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Connecting with Nature in Early Childhood Education
Nature is one of the best places for kids to spark curiosity and connection, but it doesn’t have to mean taking them out into the wilderness. Any na...
Read MoreNeurodiverse Friendly Environment in Child Care
Neurodiversity is an umbrella term that refers to a variety of differences in the way our brains process information and our behavioural traits. When ...
Read MoreCelebrate Harmony Day in Child Care
Conversations about togetherness and inclusivity are vital in early childhood settings, and Harmony Day is a great opportunity. Celebrated across Aust...
Read More5 Things I Wish I Knew Before my First Day
Your first day of a new role in the workplace, let alone an entirely new career, can see you experience the full range of emotions. From nervousness to excitement, uncertainty to pride and everything in between. To help you feel prepared before your first day of a new job in early childhood education […]
Read MoreThe TOP FAQs about studying early childhood education
If you’re thinking about studying a new course in early childhood education and care, you might have some questions on your mind. These might be specific questions like how long will my course take? or more abstract questions like will I be able to do it? Being informed can make you feel a […]
Read MoreDebunking 5 myths about working in early childhood
Working in early childhood education is just like babysitting, right? This myth along with plenty of others can give people an incorrect idea about what a career in early childhood education has to offer — and its important role in communities. If you’ve heard rumours that are stopping you from wanting to pursue […]
Read MoreVET: A proven pathway to in-demand ECEC jobs
Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses are developed with the specific goal of employment in mind, and with high job demand in early childhood education and care, there has never been a better time to discover what vocational training has to offer. Making sure your training prepares you to find meaningful employment after you graduate […]
Read MoreIndependent skills providers trusted by 87.1% of learners
A recent report from the Independent Tertiary Education Council of Australia (ITECA) shows that 4.3 million learners were in training during the pandemic. Of those, an impressive 87.1% of the total number enrolled with independent skills training providers. That is, like us at Practical Outcomes! Training turned to in tough times Looking back at […]
Read MoreExploring the ECEC National Workforce Census results
The latest National Workforce Census gives us a wealth of information to gain a well-rounded understanding of the early childhood education sector. At a moment when early childhood education and care faces distinct challenges and ongoing staff crises, the insights provided by the latest National Workforce Census help us to draw a detailed picture of […]
Read MoreNow’s the time to become an in-demand early childhood educator
Employment, training and in-demand roles have had a spotlight shone on them as a result of Labor’s Jobs and Skills Summit taking place in early September, 2022. According to Government projections, Australia’s workforce faces a skills shortage in key sectors — and an influx of qualified workers are needed. With early childhood education right near […]
Read MoreExploring university pathways from early childhood education
Sometimes it feels like going to university is the only pathway to success, but that’s just not true. You might already know that going to uni doesn’t feel right for you, or maybe you want to get into uni but don’t have a high enough ATAR score. Whatever it is, don’t worry – there are […]
Read MoreApplying your skills to a career in early childhood education
If you’re considering an early childhood education career you might be asking yourself: will I be good at this? Do I have the skills to succeed? And will any of my current skills apply to my new job? Whatever your previous fields of work were, chances are you already have a number of transferrable skills […]
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