Training

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. 

Explore how viewing practice through the child’s lens can strengthen children’s participation in everyday decisions, routines and experiences.

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.

Do you sometimes feel conflicted about what should be ‘banned’ or ‘allowed’ in children’s play themes? 

This session will unpack Play Theory as an important lens in which to view children’s engagement with the ‘unreal’ world.

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.

NSW ECEC services: a practical team guidance package you can't afford to miss.

Be ready, compliant and confident. Gain the knowledge, tools and guidance to embed the reforms in your service and ensure children’s safety always comes first. 

Understand your new legal obligations under NSW’s strengthened child safety laws and how to apply the changes with clear, practical guidance. 

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 in Queensland.

This interactive 3-hour workshop for educators, teachers and team members will help participants learn or refresh their knowledge of NSW Child Safe Standards and Child Protection Legislation in early childhood education and care settings, identify current practices, and recognise areas for improvement when supporting the implementation of the Child Safe Standards in your service.

Note: We run a separate session on this topic for leaders, directors and nominated supervisors. Book here. 

Child safety is everybody's responsibility. As early childhood leaders, it is paramount to embed child safety into your organisational leadership, governance and culture. Do you understand your role and professional responsibilities to build a child safe environment, including responding to and reporting risk of harm concerns?

This 3-hour workshop is for leaders, directors and nominated supervisors. Looking for a session for educators, teachers and team members? Book here. 

When governance is strong, your whole service thrives 

The new Community Managed Governance Hub from CELA gives directors and committees the tools, guidance and support they need to lead with confidence and reduce risk. This annual subscription provides practical resources, expert advice and connection opportunities to make governance easier and more effective for your service.