12 Months of Professional Development - Certificates with Modules
Program Highlights
Program Overview:
The 12 Months of Professional Development Program offers early childhood educators and leaders a year-long journey of growth, reflection, and practical learning. Each month, participants receive a certificate module designed to strengthen knowledge of child development, the NQF, and the EYLF/MTOP, while also building confidence in leadership, wellbeing, programming, and inclusive practice. With toolkits, reflection prompts, and links to theorists, every module supports educators to embed exceeding practices, strengthen family and community partnerships, and create high-quality learning environments. Perfect for individuals or teams, this program provides evidence for professional portfolios, A&R visits, and career progression—while inspiring educators to reflect, celebrate, and grow together.
About Your Facilitator - Kelly Hallas
- Modules sent monthly starting Monday 22nd September 2025 – perfect for reflection and discussion during Educator Meetings.
- Certificates for all participants – individual educators or whole early learning centre teams.
- Tax deductible – an investment in your professional development.
- Aligned to the NQF – practical support to help your service meet and exceed the National Quality Framework.
- Toolkits:
- Educator Toolkit
- Nominated Supervisor Toolkit
- Early Learning Centre Toolkit
- Links to Theorists
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit for each Module
- Links to National Quality Framework
- Links to Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Framework
Program Overview:
The 12 Months of Professional Development Program offers early childhood educators and leaders a year-long journey of growth, reflection, and practical learning. Each month, participants receive a certificate module designed to strengthen knowledge of child development, the NQF, and the EYLF/MTOP, while also building confidence in leadership, wellbeing, programming, and inclusive practice. With toolkits, reflection prompts, and links to theorists, every module supports educators to embed exceeding practices, strengthen family and community partnerships, and create high-quality learning environments. Perfect for individuals or teams, this program provides evidence for professional portfolios, A&R visits, and career progression—while inspiring educators to reflect, celebrate, and grow together.
About Your Facilitator - Kelly Hallas
Prices
INDIVIDUAL - 12 Months of Professional Development - Certificates with Modules - $640
TEAM - 12 Months of Professional Development - Certificates with Modules $1999
6-MONTH FAST TRACK - INDIVIDUAL - 12 Months of Professional Development - Certificates with Modules - $799
6-MONTH FAST TRACK - TEAM - 12 Months of Professional Development - Certificates with Modules $2399
12 Monthly Professional Development Certificates with Module
12 Monthly Professional Development Certificates with Modules
Month 1 – Certificate of Professional Development in Child Development Foundations
Month 4 – Certificate of Professional Development in Leadership Essentials
Month 5 – Certificate of Professional Development in Wellbeing & Resilience
Month 8 – Certificate of Professional Development in Compliance Deep Dive
Month 9 – Certificate of Professional Development in Quality Improvement & QIP
Month 10 – Certificate of Professional Development in Family & Community Partnerships
Month 11 – Certificate of Professional Development in Sustainability & Future Focus
Month 12 – Certificate of Professional Development in Reflect, Celebrate & Grow
Month 1 – Certificate of Professional Development in Child Development Foundations
- Modules covered:
- Child development milestones
- Build relationships by observing children and responding to their individual needs and cues.
- Play-based learning theory & practice
- Linking observations to EYLF outcomes
- Foundations of developmental knowledge in practice
- Links to Theorists
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit
- Links to National Quality Framework
- Links to Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Framework
- Modules covered:
- EYLF v2.0 updates
- Aligning programs to outcomes
- Use EYLF outcomes to support responsive interactions and strengthen educator-child bonds.
- Reflecting on service philosophy
- Practical strategies for embedding EYLF v2.0
- Links to Theorists
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit
- Links to National Quality Framework
- Links to Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Framework
- Month 3 – Certificate of Professional Development in Inclusion & Cultural Competence
- Inclusive education strategies
- Foster meaningful relationships by respecting each child’s culture, background, and family input
- Embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives
- Reflection on bias in programming
- Building cultural awareness and competence
- Links to Theorists
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit
- Links to National Quality Framework
- Links to Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Framework
Month 4 – Certificate of Professional Development in Leadership Essentials
- Modules covered:
- Leadership roles & responsibilities under the NQF
- Leaders model positive educator-child interactions and mentor staff in relationship-building.
- Delegation and mentoring approaches
- Personal leadership style reflection
- Leading with confidence in ECEC
- Links to Theorists
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit
- Links to National Quality Framework
- Links to Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Framework
Month 5 – Certificate of Professional Development in Wellbeing & Resilience
- Modules covered:
- Self-care and burnout prevention
- Boundaries and professionalism in ECEC
- Individual wellbeing action planning
- Team wellbeing and resilience strategies
- Support children’s wellbeing through secure, trusting relationships that reflect emotional attunement.
- Links to Theorists
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit
- Links to National Quality Framework
- Links to Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Framework
- Modules covered:
- Design programs that include children’s voice and choice, enhancing connection and engagement.
- STEM and inquiry-based learning
- Efficient documentation strategies
- Observation - planning - evaluation cycle
- Practical programming tips for educators
- Links to Theorists
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit
- Links to National Quality Framework
- Links to Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Framework
- Month 7 – Certificate of Professional Development in Creating a Strong Team Culture
- Modules covered:
- Handling difficult conversations
- Building positive team culture
- Appreciation and recognition practices
- Conflict resolution in the workplace
- Strengthen relationships by supporting children to manage emotions, social interactions, and conflict constructively.
- Links to Theorists
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit
- Links to National Quality Framework
- Links to Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Framework
Month 8 – Certificate of Professional Development in Compliance Deep Dive
- Modules covered:
- Common compliance concerns
- Implement routines and safety practices that maintain trust and respect in educator-child interactions.
- Daily health & safety checks
- Risk assessment procedures
- Embedding compliance into everyday practice
- Links to Theorists
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit
- Links to National Quality Framework
- Links to Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Framework
Month 9 – Certificate of Professional Development in Quality Improvement & QIP
- Modules covered:
- Step-by-step QIP planning process
- Mock A&R visit expectations
- Policy review and reflection
- Reflect on relational practice as part of QIP self-assessment to improve educator-child relationships.
- Embedding quality improvement in practice
- Links to Theorists
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit
- Links to National Quality Framework
- Links to Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Framework
Month 10 – Certificate of Professional Development in Family & Community Partnerships
- Modules covered:
- Strengthening family engagement
- Integrating family input into programs
- Collaborate with families to understand children’s social-emotional needs and enhance relationships.
- Reflecting on community partnerships
- Building sustainable community connections
- Links to Theorists
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit
- Links to National Quality Framework
- Links to Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Framework
Month 11 – Certificate of Professional Development in Sustainability & Future Focus
- Modules covered:
- Embedding sustainable practices
- Children as global citizens
- Include children in sustainability initiatives, fostering teamwork, responsibility, and relational skills.
- Service sustainability action planning
- Future-focused practices in ECEC
- Links to Theorists
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit
- Links to National Quality Framework
- Links to Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Framework
Month 12 – Certificate of Professional Development in Reflect, Celebrate & Grow
- Modules covered:
- Yearly professional learning reflection
- Continuous improvement mindset training
- Reflect on how strong relationships have supported children’s learning and development across the year.
- Setting new professional goals
- Service-wide growth
- Links to Theorists
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit
- Links to National Quality Framework
- Links to Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Framework
12-Month PD Certificate Program – Learning Outcomes- What Early Childhood Educators Will Learn
- Across the 12 certificates, educators will:
- Develop a strong understanding of the NQF, EYLF, and QA standards.
- Strengthen skills in observation, documentation, and assessment of children’s learning.
- Implement intentional teaching strategies that support play, inquiry, and exploration.
- Create and maintain inclusive, engaging, and safe learning environments.
- Foster positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
- Embed cultural competence and respectful practices, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives.
- Reflect on practice through critical reflection questions and self-assessment tools.
- Build confidence in planning, implementing, and reviewing curriculum cycles.
- Improve practice in supporting children’s voice, agency, and wellbeing.
- Apply positive psychology and wellbeing strategies for self-care and resilience in the profession.
What Nominated Supervisors Will Learn- Across the 12 certificates, nominated supervisors will:
- Strengthen leadership capacity in guiding teams through NQF and QA expectations.
- Deepen knowledge of compliance, governance, and regulatory requirements.
- Learn strategies for mentoring and coaching educators in program and practice.
- Enhance quality improvement planning (QIP) and documentation oversight.
- Build skills in workplace culture, communication, and conflict resolution.
- Implement effective risk management and WHS strategies.
- Support teams in embedding cultural competence and inclusive practices.
- Lead reflective discussions and drive continuous improvement.
- Strengthen family and community engagement leadership.
- Develop systems for assessment, monitoring, and reporting that support ACECQA audits.
- Participants will receive:
- A complete portfolio of 12 certificates.
- A Yearly Completion Certificate showing mastery in early childhood professional development.
- Evidence ready for assessment and rating, CVs, and career progression.
12 Months of Professional Development – Full Content Map
Month 1 – Child Development Foundations
Certificate: Child Development Foundations
Modules covered - (will appear on certificate)
- Child development milestones
- Build relationships by observing children and responding to their individual needs and cues.
- Play-based learning theory & practice
- Linking observations to EYLF outcomes
- Foundations of developmental knowledge in practice
- Workbook to support Modules
- Checklists to support Modules
- Reflection prompts to support Modules
- Video: Play-based learning – theory into practice
- Relationships with Children: Build relationships by observing children and responding to their individual needs and cues.
- Relationships with Families: Families are invited to share insights on their child’s strengths and developmental milestones, which inform observation and planning.
- Quick reference guide: child safety & wellbeing obligations
- Theorists:
Jean Piaget, Erik Erikson, Lev Vygotsky - Piaget: cognitive developmental stages
- Erikson: psychosocial development and identity
- Vygotsky: social interaction in learning
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit:
- Embedded: Developmental observation and planning routines are integrated into daily service operations.
- Reflection: Educators critically reflect on children’s developmental progress to inform program adjustments.
- Engagement: Families share insights on their child’s strengths to guide individualised learning experiences.
- National Quality Framework Links:
- QA1 – Educational Program & Practice, QA5 – Relationships with Children
Early Years Learning Framework Links/My Time Our Place Links: - Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
- Outcome 3: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
- Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
Month 2 – Understanding & Applying EYLF v2.0
Certificate: EYLF v2.0 in Action
Modules covered - (will appear on certificate)
- EYLF v2.0 updates
- Aligning programs to outcomes
- Use EYLF outcomes to support responsive interactions and strengthen educator-child bonds.
- Reflecting on service philosophy
- Practical strategies for embedding EYLF v2.0
- Workings:
- Pre-recorded video: Understanding the EYLF v2.0 in practice
- Relationships with Children: Use EYLF outcomes to support responsive interactions and strengthen educator-child bonds.
- Relationships with Families: Family perspectives are incorporated into learning programs to ensure EYLF outcomes reflect children’s home experiences and values.
- Workbook to support Modules
- Checklists to support Modules
- Reflection prompts to support Modules
- Video walkthrough: linking theory to practice in documentation
- Theorists:
Jerome Bruner, Loris Malaguzzi, Vygotsky - Bruner: scaffolding and spiral curriculum
- Malaguzzi (Reggio Emilia): child-centred learning, environment as the third teacher
- Vygotsky: learning through social interaction
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit:
- Embedded: EYLF outcomes are consistently applied in programming and daily practice.
- Reflection: Educators analyse how updated EYLF practices influence learning outcomes.
- Engagement: Families contribute perspectives that shape the learning environment and curriculum.
- National Quality Framework Links:
- QA1 – Educational Program & Practice, QA7 – Leadership & Service Management
Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Links: - Outcome 1: Children develop a strong sense of identity
- Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
- Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators
Month 3 – Inclusive & Culturally Responsive Practice
Certificate: Inclusion & Cultural Competence
Modules covered - (will appear on certificate)
- Inclusive education strategies
- Foster meaningful relationships by respecting each child’s culture, background, and family input
- Embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives
- Reflection on bias in programming
- Building cultural awareness and competence
- Workbook to support Modules
- Checklists to support Modules
- Reflection prompts to support Modules
- Video: Cultural competence & embedding Aboriginal perspectives
- Relationships with Families: Foster meaningful relationships by respecting each child’s culture, background, and family input
- Quick guide: integrating family input into programs
- Theorists:
Lev Vygotsky, Paulo Freire, Bronfenbrenner - Vygotsky: social and cultural context of learning
- Freire: critical pedagogy, valuing diversity and inclusion
- Bronfenbrenner: ecological systems impacting child development
- Exceeding Theme Toolkit:
- Embedded: Inclusive practices are incorporated into daily routines and learning programs.
- Reflection: Educators examine biases and assess equity in program delivery.
- Engagement: Families and community members provide cultural knowledge to enrich learning experiences.
- National Quality Framework Links:
- QA1 – Educational Program & Practice, QA6 – Collaborative Partnerships with Families & Communities
Early Years Learning Framework Links: - Outcome 1: Children develop a strong sense of identity
- Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
- Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
Month 4 – Leadership Essentials
Certificate: Leadership Essentials
Modules covered - (will appear on certificate)
Leadership roles & responsibilities under the NQF
- Leaders model positive educator-child interactions and mentor staff in relationship-building.
- Delegation and mentoring approaches
- Personal leadership style reflection
- Leading with confidence in ECEC
- Workbook: Stepping into leadership – from educator to leader
- Video masterclass: effective delegation for nominated supervisors
- Relationships with Children: Leaders model positive educator-child interactions and mentor staff in relationship-building.
- Relationships with Families: Leaders involve families in feedback on service operations, mentoring approaches, and leadership decisions.
- Workbook to support Modules
- Checklists to support Modules
- Reflection prompts to support Modules
- Pre-recorded series: Mentoring early career educators
- Theorists:
Peter Senge, John Kotter, Margaret Wheatley - Senge: learning organisations and reflective practice
- Kotter: leading change in organisations
- Wheatley: leadership, relationships, and culture in teams
- Embedded: Leadership practices and mentoring are consistently applied in service operations.
- Reflection: Leaders reflect on the effectiveness of delegation, mentoring, and supervision strategies.
- Engagement: Families are consulted on service improvements, policies, and leadership initiatives.
- National Quality Framework Links:
- QA7 – Leadership & Service Management, QA4 – Staffing Arrangements
Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Links: - Outcome 1: Children develop a strong sense of identity (through consistent leadership in practice)
- Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators
- Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
Month 5 – Team Wellbeing & Resilience
Certificate: Wellbeing & Resilience
Modules covered - (will appear on certificate)
- Self-care and burnout prevention
- Boundaries and professionalism in ECEC
- Individual wellbeing action planning
- Team wellbeing and resilience strategies
- Workings:
- Support children’s wellbeing through secure, trusting relationships that reflect emotional attunement.
- Workbook: self-care and burnout prevention strategies
- Video: Boundaries and professionalism in ECEC
- Relationships with Children: Support children’s wellbeing through secure, trusting relationships that reflect emotional attunement.
- Relationships with Families: Families provide input on wellbeing initiatives, supporting strategies that promote both children’s and educators’ resilience.
- Workbook to support Modules
- Checklists to support Modules
- Reflection prompts to support Modules
- Pre-recorded guided meditation for educators
- Theorists:
Daniel Goleman, Martin Seligman, Erik Erikson - Goleman: emotional intelligence
- Seligman: positive psychology, resilience
- Erikson: psychosocial support in early childhood
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit:
- Embedded: Staff wellbeing routines and resilience strategies are incorporated into daily practice.
- Reflection: Educators reflect on personal and team wellbeing, adjusting practice to support children effectively.
- Engagement: Families are included in conversations about children’s social-emotional wellbeing.
- National Quality Framework Links:
- QA2 – Children’s Health & Safety, QA5 – Relationships with Children
Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Links: - Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
- Outcome 3: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
- Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
Month 6 – Programming Deep Dive
Certificate: Programming Deep Dive
Modules covered - (will appear on certificate)
- Design programs that include children’s voice and choice, enhancing connection and engagement.
- STEM and inquiry-based learning
- Efficient documentation strategies
- Observation - planning - evaluation cycle
- Practical programming tips for educators
- Workbook: STEM and inquiry-based learning in early years
- Pre-recorded video: documenting learning
- Relationships with Children: Design programs that include children’s voice and choice, enhancing connection and engagement.
- Relationships with Families: Families are consulted when designing programs, providing ideas for activities and supporting children’s learning at home.
- Workbook to support Modules
- Checklists to support Modules
- Weekly programming step-by-step Educator guide
- Reflection prompts to support Modules
- Video: From observation to meaningful extension
- Theorists:
Piaget, Bruner, Malaguzzi - Piaget: stages of cognitive development applied to curriculum
- Bruner: scaffolding, spiral curriculum
- Malaguzzi: inquiry-based, emergent curriculum, environment as teacher
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit:
- Embedded: Observation - planning - evaluation cycles are integrated into programming.
- Reflection: Educators critically analyse program effectiveness and child engagement.
- Engagement: Families are consulted to contribute ideas and feedback for curriculum planning.
- National Quality Framework Links:
- QA1 – Educational Program & Practice, QA6 – Collaborative Partnerships with Families & Communities
Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Framework Links: - Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
- Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators
- Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
Month 7 – Creating a Strong Team Culture
Certificate: Creating a Strong Team Culture
Modules covered - (will appear on certificate)
- Handling difficult conversations
- Building positive team culture
- Appreciation and recognition practices
- Conflict resolution in the workplace
- Workings:
- Video: Creating positive team culture
- Relationships with Children: Strengthen relationships by supporting children to manage emotions, social interactions, and conflict constructively.
- Relationships with Families: Families are engaged in strategies for resolving conflicts and reinforcing positive relationships between educators, children, and peers.
- Workbook to support Modules
- Checklists to support Modules
- Weekly programming step-by-step Educator guide
- Reflection prompts to support Modules
- Video: Leading difficult conversations with confidence
- Theorists:
- Thomas Gordon, Daniel Goleman, Margaret Wheatley
- Gordon: conflict resolution and communication skills
- Goleman: emotional intelligence in relationships
- Wheatley: building strong team culture through shared vision
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit:
- Embedded: Conflict resolution strategies are consistently used to maintain a positive team and learning environment.
- Reflection: Educators reflect on interactions to improve social-emotional learning outcomes.
- Engagement: Families are involved in supporting children’s social skills and behaviour strategies.
- National Quality Framework Links:
- QA4 – Staffing Arrangements, QA5 – Relationships with Children, QA7 – Leadership & Service Management
Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Links: - Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
- Outcome 1: Children develop a strong sense of identity
- Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators
Month 8 – Compliance Deep Dive
Certificate: Compliance Deep Dive
Modules covered - (will appear on certificate)
- Common compliance concerns
- Implement routines and safety practices that maintain trust and respect in educator-child interactions.
- Daily health & safety checks
- Risk assessment procedures
- Embedding compliance into everyday practice
- Workbook to support Modules
- Checklists to support Modules
- Step-by-step Educator guide
- Reflection prompts to support Modules
- Video: Common compliance concerns and how to avoid them
- Relationships with Children: Implement routines and safety practices that maintain trust and respect in educator-child interactions.
- Relationships with Families: Families are informed and consulted on health, safety, and compliance practices, fostering transparency and trust.
- Theorists:
- Bronfenbrenner, Piaget, Vygotsky
- Bronfenbrenner: understanding the child within the ecological system
- Piaget: developmental appropriateness in health and safety practices
- Vygotsky: social learning and modelling safe behaviours
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit:
- Embedded: Health, safety, and compliance practices are standard across service operations.
- Reflection: Educators assess compliance procedures to ensure children’s wellbeing is prioritised.
- Engagement: Families are informed and involved in health, safety, and risk management practices.
- National Quality Framework Links:
- QA2 – Children’s Health & Safety, QA7 – Leadership & Service Management
Early Years Learning Framework Links: - Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
- Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
- Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators
Month 9 – Quality Improvement & QIP
Certificate: Quality Improvement & QIP
Modules covered - (will appear on certificate)
- Step-by-step QIP planning process
- Mock A&R visit expectations
- Policy review and reflection
- Reflect on relational practice as part of QIP self-assessment to improve educator-child relationships.
- Embedding quality improvement in practice
- Workbook: unpacking the 7 Quality Areas
- Self-paced workbook: creating your QIP step by step
- Workbook to support Modules
- Checklists to support Modules
- Step-by-step Educator guide
- Reflection prompts to support Modules
- Video: Mock walkthrough of an A&R visit
- Relationships with Children: Reflect on relational practice as part of QIP self-assessment to improve educator-child connections.
- Relationships with Families: Families are invited to contribute feedback and suggestions during QIP planning and policy reviews.
- Checklist: ACECQA Assessment & Rating prep
- Template pack: policy review made easy
- Pre-recorded video: understanding your regulatory authority’s expectations
- Theorists:
- W. Edwards Deming, Peter Senge, Bronfenbrenner
- Deming: continuous improvement cycles
- Senge: reflective practice for organisational growth
- Bronfenbrenner: considering multiple influences on child outcomes
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit:
- Embedded: QIP actions and self-assessment routines are embedded into service operations.
- Reflection: Teams critically evaluate policies, programs, and teaching practices.
- Engagement: Families and community partners provide feedback that shapes service improvement strategies.
- National Quality Framework:
- QA7 – Leadership & Service Management, QA1 – Educational Program & Practice
Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Framework: - Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
- Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators
- Outcome 1: Children develop a strong sense of identity
Month 10 – Family & Community Partnerships
Certificate: Family & Community Partnerships
Modules covered - (will appear on certificate)
- Strengthening family engagement
- Integrating family input into programs
- Collaborate with families to understand children’s social-emotional needs and enhance relationships.
- Reflecting on community partnerships
- Building sustainable community connections
- Workbook: building respectful family engagement
- Workbook to support Modules
- Checklists to support Modules
- Step-by-step Educator guide
- Reflection prompts to support Modules
- Video: Integrating family input into programs
- Relationships with Children: Collaborate with families to understand children’s social-emotional needs and enhance relationships.
- Relationships with Families: Families are active participants in co-designing programs, sharing input, and contributing to community connections.
- Theorists:
- Bronfenbrenner, Urie Bronfenbrenner & Margaret Clark, Reggio Emilia principles
- Bronfenbrenner: family and community as layers influencing learning
- Reggio Emilia: parent collaboration and community engagement
- Clark: partnerships with families for meaningful learning
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit:
- Embedded: Family and community input is routinely incorporated into program design.
- Reflection: Educators evaluate the effectiveness of engagement strategies.
- Engagement: Families co-design learning experiences and contribute to service decisions.
- National Quality Framework Links:
- QA6 – Collaborative Partnerships with Families & Communities, QA5 – Relationships with Children
Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Framework: - Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
- Outcome 1: Children develop a strong sense of identity
- Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators
Month 11 – Sustainability & Future Focus
Certificate: Sustainability & Future Focus
Modules covered - (will appear on certificate)
- Embedding sustainable practices
- Children as global citizens
- Include children in sustainability initiatives, fostering teamwork, responsibility, and relational skills.
- Service sustainability action planning
- Future-focused practices in ECEC
- Workbook: embedding sustainable practices in the curriculum
- Workbook to support Modules
- Checklists to support Modules
- Step-by-step Educator guide
- Reflection prompts to support Modules
- Video: Children as global citizens
- Relationships with Children: Include children in sustainability initiatives, fostering teamwork, responsibility, and relational skills
- Relationships with Families: Families and local community members co-lead sustainability initiatives and share practices that extend learning beyond the service.
- Theorists:
David Orr, Malaguzzi, Bronfenbrenner - Orr: environmental education and sustainability
- Malaguzzi: children as active participants in their world
- Bronfenbrenner: ecological perspectives on child development
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit:
- Embedded: Sustainable practices are integrated into daily learning and routines.
- Reflection: Educators critically reflect on environmental and social initiatives with children.
- Engagement: Families and community members are actively involved in sustainability projects.
- National Quality Framework Links:
- QA3 – Physical Environment, QA1 – Educational Program & Practice
Early Years Learning Framework/My Time Our Place Framework Links: - Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
- Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
- Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
Month 12 – Reflect, Celebrate & Grow
Certificate: Reflect, Celebrate & Grow
Modules covered - (will appear on certificate)
- Yearly professional learning reflection
- Continuous improvement mindset training
- Reflect on how strong relationships have supported children’s learning and development across the year.
- Setting new professional goals
- Service-wide growth
- Workbook: continuous improvement mindset
- Workbook to support Modules
- Checklists to support Modules
- Step-by-step Educator guide
- Reflection prompts to support Modules
- Video: Celebrating success & setting new goals
- Relationships with children: Reflect on how strong relationships have supported children’s learning and development across the year.
- Relationships with Families and Communities: Families provide reflections on the year, celebrating achievements and guiding priorities for the year ahead.
- Toolkits:
- Educator Toolkit
- Nominated Supervisor Toolkit
- Early Learning Centre Toolkit
- Theorists:
John Dewey, Donald Schön, Peter Senge - Dewey: reflective learning and experiential education
- Schön: reflective practitioner, critical reflection
- Senge: learning organisations and growth mindset
- Exceeding Themes Toolkit:
- Embedded: Reflection and celebration of learning are embedded into service routines and culture.
- Reflection: Educators critically analyse the year’s practices to plan future improvements.
- Engagement: Families provide feedback on children’s learning and service experiences, shaping future planning.
- National Quality Framework Links:
- QA7 – Leadership & Service Management, QA1 – Educational Program & Practice, QA6 – Collaborative Partnerships
- Early Years Learning Frameworks/My Time Our Place Framework:
- Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
- Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators
- Outcome 1: Children develop a strong sense of identity