Families and Communities

Addressing Behavioural Concerns with Families

The "Parenting Today in Victoria" study highlighted the pivotal role early years educators play in parents' lives. Yet, many educators find it challenging to bridge the gap. A staggering 98% of educators in a 2016 Parenting Research Centre survey expressed the need for training in partnering with families, especially in conducting meaningful conversations with parents.

To achieve the best outcomes for children, building respectful and collaborative relationships with their families is paramount. Join parenting and behaviour consultant Michelle Cuthbertson in this transformative course where you will:

  • Embrace the core values of genuine consultation and collaboration, positioning families as shared decision-makers.
  • Delve into contemporary parenting practices and understand the challenges many families encounter in guiding their child's behaviour.
  • Reflect on your daily interactions with families and discover ways to seamlessly integrate partnership practices into these ongoing relationships.
  • Master strategies to connect and communicate effectively with families, particularly when addressing children's behaviours of concern.
  • Equip yourself with the tools and knowledge to foster deeper connections and collaborations with families, ensuring a holistic approach to early childhood education.

National Quality Standard Areas

Area 1 – Educational Program Practice

Area 5 – Relationships with children

Area 6 – Collaborative partnerships with families and communities

Available Dates

  • Thu, 16 May 24Book now

    Date: Thursday, 16 May 2024
    Time: 01.30am - 03.30pm
    Delivery Method: Webinar
    Venue: Webinar

  • Wed, 12 June 24Book now

    Date: Wednesday, 12 June 2024
    Time: 01.30am - 03.30pm
    Delivery Method: Webinar
    Venue: Webinar

Relationships with Children

Emotion Coaching And Self-regulation - Webinar (2.5hr)

Relationships expert Michelle Cuthbertson will help participants to discover the principles of emotion coaching and self-regulation and how to use associated strategies in your day-to-day relationships with all children, including those who present with behaviours of concern.  

Delivery Method:

Webinar

NQS Areas:

1, 5

Child relationshipsCommunicationBehaviourSelf-regulationOOSH

Available Dates

Thu, 16 May 24

Tue, 04 Jun 24

Relationships with Children

An Introduction to the Circle of Security for Early Educators - Webinar

Learn strategies to strengthen relationships with children, and reconsider responses to children's emotions and behaviour with licensed Circle of Security facilitator Michelle Cuthbertson. 

Delivery Method:

Webinar

NQS Areas:

1, 4, 5

Child relationshipsBehaviour

Available Dates

Tue, 04 Jun 24

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