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Early childhood educators have their work cut out for them. It’s not just the daily stuff – chaos, tantrums, mess – but also the big responsibility of shaping young futures. It’s important to take this responsibility seriously, but you know what? It’s super important to have fun too. Everyone will tell you that one of […]

With Labor’s Jobs and Skills Summit taking place earlier this month, the spotlight is on employment, training and in-demand roles. Government projections show that Australia faces a nation-wide skills shortage in key sectors where an influx of qualified workers is needed. It may come as no surprise that aged care and child care are right […]

The early childhood education sector offers a promising career for those seeking work that is fulfilling and makes a genuine difference each day. When entering this sector it’s worth assessing your short and long term goals. From here, you can get to exploring your career progression opportunities — after all, where you start out may […]

Getting started in the rewarding early childhood sector can provide a career that is fulfilling and has a positive impact on future generations. For people who want to make a difference in the world, working with children is an excellent choice. As well providing a career that brings a sense of purpose to your life, […]

We all want to find that dream career that doesn’t feel like work at all, but when you’re exploring career options it can be difficult to know which is right for you. A lot goes into making the right choice that will hopefully lead to choosing a career that is a good fit. For example, […]

Working in the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector offers many rewarding career pathways. It provides the opportunity for individuals to make positive long lasting impacts on the lives of children during their most crucial years of growth and development. To celebrate the honourable work that educators do each and every day, to give […]

The idea of what we might be when we ‘grow up’ is one that we begin considering from a young age. In reality, most people will have many career changes throughout the course of their working life. What you do when you finish high school is highly unlikely to reflect your job at 25, 35 […]

Deciding which career path to take can be both exciting and scary. After all, you want to make sure you are making the right decision for you! If you think that you’re ready to start a career in early childhood education and care, you can be certain that your work will truly make a difference. […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

An early childhood education career can set you up for a bright future enhancing the education and development of children. There are many roles available for meaningful and fun employment in the sector that can suit a range of different people. Providing care for children during the most vital time of development in the first […]

Finishing Year 12 and leaving high school behind you is a big deal. After all, you’ve spent most of your life at school up until this point. If you have just finished Year 12, chances are you’ve been doing a lot of thinking about what comes next for you. In particular, you might be wondering […]

Did you know that the most critical period of development for the human brain is in the first five years of life? It is during this time that the brain undergoes the fastest development to lay the foundation for our future. It is also the period of time when children in Australia have the opportunity […]

Continued youth population growth in Australia, increasing female participation in the workforce, government reforms and increased government spending on the sector, combine to see Australia’s early learning sector boom and with that plenty of child care jobs for the foreseeable future. According to the Australian Productivity Commission, in 2019, throughout Australia there are almost 1.3 […]

Now is the time to learn, with fee free traineeships available for NSW students and employers. With Government-funded traineeship courses on offer in the booming aged care or early childhood sectors, this is the perfect opportunity for students to gain qualifications and start a meaningful career. Fee free traineeships means the NSW Government will pay […]

The Australian Government has announced the Early Childhood Education and Care Relief Package in direct response to the impact of COVID-19, to support childcare centres to remain open and keep educators within their jobs. This is to ensure that quality education and care can continue to be available for essential workers and disadvantaged and vulnerable […]

Wondering if a child care career is right for you? We’ve rounded up seven of the top reasons why working in child care is a great choice!     Excellent job prospects The child care sector is booming, with educators highly sought after across Australia. With the demand expected to continue to grow, a career […]

Students studying the Diploma of Early Childhood Education (CHC50121) at Selmar will now earn academic credits toward a Bachelor of Education with Swinburne Online, creating a pathway to university for Selmar learners.   Fast-tracking a Bachelor Degree in Education has never been more accessible. Credits earned through completion of the Diploma of Early Childhood Education will […]

Figuring out what you want to do after school can be both terrifying and overwhelming, especially with so many different options out there. If you’ve been thinking about a career in child care, there are a number of different opportunities that move beyond working in a child care centre. You can be an Au Pair […]

Students across Australia are preparing to finish high school and take on the next chapter of their lives. If you’re one of these students and you are farewelling your secondary school education, you might be wondering what’s next for you. What will you do with your time? What will your career be? With so many […]