Workshops at ACCCO

Next event: Director's Workshop - Brisbane, 23rd June

Testimonial: After arranging our first workshop with ACCCO, I was concerned at how the session may be received. However I was soon to learn my concerns were unfounded. Fifty -four staff from five centres attended and were truly inspired by ACCCO’s 'Invitations to Play'.They left with a renewed energy, images for their rooms, new ideas and renewed enthusiasm. Thank-you ACCCO for a inspirational evening. Julie Watts- Operations Manager

Testimonial Being a Regional Manager for Childcare Centre’s I visit many rooms across a variety of ages and I have noticed that the majority seem to have lost the “WOW” factor e.g. would I like to stay here all day? So along with many staff I attended the “Invitations for Play” workshop facilitated by Judi Cooke and I along with all the staff, was thoroughly invigorated, excited, motivated etc, this was just what I was looking for. Driving 3 staff home afterwards my car was alight with great excitement! One comment said it all “how simple things can be to make such a difference”
Cherie Clark - Regional Manager

ACCCO hosts a variety of workshops and in-service courses to support the training
needs of the early childhood industry. While we offer a range of courses at the ACCCO office, we also can come to your service and provide training to the whole team at a time convenient to you. All training uses up to date industry information and is linked to Licensing and Accreditation requirements. Training is conducted by qualified, friendly, experienced and impartial staff.

Each workshop costs $25.00 per head with a minimum of 16 staff. Cost includes 2 hour workshop, presenter, handouts and certificates

Click here for our current Brisbane workshop timetable
Click here for Brisbane Director meeting timetable

In addition to planned timetables, ACCCO offers the following workshops at a time and place convenient to you:

Child Protection	Engage staff in the legislation of child protection, centre policies and scenario to detect possible child abuse within the centre. Recording, evaluating and notification.
Invitations to Play	Encourage staff to present the environment to children, staff and parents in an aesthetic manner. Discover creative ways to transform the environment from institutional to comfort and belonging.
Let’s make Music FUN!	Music may not be your forte but learn what you can do to make it fun for you and the children. Make and use resources for fun interactions.
Where the EYLF are YOU?	Begin to understand the new Early Years Learning Framework for Australia. How will this impact on your service? A series of 3 workshops which unfolds the new terminology for staff and allows them to decide on how they address the new package.
Food Safety	What does the staff need to focus on to be able to serve food in a child care centre? What standards are to be addressed and what record keeping needs to be completed?
Making Resources	Learn to make visual resources for stories and songs to attract children’s attention. Making resources from felt, clip art and gloves.
How to manage a language session.	Language is more than stories. What can be included in a language session and how can you keep the children’s attention? Practical ideas of how to engage children in the language programme.
Team building	Team building is...an active process by which a group of individuals with a common purpose are focused and aligned to achieve a specific task or set of outcomes Team building is...a tool for improving employee motivation Team building is...the ability to create a sense of belonging and ownership among team members
Behaviour Management	Learn skills to assist you and your staff in managing children’s behaviours within different age groups. Do all staff have the same techniques so as not to confuse the child when dealing with conflicts?
Programming and Evaluation	What should staff be considering when programming for children and how is the evaluation process important in the cycle of programming? There is no one way to programme but participants are encouraged to consider ease of programming and meeting the requirements for NCAC and the National Standards.(EYLF)
Stress and Time Management	This workshop presents to staff triggers for their stresses in child care and how to manage these effectively. Included are ideas for effective time management and its importance for creating a calm environment for children and parents.
Communication within the workplace	What forms of communication are used within the child care service? What can be effective communication and how it impacts on staff morale? What are your responsibilities according to your qualification within your service? Do you communicate in a positive manner to staff, children and parents while at work?
Manual Handling	An important workshop for all staff to consider their own health and ensure that they are working within the guidelines of Occupational Health and Safety.
Value of Outdoor Play	Setting up inviting environments in the outdoor playground. It is more that running, jumping and bike riding. What else can be valuable in the outdoor environment? This addresses all ages of children from babies to 5 year old children.
Sleep and Rest Techniques	Staff will gain knowledge in practical solutions to settling children for Sleep and Rest.
Nursery and Toddler Workshop	This workshop focuses on staff techniques when working with children under 3 years old. How is the environment set to engage children? What communication systems are in place for the staff and parents?

** If there is a topic in which you are interested for in-service training and it is not listed above, then please contact ACCCO. More than likely, we can provide training for your organisation at a time and place convenient to you!!**

Director Workshops
These are also held regularly to support Directors in their role. A small group is a great way to keep up to date with the challenging requirements of being a Director.

Please note: Workshops listed above are for Professional Development purposes and do not form a part of any qualification offered by ACCCO. ACCCO will issue a Statement of Attendance for these Workshops.