Professional Development is a legislative requirement for all care professionals, with training in Child Protection and First Aid being mandatory.
Join Dr Mary Anne Hall for this Free Live Webinar, presented by EPEC Education, as she provides guidance for care professionals on how to access professional development, and importantly, how to choose topics that are relevant to each individuals operating environment.
This Webinar highlights:
- First aid requirements for childcare & disability professionals
- Child protection legislation requirements in each state
- The relationship between critical reflection and professional development
- Using professional development as a tool to improve your care practices
This Webinar is suitable for all providers within the care sector.
Cost: Free
When: 10th June 2021
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm AEST (QLD) - Please adjust for your state
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