Published 27 Oct 2026
Early career workshops to help you thrive in early childhood education
Starting your teaching career, or returning to the teaching profession, can be both exciting and challenging.
The Victorian Early Childhood Early Career Supports (VECECS) program offers practical support to help you build confidence, strengthen your skills and grow your professional identity.
Designed for early career and returning early childhood teachers and educators working in Victorian services that deliver funded kindergarten programs, VECECS offers conferences, workshops and coaching to help you thrive in the sector.
Build your skills and confidence
VECECS Early Career Workshops combine self-paced online learning with facilitated half-day online sessions.
Topics include:
- professional identity
- navigating challenging conversations
- leading reflective discussions with colleagues
- administrative skills in early childhood education
Registrations now open
Registrations for the 2026 Early Career Workshops are open - register now.
Keep an eye on the Early Childhood Hub for other VECECS opportunities, including coaching for early career and returning teachers and educators. Expressions of interest for the 2027 Early Career Coaching program open in Term 4 2026.
Find out more
Visit the Victorian Early Childhood Early Career Supports program webpage to learn more about the workshops, coaching and other professional learning opportunities available to support your career in early childhood education.