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For a business in any sector, including early childhood, to reach its full potential and thrive, there are a few keys to success. It needs to offer a valuable service or product. It needs to provide a clean and safe environment in which to operate. It needs to spread the word about what it has […]

Imagine working in a job that doesn’t feel like you’re working at all. A career that is based on your natural abilities and makes you stop and think ‘I can’t believe I actually get paid to do this’. And while we can’t all be paid to take long walks on the beach or watch Netflix, […]

Home care can mean the difference between an elderly or disabled person having to move out of their home into a care facility or being able to stay in the comfort of their home. Home care is highly valuable to those requiring care who want to continue living at home. It is also a valuable […]

Imagine if you could find a career that put your own top skills to use. A job that felt like you weren’t working at all, because you were just doing what you’re naturally good at. You know, those jobs that make you think ‘I can’t believe I actually get paid to do this’. And while […]

Early childhood education doesn’t just offer you a job, but a career. A career where you can change the lives of children for the better and even change the world. A career you can grow in and advance in, professionally as well as personally. Selmar takes great pride in supporting learners to enter the early […]

When it comes time to start placement, many learners are curious about how to go about finding an aged care facility to complete their required hours. At Selmar, our Practical Placement Coordinator Michelle Gleeson plays a key role in every learner’s placement journey. Practical placement is an essential and highly valuable part of getting qualified […]

In any career and in life, it’s normal to crave growth, new responsibilities and fresh challenges over time. Early childhood education careers have many avenues to explore career progression and put your skills and experience to work in a new direction. When it comes to career progression, there isn’t just one way to do it. […]

Deciding to enrol to get qualified in early childhood education or to upskill your qualifications in the sector can open the door to an empowering career caring for children during their earliest years of life. This is a time of crucial brain development for children, and educators can make a lasting positive impact on children’s […]

Whether you have some extra time on your hands, want to enhance your offering as an employee, or you are simply craving fresh knowledge and skills, short courses have a lot to offer. In early childhood education, short courses can enhance the way you work and open you up to advancements in your career. Short […]

When you are planning to undertake a course, it’s important to do your research and choose the right training provider to help you get where you want to go. For most learners, this means relevant course material, support when you need it and practical learning experiences to ensure you can graduate feeling job-ready. Nurturing children’s […]

Don’t let Easter pass by unnoticed in your aged care setting — use this time of year to explore Easter. A simple yet enjoyable way to do this is through incorporating a range of Easter-themed activities for elderly residents to partake in. For some Easter may be a time of religious reflection, while for others […]

Easter means a lot of different things to everyone, whether it’s a time of religious recognition, a long weekend to look forward to or a period to eat lots of delicious food (and chocolate!). Whatever Easter means to you, it’s commonly a time that people get together with their families or gather within communities. It’s […]

Qualifications and training are vital to succeed in the aged care sector and to upholding a high standard of care for elderly people. It’s important to also understand the value of human qualities and interpersonal skills in the sector.     The aged care sector has a lot to offer its workforce, and highly skilled […]

If you have time on your hands that you would like to make the most of, or you want to gain extra knowledge and skills to ensure you can deliver the highest quality aged care possible, a short course could be right for you. As well as benefitting employees and those they provide care for, […]

Early childhood education and care (ECEC) is a growing, dynamic sector, where opportunities for satisfying work, a meaningful and valued contribution, and career prospects are only increasing. In ECEC you’ll find a career for life, with opportunities for progression into leadership positions for those who want to take the next step. A growing sector Some […]

If you’re looking to build your workforce, an Australian Apprenticeship is a great recruitment option for businesses, whether you’re introducing new staff or looking to train and retain top talent. To help you, the Commonwealth Government’s ‘Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements’ (BAC) wage subsidy program has been extended for 12 months. The program enables eligible Victorian employers […]

Commonwealth traineeship wage subsidy program extended With traineeships in NSW a key part of hiring and training strategies, it is great news that the Australian Government will extend the subsidy of 50% of the wages of apprentices and trainees signed into the scheme from 5 October 2020 up until 30 September 2021 up to a maximum […]

Aged care jobs are in demand. If finding a meaningful and fulfilling career with genuine job prospects is important to you, it might be time for you to explore the aged care sector. Aged care is one of the largest sectors in Australia, with recent data from the National Aged Care Workforce Census and Survey […]

The pandemic has given us an opportunity to think about what it means to be effective leaders and in particular what it means to be a relational or ethical leader. Early childhood practitioners generally see crisis as a problematic state, but let’s not lose sight of the learning opportunities that a crisis creates. Now, that […]

Recently we were honoured to be joined by Stephen Duckett, Grattan Institute’s Health Program Director, for a dynamic virtual roundtable discussion about the current state of Australia’s aged care system. We were also joined by an expert panel apart of Selmar’s regular industry engagement to ensure the relevance of our training, assessment practices and resources. […]

The job application process is an exciting part of the journey to achieve your career goals. Now is the time to showcase what you have learnt through your training, explore job options and meet with a prospective employer in an aged care job interview. To set yourself up to shine during the aged care job […]

Practical, hands-on learning experiences are an essential part of your early childhood education course. This is why practical placement is incorporated into early childhood education and care courses – to ensure that every learner has the opportunity to apply everything they’re learning and get real-life knowledge in the workplace. The practical placement hours of a […]

There are old ways of doing things, there are new ways of doing things and then there are better ways of doing things. At Selmar, we believe that human-centred education is a better way forward for those who want to expand their knowledge and skillset while also growing as an individual on many levels. As […]

The executive summary of the final report from the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety contains significant and sweeping proposals for reform of the aged care sector. The government has responded by pledging $452million to support the implementation of what it sees as five key pillars for reform. This article summarises some of […]

When you picture an early childhood educator, what comes to mind? Painting and craft all day, playing outside in the sandpit? While those things are part of the fun while caring for and engaging with children as an educator, there’s a lot more to being a quality early childhood educator than many realise. Providing the […]

When providing care for ageing individuals, it is valuable to understand how the approach to care may need to be re-evaluated and updated over time. This may be due to a person’s health and their requirements evolving, or it could be dependent on their individual values and preferences. An important element of the work undertaken […]

Gaining experience in a particular field of work to improve your employment prospects often seems tricky. You can get the qualifications required by undertaking the relevant course, but how about getting those on-the-job skills? A course that incorporates practical placement or work placement can be a game-changer. You can acquire the necessary qualification for your […]

Ready to explore an aged care career? Doing your research on any sector you’re considering entering is important, as it’s common to find out that there was plenty about a career pathway that you had no idea about! When it comes to working in aged care, there are the practical considerations such as the types […]

When studying, it can be easy to lose your way at times. Losing track of your goals, and your progress towards achieving them, can leave you feeling unmotivated and frustrated. But getting back into the swing of your studies is easier than you may realise. A few tweaks here and there can make all the […]

Deciding on a course that will take you along the career path that you want to go is exciting. The last thing you want is to be put off by financial stress, wondering how you will pay for your studies. Education is an important investment, so having options to plan to fund your course can […]