Training Areas

Families and Communities

APST aligned

This session introduces a practical framework to help educators approach complex conversations about behaviour and other sensitive topics with clarity, confidence and care.

Delivery Method:

Webinar, Inservice

NQS Areas:

6, 7

Child RelationshipsFamily relationshipsCommunicationPartnershipsChildren and Family WellbeingWellbeing

Upcoming Dates

Tue, 13 Oct 26
πŸ•’ 1pm-3pm

Tue, 17 Nov 26
πŸ•’ 10am-12pm

Program and Practice

APST aligned

Supporting children’s transition to school is a shared journey, strengthened by strong collaboration and responsive, play-based practice.

This session explores practical ways to work with children, families and schools to support each child before, during and after their transition.

Delivery Method:

Webinar, Inservice

NQS Areas:

1, 5, 6

Early Years Learning FrameworkEYLF V2.0Pedagogy and practice

Upcoming Dates

Tue, 13 Oct 26
πŸ•’ 5pm-7pm

Tue, 24 Nov 26
πŸ•’ 2pm-4pm

Program and Practice

Deepen your understanding of Loose Parts Theory and explore how flexible, adaptable environments can support children’s exploration, inquiry and agency.

Delivery Method:

Webinar, Inservice

NQS Areas:

1, 3, 4, 5

Pedagogy and practiceCritical ReflectionEarly Years Learning FrameworkProgramming

Upcoming Dates

Wed, 14 Oct 26
πŸ•’ 2pm-4pm

Leadership

Do you feel that you have exceeding practices but are finding it difficult to identify this in your key practices? Are you unsure what the difference is between meeting and exceeding? 

Delivery Method:

Webinar

NQS Areas:

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

ProgrammingOOSH

Upcoming Dates

Mon, 19 Oct 26
πŸ•’ 11am-1pm

Leadership

APST aligned

This Director’s Toolkit session will strengthen your understanding of the Education and Care Services National Law and Regulations while exploring what quality practice really looks like in action. Gain practical insights to lead compliance confidently and embed meaningful quality practices across your service.

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

Delivery Method:

Webinar, Inservice

NQS Areas:

2, 7

LeadershipThe Directors Toolkit

Upcoming Dates

Thu, 22 Oct 26
πŸ•’ 10am-12pm

Program and Practice

APST aligned

Move beyond recycling and rethink what sustainability really means in early childhood.

This session unpacks the EYLF V2.0 Sustainability Principle, exploring how environmental, social, and economic sustainability come to life in everyday practice, supporting educators to embed meaningful, future-focused learning that empowers children as active contributors to a more sustainable world.

Delivery Method:

Webinar, Inservice

NQS Areas:

1, 3, 5

Early Years Learning FrameworkEYLF V2.0

Upcoming Dates

Wed, 28 Oct 26
πŸ•’ 2pm-4pm

Program and Practice

APST aligned

  • Have you ever been challenged when thinking about how to engage in play with children so as not to encroach or take over their play?

This practical and engaging session explores how educators can thoughtfully extend children’s learning through play, using intentional strategies that support curiosity, thinking and meaningful engagement without taking over the play itself.

Delivery Method:

Webinar, Inservice

NQS Areas:

1, 3, 5

Pedagogy and practice

Upcoming Dates

Wed, 4 Nov 26
πŸ•’ 10am-12pm

Self-paced courses

Give your team the practical knowledge they need to recognise and manage biological hazards (biohazards) in early education and care. Developed by ECEC and work health and safety specialists, this self-paced course supports safer practice and provides a certificate of completion aligned with Safe Work Australia’s Model Code of Practice.

Making a group booking? Get 5 enrolments for the price of 4 using this booking page. 

Delivery Method:

Self-Paced Online

NQS Areas:

7

WellbeingChildren and Family WellbeingChild Protection

Upcoming Dates

Available anytime

Self-paced courses

Give your team the practical knowledge they need to recognise and manage biological hazards (biohazards) in early education and care. Developed by ECEC and work health and safety specialists, this self-paced course supports safer practice and provides a certificate of completion aligned with Safe Work Australia’s Model Code of Practice.

Note: This price is for group bookings, giving you 5 enrolments for the price of 4. Book a single enrolment here

Delivery Method:

Self-Paced Online

NQS Areas:

7

WellbeingChildren and Family WellbeingChild Protection

Upcoming Dates

Available anytime

Governance

Committee members often change annually, leading to a constant need to rebuild knowledge for the upcoming year. It's important to have committee members on the same page so that they understand their roles and responsibilities and can implement high quality governance.

Delivery Method:

Inservice

NQS Areas:

7

Upcoming Dates

Customised/inservice only, call us on 1800 157 818 or find out more.

Health and Safety

This 3-hour session provides an essential overview and refresher of child protection legislation, responsibilities, and best practices for professionals working with children in NSW only. Participants will engage in discussions, consider ethical dilemmas and build their knowledge and confidence in responding to child protection concerns.

Delivery Method:

Inservice

NQS Areas:

2

LeadershipChild ProtectionChild Relationships

Upcoming Dates

Customised/inservice only, call us on 1800 157 818 or find out more.

Health and Safety

APST aligned

Gain your child protection certification with the course that sets the standard for the sector.

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.

Delivery Method:

Webinar, Inservice

NQS Areas:

2, 5, 7

Child Protection

Upcoming Dates

13, 20 & 27 Aug 26
πŸ•’ 10am-12pm

13, 20 & 27 Oct 26
πŸ•’ 2pm-4pm

19, 26 Nov & 3, Dec 26
πŸ•’ 10am-12pm

CELA Membership

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Need specific training on a date and topic that suits you?

Our expert educators will tailor the content to meet the needs of your team. You choose the date, location and topic and we’ll come to you.

Inservice Training

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. 

Mentoring

Mentoring

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.

RTO Accredited Training

CELA’s Registered Training Organisation (RTO ID: 90842) provides accredited, nationally recognised qualifications including our child protection training for childcare, early and middle childhood educators. We use high-quality, customised training and assessment materials written by subject matter experts to meet the unique requirements of the early childhood sector.

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