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Families and Communities

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Recognising Vulnerability to Support Children’s Wellbeing and Development - Webinar

Would you like to feel more confident and capable when working with children and families who are experiencing vulnerability or disadvantage?

During this session, educators will learn how a strengths-based approach to building resilience can support the wellbeing and positive outcomes for children experiencing vulnerability or disadvantage.

Delivery Method:

Webinar

NQS Areas:

1, 4, 5, 6

Child relationshipsChildren and family wellbeingProgrammingFamily relationshipsBehaviour

Upcoming Dates

Wed, 20 Mar 24

Wed, 17 Apr 24

Mon, 13 May 24

Governance

The Law and Regs for Nominated Supervisors - Webinar

This webinar has been designed to help Nominated Supervisors stay ahead in this ever changing climate so that you know your responsibilities and where to find trusted information, and feel confident in supporting your families. 

Delivery Method:

Webinar

NQS Areas:

2, 7

OOSH

Upcoming Dates

Wed, 20 Mar 24

Fri, 12 Apr 24

Wed, 22 May 24

Program and Practice

Nesa Accredited pd

Bringing the EYLF V2.0 to Life: Cultural Responsiveness in Practice

Cultural responsiveness is when “educators demonstrate an ongoing commitment to developing their own cultural knowledge...with children, families and communities.” (AGDE, 2022, p.23) 

  • What does cultural responsiveness look like in practice?  
  • How are multiple cultural ways of knowing explored and responded to in your services?  
  • How will you collaborate with children and families to build a culturally responsive early learning environment? 

Delivery Method:

Webinar

NQS Areas:

1, 5

Early Years Learning FrameworkCulture

Upcoming Dates

Thu, 21 Mar 24

Wed, 24 Apr 24

Thu, 23 May 24

Leadership

The Director's Toolkit: Leadership & Advocacy - Webinar

Participants will delve into the essence of leadership, exploring their roles and the qualities that define an effective leader. They will gain insights into their own unique leadership style, fostering a deeper understanding of how to lead with impact. Additionally, the session will provide an opportunity to discuss current advocacy issues and reflect on your role as an advocate, enhancing your ability to effect change.

Note: This series is only recommended for new directors or those looking for a refresh.

Delivery Method:

Webinar

NQS Areas:

7, 4, 5, 6

LeadershipThe Directors Toolkit

Upcoming Dates

Thu, 21 Mar 24

Program and Practice

Nesa Accredited pd

Neuroscience and Behaviour - Webinar

Drawing from current research in relation to how children’s brains grow and develop, this session will support you to identify a child’s stress related behaviour and develop an understanding of how the brain and body work together to create behavioural responses.

Can't make the dates or need a more in-depth understanding of this topic? Enrol in our self-paced session Understanding Neuroscience to Support Children's Behaviour and complete the course at a time and pace that suits you, PLUS gain a digital badge and certificate on completion. 

Delivery Method:

Webinar

NQS Areas:

1, 5, 7

BehaviourOOSH

Upcoming Dates

Fri, 22 Mar 24

Fri, 19 Apr 24

Wed, 15 May 24

Program and Practice

Nesa Accredited pd

Bringing the EYLF V2.0 to Life: Equity, Inclusion and High Expectations in Practice

  • How can early childhood professionals ensure that their services are inclusive and equitable to all families?  
  • Can children with additional needs from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds engage in the program at the same level as their peers?  

Inclusion, equity and high expectations is a challenging topic for most educators, but there are many ways that we can change our practice to benefit all families and children attending our services! This 2-hour-session will explore the concepts of equity, inclusion and high expectations, and the importance of each topic.

Delivery Method:

Webinar

NQS Areas:

1, 3, 5, 6

Early Years Learning FrameworkPedagogy and practice

Upcoming Dates

Mon, 25 Mar 24

Mon, 22 Apr 24

Mon, 20 May 24

Program and Practice

Nesa Accredited pd

Literacy in the Early Years - Webinar

- Can you identify emerging literacy skills? 

- Do you know of strategies and tools educators can provide to support these emerging skills?  

- Are you aware of the difference between reading to learn and learning to read? 

This session will help you to understand how to integrate literacy activities into your program, and how to support emerging literacy skills in children.

Delivery Method:

Webinar

NQS Areas:

1, 3, 5

ProgrammingStorytellingBooksLiteracyReading and writing

Upcoming Dates

Mon, 25 Mar 24

Tue, 30 Apr 24

Wed, 29 May 24

Leadership

The Director's Toolkit: Family And Community Partnerships - Webinar

Explore how to develop positive relationships and partnerships with families and the wider community.  

Delivery Method:

Webinar

NQS Areas:

7, 6

LeadershipThe Directors Toolkit

Upcoming Dates

Tue, 26 Mar 24

Thu, 18 Apr 24

Governance

Prepare Your Team For Assessment And Rating - Webinar

Uncover strategies to prepare your team and give them confidence. During the session we will touch on what the Authorised Officer will do on the day, provide insights into how the NQS is assessed and rated and draw you into a vital selection of supporting information.

Delivery Method:

Webinar

NQS Areas:

4, 7

Assessment & RatingOOSH

Upcoming Dates

Tue, 26 Mar 24

Mon, 29 Apr 24

Relationships with Children

Nesa Accredited pd

Supporting Confident and Capable Babies and Toddlers - Webinar

Strong attachments with babies and toddlers can help to support agency and facilitate exploration.  

In this session, you will gain practical skills for establishing secure attachments and confidence in supporting babies' risk-taking and agency.

Delivery Method:

Webinar

NQS Areas:

1, 3, 5, 6

BabiesToddlersChild relationships

Upcoming Dates

Tue, 26 Mar 24

Mon, 15 Apr 24

Wed, 08 May 24

Relationships with Children

Nesa Accredited pd

Children's Rights Children's Voices: Working With a Rights-Based Approach - Webinar

Participants will explore the concept of the rights of the child with links to the EYLF, Code of Ethics and the National Quality Standards, and how to embed the rights of the child in practice. 

Delivery Method:

Webinar

NQS Areas:

1, 5

WellbeingBehaviourChild relationships

Upcoming Dates

Wed, 27 Mar 24

Tue, 16 Apr 24

Fri, 24 May 24

Program and Practice

Nesa Accredited pd

Bringing the EYLF V2.0 to Life: Critical Reflection and Ongoing Professional Learning in Practice

Do you want to establish a culture of critical reflection in your service where your team, children and families are all key contributors in a cycle of review?

Discover strategies that support educators to question established practices, engage with theories and action research, and think about why they work in particular ways.

Delivery Method:

Webinar

NQS Areas:

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

Critical ReflectionEarly Years Learning Framework

Upcoming Dates

Wed, 27 Mar 24

Mon, 29 Apr 24

Thu, 30 May 24

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Inservice Training

While our training calendar is extensive, we know that sometimes you need a more targeted approach. Our learning and development specialists can tailor your training to be delivered where, when and how you need it. 

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We offer a unique mentoring program that can be completely tailored to your needs and specifications. Based on sound educational practice and specialist expertise, our mentors provide one-on-one and group sessions to support professional progress.

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