Training

Introduction to working with families experiencing poverty

Gain insights into the experiences of families living in financial adversity and how early education services can support their needs. 

This is the first of a series of five evidence-based courses developed by leading researchers and early education experts. The course will help you build a deeper understanding of the complexities families face and equip you with the tools to engage effectively with families from all backgrounds. Explore the series. 

Rethinking behaviour - Strengths-based approaches to inclusion

This self-paced course focuses on understanding how children use behaviour to communicate their feelings. It takes a strengths-based approach that is responsive to children, respects diversity and difference and works with family strengths to support children’s social and emotional learning. It provides a range of strategies that you can use to both design safe and supportive learning environments and guide children’s emerging social and emotional skills. Explore the series. 

A funds of knowledge approach to supporting children’s learning, development and wellbeing

This self-paced course explores a funds of knowledge approach and what it means for educators’ work with children and families, particularly those in high-poverty and culturally and linguistically diverse communities. Explore the series. 

Using effective communication to build and maintain relationships with families

This self-paced course explores strategies for building partnerships with families, with a particular focus on engaging families in high-poverty contexts using effective communication. Explore the series. 

Strengthening mainstream ECEC service engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

This self-paced course aims to provide support for educators in mainstream early childhood services who want to cultivate partnerships with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities and embed local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and languages in the curriculum. Explore the series. 

Management Committee Induction Bundle

The Management Committee Induction Bundle is a comprehensive resource designed to help committees build knowledge and confidence, ensuring smooth transitions and effective operations. With 12 months of training portal access, an interactive webinar, and a suite of practical tools, this bundle supports busy volunteers in managing their responsibilities with ease.

SPECIAL DEAL - OFFER ENDS 14 February, 2025

Special deal: Approved Provider and Governance Program — Refresher

Are you an existing NSW Approved Provider or Director who wants to refresh your knowledge of governance and compliance responsibilities under the National Quality Framework? Enrol in our Approved Provider & Governance Program to gain access to our self-paced learning portal which includes video tutorials, quizzes and an extensive knowledge library.  

SPECIAL DEAL

CHCPRT025 Identify and Report Children and Young People at Risk (RTO ID 90842) - Self-Paced Online

Note: This course supersedes CHCPRT001 Identify and Respond to Children and Young People at risk

CHCPRT025 Identify and Report Children and Young People at Risk is a comprehensive child protection course that provides training around all aspects of abuse, reporting requirements and legal obligations for early childhood professionals.

Study online at your own pace with live weekly support sessions.

Leadership: Empowering and Engaging the Team — Micro Credential

Build your leadership confidence and empower your team to help you navigate the many challenges of an ECEC environment.

CELA Micro Credentials are online, self-paced workshops. They allow you to enhance your skills and knowledge on specific topics in just a few hours. Each Micro Credential includes a wide range of learning materials to suit all types of learners including tutorials, assignments, quizzes, readings and downloadable resources. After completing all prerequisites, learners will receive a digital badge and certificate—the digital badge can be shared on social media platforms and added to personal resumes and service QIPs.

Understanding Neuroscience to Support Children's Behaviour — Micro Credential

Gain an in-depth understanding of neuroscience and how the brain impacts children’s behaviour to support children in your early education and care service. Be empowered to support children’s learning, well-being and development, particularly when children are exhibiting behaviours of concern.

CELA Micro Credentials are online, self-paced workshops. They allow you to enhance your skills and knowledge on specific topics in just a few hours. Each Micro Credential includes a wide range of learning materials to suit all types of learners including tutorials, assignments, quizzes, readings and downloadable resources. After completing all prerequisites, learners will receive a digital badge and certificate—the digital badge can be shared on social media platforms and added to personal resumes and service QIPs.

Child Protection NSW — Refresher Course

With CELA's in-depth, self-paced Child Protection NSW Refresher course, your team will be able to refresh their knowledge of child protection responsibilities and legislation with ease, and you will feel confident that your team will know what to do if they suspect a child is a victim of child abuse.

The NSW Government recommends that to ensure child protection awareness is current and up-to-date, staff should undertake child protection refresher training every 12-24 months. Enrol today.

Approved Provider and Governance Program — New Provider

Are you applying to become an Approved Provider in NSW? Do you need help understanding how to navigate operational requirements under the National Quality Framework (NQF) and how to apply the National Law and Regulations in relation to education and service governance? 

Purchase our Approved Provider & Governance Program New Provider package to gain access to a year’s membership with CELA, 4 hours of tailored individual approved provider support and training for your team, one year of access to our self-paced learning portal for all approved providers in your organisation AND a copy of our Starting from Scratch Toolkit e-book.