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Supporting early childhood educator mental health and wellbeing

Webinars, videos and resources to support you to look out for one another and stay connected.

Resilience and Wellbeing: What works for you? Research findings and resources

In October 2021, Early Childhood Australia (ECA) undertook a research project on behalf of the Department of Education. This research looked at resilience and wellbeing in the early childhood education and care (ECEC) workforce.

Over 700 members of the Victorian ECEC sector participated in an online survey. This survey included optional follow-up focus groups and semi-structured interviews.

Thank you to all the professionals who participated in this important research. Three short videos, a fact sheet, and two tip sheets highlighting key research findings are available below.

Introduction to the study and key survey findings

Catharine Hydon and Dan Leach-McGill introduce the research. This outlines key findings from Victorian early childhood education and care professionals.

Strategies to support resilience and wellbeing for individuals

In this video, Catharine Hydon hears from the professionals involved in the research. They reflect on strategies they use to improve their personal wellbeing and resilience.

Strategies to support resilience and wellbeing for teams and services

In this video, Catharine Hydon discusses strategies for building resilience and wellbeing. among teams and services with professionals.

Purpose and Professionalism: Supporting career longevity in ECEC

Webinar 1

This session introduces educators to Australian research on purpose, professionalism, and career longevity. The webinar covers the role of leadership, teams and mentoring. The webinar explores these areas as sustaining factors for early childhood professionals.

Webinar 2

This session is a Q&A event hosted by Catharine Hydon. Two experienced Victorian educators reflect on their experiences in early childhood education. The webinar covers further study, professional learning, career planning and mentoring and coaching.

Educator wellbeing webinar series

In June and July 2020, Early Childhood Australia delivered a series of webinars on wellbeing. Catharine Hydon hosted the webinars with guest presenters Dr Narelle Lemon and Lisa Baker.

To watch the series visit Early Childhood Australia - Wellbeing webinar series.

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