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From Regional Diploma Student to a Bachelor’s Degree in Teaching: Alana Stockdale’s Journey
For Alana Stockdale, early childhood education wasn’t always the plan. “I initially started off in aged care… then I fell pregnant with my son,â...
Read MoreMore Than a Qualification: Why Quality Training Matters in Early Childhood Education
In early childhood education and care (ECEC), qualifications play a vital role. They support compliance, meet regulatory requirements, and open pathwa...
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Scholarship Available for Diploma of Early Childhood Education in Victoria
Learners currently studying the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care may be eligible for additional government support to help ease the finan...
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7 ways to protect children from online bullying
Online bullying affects around 20% of Australian children, though there are potentially more who do not tell others what they are experiencing. This is why it’s so essential that educators know how to take action against online bullying in children and protect young people. Working with children, we have the privilege of being able to […]
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Spotting the signs of online bullying
With at least 1 in 5 young Australians under the age of 18 being victims of bullying each year, learning to spot the signs is vital. Spotting the signs of online bullying can be tricky, but there are some things you can do as a carer, teacher, educator or parent. The secret world of online […]
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What is online bullying?
The internet has brought with it many benefits to our lives. The ability to source endless information, reconnect with old friends near and far and even work from anywhere in the world. Unfortunately, bullying via the internet has become something more common than we would like, so what is online bullying? Online bullying is particularly […]
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Make a new career resolution (and stick to it)
It’s this time of year that we start thinking about the new year and what it could bring. Many people (around half of us) find a goal that stands out above the rest and call it a New Years resolution. Why not make it a new career resolution this year? While many believe that New […]
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School leavers choosing a career after high school
Completing year 12 and graduating from high school is an incredible achievement. It signals the end of a stressful, busy year for young people. It’s not surprising that school leavers choosing a career to pursue after secondary school can still be up in the air even once graduation is done. Many students finish high school […]
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White Christmas fun in Aussie summer!
All over the world, children associate Christmas with Santa Claus, his reindeer, snowmen and the North Pole. Christmas songs, movies and stories usually take place in the Northern Hemisphere, where Christmas happens in the winter. For this reason, children in Australia are aware of a concept of a White Christmas despite our festive period taking […]
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Four ways animals improve children’s development
Whether it’s a fish, a ferret, a rabbit, a dog or a cat, children tend to want to have an animal in their lives. This is great, when you consider that animals can improve children’s development. However, while getting a puppy for Christmas is most children’s dream, it’s a big commitment. Thankfully, there are many […]
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Finding childcare jobs in Australia
Finding childcare jobs in Australia can sometimes be daunting, frustrating and disappointing. It can feel even more challenging when you don’t have any qualifications or experience. It might come as a surprise to learn that finding child care jobs in Australia isn’t quite so difficult. Last year’s Census produced data showing that child care workers are […]
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Supporting employees to upskill in child care
As human beings we seek out growth and development from a young age. Learning is instinctive and a driving force for us to be the best we can be. Supporting your employees to upskill in child care careers can be an excellent way to motivate them and help them reach their full potential. There are […]
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