Foundations of High-Quality Early Childhood Practice

Foundations of High-Quality Early Childhood Practice
Professional Development Course for Educators
Monday 24th August 2026
6:00pm - 8:00pm - Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania
6:00pm - 8:00pm - Western Australia

Tuesday 25th August 2026
6:30pm - 8:30pm - Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania
6:00pm - 8:00pm - South Australia, Northern Territory

INDIVIDUAL - $129
TEAM - $599

Team is for an Individual Early Learning Team

Course Overview
Build your confidence and deepen your understanding of high-quality early childhood practice. This course explores child development, relationships, learning environments, documentation and professional practice, while connecting theory to everyday experiences in early childhood settings.
Perfect for educators wanting practical strategies to support children's learning, wellbeing and development.
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What Early Childhood Educators and Managers will Learn:
By the end of this course, you'll be able to:
  • Understand child development and the importance of the early years.
  • Apply the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) to everyday practice.
  • Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
  • Create engaging learning environments that inspire play and exploration.
  • Use intentional teaching, observation and documentation to support children's learning.
  • Plan meaningful experiences based on children's interests and development.
  • Foster inclusive, respectful and collaborative practices.
  • Strengthen communication, teamwork and professional confidence.
  • Use critical reflection to continuously improve your practice.
  • Implement practical strategies that enhance outcomes for children and families.

Modules:
Module 1
Welcome
• What you'll learn
• Setting yourself up for success

Module 2
• The Importance of Early Childhood
• Why the early years matter
• Brain development
• Building lifelong foundations
• The educator's impact

Module 3
• Understanding Child Development
• Physical development
• Cognitive development
• Social development
• Emotional development
• Language development

Module 4 –
• The EYLF Explained
• Vision and principles
• Practices
• Learning Outcomes
• Intentional teaching
• Holistic learning

Module 5
• Building Secure Relationships
• Attachment
• Responsive interactions
• Trust and belonging
• Respectful communication

Module 6
• Creating Engaging Learning Environments
• Indoor environments
• Outdoor environments
• Invitations to play
• Loose parts
• Sustainability

Module 7
• Observation and Documentation
• Why we observe
• Different observation methods
• Planning from observations
• Critical reflection

Module 8
• Working with Families
• Building partnerships
• Effective communication
• Difficult conversations
• Respecting diversity

Module 9
• Professional Practice
• Ethics
• Professionalism
• Teamwork
• Continuous improvement
• Reflective practice

Module 10
• Bringing It All Together
• Action plan
• Reflection

• Certificate of completion