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How to make your LinkedIn profile shine

How to make your LinkedIn profile shine

When you’re looking to kick off a career or find employment in your chosen sector, a strong online presence can go a long way. It’s not uncommon for employers to look for new candidates or research prospective employees on the internet. This means if you apply for a job you can expect that your LinkedIn […]

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How you can find employment after studying

How you can find employment after studying

Becoming qualified through vocational training is a rewarding experience in itself, but what can you look forward to once you graduate? Here are some helpful tips on how to find employment after your studies.     Take advantage of high job demand You may have heard that Australia currently faces a nationwide skills shortage, especially […]

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What can I claim — top student tax deductions

What can I claim — top student tax deductions

Top 5 tax hacks for students If you’re a student who’s wondering ‘ What can I claim at tax time? ‘, you might be surprised to learn of these five hacks to maximise your tax return. Don’t let these tax deductions slip past you while you’re studying. With tax time coming up at the end […]

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Are all first aid courses found on online genuine? Here’s how to tell

Are all first aid courses found on online genuine? Here’s how to tell

You’ve been researching first aid courses online and they all seem okay, but how do you know if they are genuine? You want an accredited first aid certificate that is nationally recognised, and not all trainers offering first aid courses can deliver that. Telling the difference between genuine, accredited first aid courses and ones that […]

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How to become an Aged Care Team Leader

How to become an Aged Care Team Leader

The aged care industry has many roles on offer to enjoy throughout your career. A position you might like to pursue is that of Aged Care Team Leader. This role involves leading a team of carers to ensure the highest standard of care is provided at all times. The position description for an Aged Care […]

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What to expect from a child care job interview

What to expect from a child care job interview

Getting the call to schedule a job interview for a role you applied for is exciting and means a big opportunity is in front of you. It’s no surprise then that so many people feel anxious and nervous at the thought of it. Knowing what to expect from your child care job interview can help […]

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Keep your first aid up to date and you could save a life just like these people!

Keep your first aid up to date and you could save a life just like these people!

First aid training is not a one-off, especially if you work in an industry like child care. Your first aid renewal is required every three years, and it’s certainly worthwhile. You might think you have retained plenty of information from your initial first aid training, but procedures can change and guidelines are regularly updated. Staying […]

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Why updating your first aid training is so important

Why updating your first aid training is so important

First aid training is something everyone can benefit from. Regardless of your industry, parental status, age or hobbies, an understanding of first aid is a life skill that could save someone else’s life. Equally important is keeping your first aid training up to date. If you already completed a first aid course, you should congratulate […]

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Salary guide for child care jobs

Salary guide for child care jobs

When you’re qualified in early childhood education there is a range of meaningful career paths you can take. From nanny to centre-based educator, family day care owner to child care centre director, each role is unique. Child care wages, hours and responsibilities can also vary depending on your position. If you’re exploring child care positions, […]

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How much early childhood educators earn (and how to become one)

How much early childhood educators earn (and how to become one)

The role of early childhood educator, also known as child care worker, is a valued role in communities. With the responsibility of caring for children to give them the best start, plus enabling parents to go back to work, a child care career is incredibly fulfilling. So what is the child care salary you can […]

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SunSmart child care centre recommendations

SunSmart child care centre recommendations

Working in child care settings we spend our time caring for children and their health and wellbeing. At this time of year it becomes especially important to be a SunSmart child care provider. Of course, working in child care you are in a busy environment with many children to care for, so you need a […]

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Protect children from the sun — here’s why it’s vital

Protect children from the sun — here’s why it’s vital

As adults we are all aware that we need to be safe in the sun. It’s also our responsibility to protect children from the sun. The hot sun and bronzed skin are synonymous with Australia, but protecting ourselves from the sun is vital for our health and the health of the children in our care. […]

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Myth Buster: What People Are Saying About the Safe Schools Program vs. What Is True

Myth Buster: What People Are Saying About the Safe Schools Program vs. What Is True

The Safe Schools Program has seen a lot of heat in the media about its progressive approach to supporting the LGBTQI community in the classroom. There are a number of anti-Safe Schools campaigns, which use myths as their primary driver to convince readers that Safe Schools is a bad idea. The purpose of the Safe […]

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Celebrating growing up and getting older in Australia

Celebrating growing up and getting older in Australia

The experience of growing up in Australia and then of course growing old is something special. Celebrating Australia should mean celebrating all this country has to offer its people, including a diverse society, laidback culture and beautiful landscapes from country to coast. Part of our identity is defined by our relationship to Australia, making our […]

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What is the Safe Schools Program?

What is the Safe Schools Program?

As child care professionals, many of the young people in your care will be moving on to school each year. As you’re preparing children for the transition to school, parents and families are likely to have questions about school so it’s important to have an understanding of school-related topics, including often-discussed ones like the Safe […]

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5 tips to help you choose a course (when you don’t know what you want to do)

5 tips to help you choose a course (when you don’t know what you want to do)

Perhaps you’ve just finished school or returned from a gap year, or maybe you’re thinking of a career change. Either way, there are many times in life when we’re not sure what we want to do. When you’re trying to choose a course, that lack of direction doesn’t make it any easier! If you’re ready […]

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Taking the next steps: getting enrolled in your course

Taking the next steps: getting enrolled in your course

You’ve worked out what you want to do, the career direction that you’re after. You’ve even determined which course is right for you. But what’s next? The answer: figuring out how to enrol in your course. There are three main things to consider when looking into how to enrol. Check the requirements Make sure you […]

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How to start your own family day care service

How to start your own family day care service

There are many perks you get when you start a family day care — flexible hours, less stress, rewarding work. Take a look at many more benefits of being a family day care educator here. Many people, particularly parents, are looking for employment options where they can have the flexibility to earn money around their […]

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What is family day care (and why you might start your own)

What is family day care (and why you might start your own)

Living expenses have increased a lot over the years, yet wages have not. To make ends meet and provide for their families, or to continue with a career they love, many mums and dads are both at work. This has lead to higher demand for child care services throughout Australia, including newer options like family […]

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New Year, new career for 2018

New Year, new career for 2018

As we farewell 2017 and say a big ‘hello’ to 2018, it’s only natural that we reflect on the year that was — and start making our plans for the year to come. Could the end of the year be the beginning of a new career for you? New Year’s resolution: start a new career […]

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A merry inclusive Christmas

A merry inclusive Christmas

Christmas is a wonderful time of the year. With images of Santa Claus, elves and his reindeer filling shopping centres, homes and child care centres alike, it is an exciting time for children. Celebrating Christmas in your child care centre can be a fun and educational experience, but it is important to be mindful that […]

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Finding jobs in Australia

Finding jobs in Australia

Spending time finding jobs in Australia can feel like a full time job in itself. While there are plenty of jobs out there, when you don’t have qualifications, options can feel limited. You might have been looking at retail jobs without any luck — probably because according to Australian Bureau of Statistics data, there are […]

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Top 5 strategies to improve your mental health

Top 5 strategies to improve your mental health

When you’re focused on excelling in your career, it’s easy to forget about your own mental health and wellbeing. If you are working in the aged care or child care industries, chances are you are passionate about caring for others. You need to remember that in order to care for others well, you must care […]

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Things NOT to say in your next job interview

Things NOT to say in your next job interview

After the great success of our first blog giving 10 tips on how to write a resume that gets results, we were asked by our students what they should say or do that would get them results at a job interview too! There are many things you can say right at an interview. What’s more […]

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Identify and Manage Allergy Symptoms in Children

Identify and Manage Allergy Symptoms in Children

  As a child care worker, chances are you will have one or more children in your care who live with an allergy and allergy symptoms. The allergy may be to a range of different and common allergens, including: foods such as peanuts, cow’s milk, soy, seafood, and eggs dust animals like cats, dogs, horses […]

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Don’t Just Get Qualified… Get Employed At A Childcare Centre!

Don’t Just Get Qualified… Get Employed At A Childcare Centre!

Too often you hear about friends or family members studying something they love and then continuing to work in a job that is irrelevant to their passion. It’s easy to feel disheartened and to start to think that getting qualified doesn’t lead to a career… It could even put you off studying altogether. Thankfully, training […]

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Common Allergies In Children And How To Spot Them

Common Allergies In Children And How To Spot Them

  Allergies in children and allergic reactions can be quite serious so it’s important to understand what they are and how to spot them. What is an allergy? According to the Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy, an allergy occurs when the immune system reacts to a substance (allergen) in the environment which is […]

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Hay fever in child care: the facts

Hay fever in child care: the facts

Around one in seven Australians suffer from hay fever, or allergic rhinitis1. Children suffer from it too, and this means you’ll probably come across hay fever in child care settings. Despite its name, it is not caused by hay nor does it produce a fever! It is caused by allergens, such as pollen, dust, mould and […]

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Aged care trainer’s favourite activities

Aged care trainer’s favourite activities

Aged care trainer’s favourite activities At Selmar Aged Care Education Institute, all of our trainers are experienced aged care workers. We chatted to two of our trainers about their favourite activities in aged care facilities from their experience working. Sally I was a night shift worker and for those night owl residents we regularly hosted “ice-cream […]

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Benefits of an engaged work placement

Benefits of an engaged work placement

While everyone undertaking a child care course or an aged care course has to undertake work placement, there are ways to really make the most of this experience. When on work placement, it is important to be actively engaged with your environment to ensure you truly learn from experienced educators at your placement centre. When searching […]

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