Course Overview
The Art of Caring, originally developed by internationally regarded Steiner educator, Dr Renate Long-Breipohl, has been designed to awaken the art of professional caring for the very early childhood years from birth to five; to assist educators, parents and carers in creating a warm and nourishing environment; and to stimulate the essential inner-development of the educator for the benefit of the individual as well as the children in their care.
The course content will include in-depth talks and practical workshops on child development and the art of conscious caring to prepare participants with the necessary foundational knowledge of Steiner/Waldorf education.
No prior learning or qualification is required.
Please note that this course is meant for individuals wishing to establish a Family Day Care, Playgroup, or to inform their Parenting or Home Education environment, and may be seen as a precursor, and not a substitute for the Early Childhood Foundation Course (ECF) that is required for teaching in Steiner/Waldorf Preschools and Kindergartens.
Special note for Family Day Care Providers
From 1 July 2023 Family Day Care educators are required to hold as minimum, a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care to be eligible to open a Family Day Care business. A Cert III qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30121) can be obtained through the NSW Family Day Care Association/PEAK Training. You can read more about Fee Free eligibility and enrolment HERE. |
Course Dates 2025
To be confirmed
Course Dates 2024
The course will be delivered online over 10 days in the year, from 9am to 12pm* on the following dates:
Saturday 24 February
Saturday 23 March
Saturday 27 April
Saturday 25 May
Saturday 22 June
Saturday 27 July
Saturday 24 Aug
Saturday 28 September
Saturday and Sunday 26 / 27 October
*Times may vary
Tutors
Ebba Bodame, Catherine Pilko, Meg Quinlisk, Katrina Ross, and Bec Whitcombe
Details
Course Prerequisites: There are no specific requirements for entry into this course. Experience in working with children under three or parenting young children is desirable.
Course Coordinator: Robyn Davis robynd@sydneyrudolfsteinercollege.com
Course Code: AOC
Course Fee: To be confirmed
Please note, If the partial payment option is selected, the second payment (2 of 2) will be payable before 22 June 2024.
All enrolments must be received at least 5 days before the commencement of the course.
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Background to The Art of Caring
For all questions and inquiries please email the Course coordinator, Robyn Davis at robynd@sydneyrudolfsteinercollege.com