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    Working in childcare means you’ll more than likely come across children who are unwell from time to time, but a little knowledge can go a long way. Learn how to identify an illness and find out the right steps to take care of the child – and how to prevent germs from spreading. […]

With tablets and televisions in almost every home and learning space, children don’t play outside as much as they used to. While tablets and televisions certainly have a place, outdoor play is an essential element of children’s physical and social development. Getting outside can benefit children’s wellbeing, not to mention be part of making some […]

Enhancing your industry knowledge and skills is always a good thing. And it’s even better when you discover training tax deductions! Did you know you could potentially claim your next course at tax time? Enrol in a course that is relevant to your work before June 30 and it can count as a work-related expense. […]

Jobs and industry growth can often feel uncertain these days, but child care is a booming industry that you can count on for a future-proof career. Now is the time to look into child care courses, and get ready to join Australia the country’s ever-growing industry. In fact, it is anticipated that the child care […]

Deciding on a career working with children is exciting, and it’s important to take the right steps to get to where you want to be. Choosing a training provider is a vital part of this journey. Once you’ve discovered the qualifications you need for your desired job outcome, it’s time to choose a registered training provider […]

Easter is a super eggciting time for children! Between Easter bunnies and chocolate eggs, there’s plenty to love, but these Easter activities in child care can add some extra fun to this time of year. To give you an idea of what you can do with children in your care, we’ve compiled some eggcellent activities […]

As the weather cools down, flu vaccination becomes a hot topic. No one wants to get the flu, but what’s the best way of avoiding it? There’s no silver bullet, but the flu vaccination is an option that you could consider. First things first, learning more about the flu can help you make an informed […]

  The demand for child care services in Australia has increased dramatically in recent years. Today, more than 1.2 million children attend around 17,000 government-approved child care services nationwide. As such, a child care career is a smart career path to choose! Like all industries, working in child care comes with a unique set of […]

What do children want from their child care providers? Surprisingly, this important question isn’t asked often. We think it’s important though, seeing as children are the ones who spend the most time with child care providers and will feel the impact of their approach most. Employers, parents and co-workers opinions aside, today we’re asking what’s […]