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Top ways Practical Outcomes make getting qualified easier for regional learners
Regional learners face unique challenges when it comes to training for a rewarding career. From limited access to training facilities to finding the b...
Read MoreGrowing demand for early childhood educators in regional Victoria
The demand for qualified Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) professionals in Australia has never been higher. In fact, approximately 21,000 mor...
Read MorePathways to a fulfilling career in Early Childhood Education
Pathways to a rewarding career in Early Childhood Education There is a growing demand for qualified educators to nurture children in the early childho...
Read More4 tips to adjust to study after a gap year
If you’re returning to study after a gap year or even after time away for parenting, travel or other life commitments, study might seem like a big task. But with the right trainer and support, you’ve got this! There’s no “right” way to approach studying. Some people get stuck into a course right after graduating […]
Read MoreCelebrating Australia: Why growing up in Australia is so great
There are many things to be proud of and celebrating Australia, from our picturesque landscapes to our multicultural society and belief in a fair go for all. Working in child care it is fun and educational to get involved in celebrating Australia and what makes our country so wonderful. Celebrating Australia and all it has […]
Read MoreFinding a job when you’ve moved to Australia
So you’ve moved to Australia and you want to live and work in the beautiful land down under — but where to begin? No matter which stage you’re at in the process of migrating and starting a new life, finding work in Australia can feel overwhelming but you can do it! If you’re ready to […]
Read MoreChoosing a course or career (when you don’t know what to do)
Finishing high school is both an exciting and challenging time in your time. You’ve just closed one chapter and are on your way to beginning the journey into the ‘real world’ and adulthood. Many people expect you to know exactly what you want to do next in your life, but the truth is, very few […]
Read MoreUnderstanding children’s temperament and personalities
All adults were children once and just like adults, children’s temperament and personalities can vary a lot. That’s why learning how to understand temperament can be useful. When assessing a child’s temperament, there are nine basic temperament traits to consider. These temperament traits are: Activity level: how physically active a child tends to be Distractibility: […]
Read MoreHandling a child’s temper and tantrums
All adults were children once and just like adults, children’s temperament and personalities can vary a lot. Working in child care settings, you’re likely to care for children with many different personalities, including handling a child’s temper from time to time. Coming face to face with child’s temper tantrum can be confronting and upsetting, as […]
Read MoreIdentifying potential behavioural issues in children
The emotional development of children is complex. While working as a child care professional, you will encounter children with a range of personalities and temperaments. These children will come from many different cultures and upbringings and will exhibit different behaviours. In your role as a carer, you may be able to identify behavioural issues in […]
Read MoreStart studying — here’s how
If you’ve done your research and chosen an RTO that can deliver the course and career outcomes you are after, it’s time to start studying! Enrolling in a course is exciting. No doubt you’ve selected the course you want to do, but there are a couple of other things to do next before you get […]
Read MoreHow to choose the right RTO for you
RTO stands for Registered Training Organisation, and there are many of them to choose from when you’re ready to start studying. When it’s time to choose an RTO you’ll need to think about which one is going to get you the best outcome and suit your needs. Which RTO should I choose? There are thousands […]
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