This session is designed to help you to best support children on the autism spectrum, by understanding their individual profile, learning styles, communication, behavior pattern and interests. Presented by: Adam King, Marymead Autism Centre Links to NQS Quality Area: 1,2 & 5 Date: 17 Feb 2020 Time: 6 PM to 7:30 PM Venue: Communities@Work Holder Campus – 172 Dixon Drive […]
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STEM
STEM refers to the approach to learning and development that incorporates the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Not only does STEM support an understanding of science, technology, engineering and math, but it also supports important life skills and provides the opportunity to engage in teamwork, creativity, critical thinking, communication, analysis and independent thought. […]
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Bus Tour: A Taste of the Bush
Come and join us for an exciting morning with Wiradjuri man Adam Shipp, who will discuss Indigenous connection to country. Adam will take you on a tour through the Jerrabomberra Wetlands, showcasing a range of different plants found from around the region and the traditional Aboriginal use of them for making food and medicine. This […]
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Bus Tour: Sustainability in Practice
What can we do to avoid waste, reduce, reuse and recycle? Join us for a bus tour to the Recycling Discovery Hub to participate in a guided workshop and activities where we explore recycling in the ACT, and discuss the broader topic of sustainability to lead to a healthier, resilient and more sustainable environment and […]
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Little Scientists: Engineering
Swinging, running, jumping, falling: Physical forces are all part of the fun and children love to explore their effects. Explore physical forces while leveraging, lifting, swinging and moving and unleash your inner engineer. Are you an inventor or do you like to immerse yourself into step-by-step instructions? Discover how to playfully integrate technical education into […]
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Mandatory Reporting
During this session you will be updated on the regulatory and legal requirements around reporting suspected cases of child abuse and neglect. We will explore the importance of ‘informed reporting’, what constitutes abuse and neglect and gain awareness of a community approach to to reporting abuse and neglect. Please Note: Session content on this topic […]
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Behaviour Guidance
The focus of this session is about understanding and guiding children’s behaviours in an educational setting. The approach to guiding behaviour is from the perspective of relationships, attachments, behaviour as communication, and your ability to support individuals and groups of children to guide responsible behaviour of children and young people in a safe and supportive […]
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Dealing with People in Difficult Situations
This course provides participants with fundamental skills to deal with people who are displaying difficult behaviour. This intensive course equips people with the skills needed to de-escalate difficult situations as they arise, and most importantly, the value of boundary setting and self-care. Presented by: Lifeline Links to NQS Quality Area: 7 Date: 19 June 2020 Time: 10 am to […]
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Little Scientists: Human Body
We may look quite different on the outside, but underneath our skin, our organs, muscles and bones are working in very similar ways. Investigate your sense of smell, focus on your breath and explore exciting functions of the human body. See the human body through the eyes of a child and learn how to playfully […]
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Mandatory Reporting
During this session you will be updated on the regulatory and legal requirements around reporting suspected cases of child abuse and neglect. We will explore the importance of ‘informed reporting’, what constitutes abuse and neglect and gain awareness of a community approach to to reporting abuse and neglect. Please Note: Session content on this topic […]
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Accidental Counsellor
Lifeline Canberra is the original creator of the Accidental Counsellor course. This two-day program has been developed for people in virtually any role, who find themselves in situations where counselling or empathetic communication is required. The program provides participants with a range of tried and tested counselling skills that work to create effective communication and […]
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Professional Practices; Professional Boundaries
Our work as educators focuses on the development of positive, caring and respectful relationships with the children and young people we work with. This session will explore professional boundaries and the importance in establishing and maintaining appropriate relationships between educators and children and young people. Presented by: Centre of Professional Learning & Education Links to […]
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Social Justice in Early Childhood
This session is designed to bring together early childhood professionals with a variety of perspectives, to challenge and explore the ways in which early childhood education is, and can be, engaging with social justice and democratic practices. Presented by: Centre of Professional Learning & Education Links to NQS Quality Area: 1, 5 & 6 Date: 26 August 2020 […]
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Little Scientists: Optics (TBC)
Enjoy a day full of lights, colours and optical illusions. Explore the land of mirrors, colourful shadows and nature’s paint palette. Appreciate the magic of colour, mirrors and shadows through the eyes of a child. Discover the empowering effects of child-led inquiry projects in early childhood and become immersed in your own inquiry project. Presented […]
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Bus Tour: A Taste of the Bush
Come and join us for an exciting morning with Wiradjuri man Adam Shipp, who will discuss Indigenous connection to country. Adam will take you on a tour through the Wetlands, showcasing a range of different plants found from around the region and the traditional Aboriginal use of them for making food and medicine. This tour […]
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Back to Basics: Code of Ethics
The Code of Ethics provides a framework for critical reflection, professional behaviour and ethical responsibilities of early childhood educators. This session is designed to go back to the basics by unpacking Early Childhood Australia’s Code of Ethics. We will discuss your values as an educator and guide you on how the code of ethics can […]
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Mandatory Reporting
During this session you will be updated on the regulatory and legal requirements around reporting suspected cases of child abuse and neglect. We will explore the importance of ‘informed reporting’, what constitutes abuse and neglect and gain awareness of a community approach to to reporting abuse and neglect. Please Note: Session content on this topic […]
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Mental Health First Aid
In this two-day interactive course, participants will be exposed to a firm understanding and awareness of mental health issues. Skills and strategies will be learnt for understanding individual impact and responding to mental health issues. Please Note: Attendance is required at both sessions. Presented by: Lifeline Links to NQS Quality Area: 2, 5, 6 & 7 Date: 29 […]
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Learning Through The Arts
Learning through creativity and the arts in early childhood plays a critical role in children’s development. Our role is to provide children with the materials, inspiration and time to use art as a platform for learning. This session is designed to guide educators with creative educational experiences that you can use to implement that allows […]
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Little Scientists: Water (TBC)
Have you ever met a child who is not fascinated by water? From ice blocks to raindrops, children love to explore water from an early age. Explore water with all your senses, investigate the different aggregate states and test the solubility of various substances. Discover how to create a nurturing learning environment through STEM inquiry […]
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Mandatory Reporting
During this session you will be updated on the regulatory and legal requirements around reporting suspected cases of child abuse and neglect. We will explore the importance of ‘informed reporting’, what constitutes abuse and neglect and gain awareness of a community approach to to reporting abuse and neglect. Please Note: Session content on this topic […]
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First Aid Training
Course Code: HLTAID001, HLTAID002, HLTAID003, HLTAID004, 22282VIC, 22300VICFirst Aid is delivered through a third party arrangement with St John Ambulance (RTO 88041). This course is designed to inform you of the skills and knowledge required to provide first aid response to infants and children. It applies specifically for educators and support staff working in an education and care setting which covers child […]
