Course Information
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
The course will be delivered online over 9 days in the year, from 9am to 12pm* on the following dates:
Saturday 22 February
Saturday 29 March
Saturday 26 April
Saturday 31 May
Saturday 28 June
Saturday 26 July
Saturday 30 Aug
Saturday 27 September
Saturday 25 October (in person Seminar)
*Times may vary
Tutors
Ebba Bodame, Catherine Pilko, Bec Whitcombe, and Meg Quinlisk
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 2025
Course Fee: A$1,200 (payment plans available)
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.
Payment Options
- Full payment
- Two-part payment
- Monthly payment (per session payment)
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Background to The Art of Caring
For all questions and inquiries please contact the Course coordinator, Robyn Davis using the contact form below
