do in an emergency
Whether you’re caring for children or adults, witnessing someone having a seizure can be a frightening experience – especially if you’ve never seen one before. Do you want to know more how to provide seizure first aid in an emergency? Our child care courses prepare students to work in a range of scenarios with young […]
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First aid in the workplace – are you compliant?
As a childcare professional, particularly at a management level, you are aware that the early childhood education industry is highly regulated. First aid in the workplace is essential as is ensuring your centre is compliant in meeting first aid requirements. A first aid qualification at work is a must for any industry, but having a […]
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