Your pathway to build your skills and become workforce ready
Build experience and confidence
Keen to get a taste for a career in Early Childhood Education and Care? Join The Academy and immerse yourself into:
- 8 FREE introductory learning modules
- Opportunity for work experience at a Pilbara Early Learning Centre
This will enable you to understand children’s learning and developmental needs while gaining a thorough understanding of the importance of the Educator role. We will guide you through the journey with one-on-one mentoring and support. There is no time limit to complete and we can tailor your learning journey to suit your individual circumstances.
We want you to succeed and there are many ways you can start your journey
Online Learning Modules
These 8 online modules are an introduction to working in Early Childhood Education and Care, can be completed at your own pace and have a “Reflection Journal” – no exams!
There is no certification for completion and it is not accredited – it is experience. Our consultants will get you set up with our Online Learning Centre and you can start the modules immediately.
The best part is that you can begin your work experience after completing just 2 modules!
Work Placement
If you are looking for practical experience, there are 2 modules you need to complete before starting your Certificate III. These can be done during work experience or as casual employment. We will support you to find a placement within one of our participating Early Learning Centres or Outside School Hours Care services.
Earn financial incentives at the same time!
Thriving Futures Academy offers financial incentives when you start and finish training modules, as well as when you secure employment! This means you can try something new and explore where your passion can take you, without locking yourself in with a new employer. However, if you do find that you love the role (and why wouldn’t you!) there’s the added $1,000 incentive when you start your first job!
- Completion of modules
- Module mentoring
- Completion of all modules
- Journal completion
- Mentoring
- Emplyment commencement
- Successful completion probation
- Completion of modules
- Module mentoring
- Completion of all modules
- Journal completion
- Mentoring
- Emplyment commencement
- Successful completion probation
Once you have completed The Academy we can help prepare you for an interview to secure employment within one of our participating Early Learning Centres! Once you are offered a job through the Thriving Futures program, we make sure you have ongoing mentoring and support.
We can also support you through further study (Certificate 3 or Diploma here we come!)
As an Educator, what makes every day special?
Create the learning foundations for children’s future
Watch children grow and learn thanks to your care
Provide a safe, nurturing space where children can thrive
Meet your mentor
Working as an Early Childhood Educator, Group Leader, Educational Leader, Assistant Director and Director has led Sasha to her purpose within the sector: to drive awareness around the importance and impact of building relationships, developing professional resilience and becoming advocates every day for the children of Australia and beyond.
Testimonials
Meet Thriving Futures candidate Nirasha
Nirasha joined Thriving Futures just 3 months after the program kicked off in 2020 and we recently celebrated her completing her Cert III in Early Childhood Education and Care!
Not local to the Pilbara?
The region has everything from stunning coastline, magnificent gorges and outback adventures!
We have five participating centres in the region; you may be based in Port Hedland or Newman, both with unique towns and surroundings.
Thinking about starting your Academy journey? Here are some FAQs…
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Yes! You can start both journey’s the Academy offers.
Once you are 17.5 years, you can be employed by a Centre. There are exemptions, if you are looking for a permanent job while you are 16. Speak to our team to find out more about how we can start your career. -
Yes! The Academy will teach you about being an early childhood Educator and we can help you find some work experience.
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Nothing, the Academy is free! However, you will be responsible for the cost of your Police Clearance and Working with Children Check.
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The Academy provides flexible learning to fit around your lifestyle! It depends on which option and journey you choose to complete as well as your current work/study commitments.
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You are considered an Academy graduate when you have either:
Been actively engaged in the Academy:
– Completion of modules
– Completion of your Journal
– Engaged in mentoring OR
Been employed in an Early Learning Centre setting OR
Commenced a Traineeship (incl. Certificate III in ECEC)