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*Original source: Early Childhood Australia’s Every Child magazine, article titled “Understanding imitation and educator wellbeing”, author Alana Evans (Vol. 26, #3). As an early childhood educator, being a role model to children is an essential part of the job. To be a positive role model, it’s important that educators ensure they are capable of showing […]

When it comes to gaining qualifications, the focus should be on the learner first and foremost. This is the key message carried within human-centred education — an approach to learning that puts the individual at the centre of their own learning experience. At Practical Outcomes, we believe that human-centred education is a better way forward […]

Feeling nervous about practical placement? Like any new experience, starting your work placement could feel a little overwhelming. But don’t worry — with the right preparation for your practical placement, you can feel confident and ready to get started. Practical, hands-on learning experiences are an essential part of your early childhood education course. We incorporate […]

Practical training is vital for many jobs that require hands-on skills, and early childhood education is one of them. While learning through theory is an essential for any course, practical placement is a requirement of early childhood education qualifications and plays a significant role in getting you the highest possible quality of training. Putting your […]

Intelligence is a quality that is highly sought after in people, and in today’s society it is now known to extend beyond a person’s ability to solve complex mathematics problems, use a large vocabulary or achieve high marks in school. In fact, it is generally agreed that there are many types of intelligence, covering a […]

Soft skills are often regarded as integral for workplace success, with many early childhood education employers considering them just as important as hard skills. The combination of emotional intelligence, personal attributes like patience and responsibility, as well as communication and social skills, are examples of soft skills which can equip you to thrive in the […]