ACECQA is currently reviewing the current NQF staffing and qualification regulations to improve consistency, support quality, and reduce complexity. To inform this important work, ACECQA wants to hear your views on how the current NQF staffing and qualification regulations could be improved.
As part of their current public consultation process, you can:
- find out more about the review and the regulations under consideration by attending one of our online consultation webinars during June and July
- share your views by completing our online consultation survey by 4 August
About This Review
The children’s education and care sector has made significant progress since the introduction of the NQF, thanks to the efforts of hundreds of thousands of service providers, educational leaders, educators and ECTs. Demand for high-quality children’s education and care is stronger than ever and continues to grow. However, as we enter the second decade of the NQF, we are experiencing issues attracting and retaining highly qualified and experienced educators and ECTs.
One of the 21 actions within Shaping Our Future commits to a comprehensive review of the current NQF staffing and qualification regulations to improve consistency, support quality, and reduce complexity. ACECQA has been commissioned to undertake this work on behalf of all governments.
For more information: Review of NQF Staffing and Qualification Regulations
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