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Neurodiversity is an umbrella term that refers to a variety of differences in the way our brains process information and our behavioural traits. When we refer to a person as being neurodiverse, this is often due to them living with autism or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), or similar. Neurodiversity is […]

Early Childhood Educators’ Day takes place on Wednesday 6 September, 2023 to acknowledge and celebrate the contribution educators make to the development and early learning of children. Educators play important roles during a vital time in children’s development; nurturing babies, toddlers and preschoolers as they safely explore and discover the world around them and their […]

Are you interested in a career in early childhood education but aren’t sure if it’s the right path for you? Changing from one career to another might seem a little daunting, but if you’re considering switching to early childhood education and care, you might be surprised by how many skills are transferable. If you’ve worked […]

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 […]

Changing careers is a pretty natural progression in life. For many, a career change is a great way to shake things up, feel inspired or discover a new path. In years past, previous generations were less likely to make multiple career changes and tended to pick a career and stick with it. Fast forward to […]

If you’re interested in studying and eventually working in early childhood education and care, you probably know already that it’s a rewarding field to work in. Not only will you have a hand in shaping the next generation, but you’ll also find many opportunities to have fun, be creative, and make a difference along the […]

The journey into a career in early childhood education varies for everyone. Some get started as an educator right from the beginning of their working life, while others might have a variety of other careers before joining the sector. What is often a common thread for those studying or working in early childhood is a […]

The pandemic has proved how deeply we rely on skilled care workers in Australia. The Australian Government’s JobTrainer scheme is intended to support existing care workers to access the resources and training they need, and to provide affordable access to training for first-time learners and those new to the sector. As part of the 2021-22 […]

A new year is often seen as a fresh chance, a new opportunity. When the year comes to a close and a fresh year is set to begin, we naturally begin to reflect. What went right, what wasn’t so great, what worked, what didn’t work and so on. If last year has left you feeling […]