Jan
15
Wed
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SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
12:00am - 11:59pm
ONLINE (enrol and start any time from 15 Jan - 15 Dec)
Description: This nationally accredited unit offered by Home Economics Victoria RTO: 21063 is for teachers, kitchen assistants and students requiring a formal food handling unit. Discount of 50% for classes with classroom teacher free.
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Jan
15
Wed
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SITSS00069 Food Safety Supervision
12:00am - 11:59pm
ONLINE (enrol and start any time from 15 Jan - 15 Dec)
Description: This nationally accredited skill set is for schools requiring a food safety supervisor. Suitable for teachers, kitchen assistants, canteen staff or students seeking work in hospitality. Contact us for student prices.
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Feb
21
Fri
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NAT11125001 Manage classes in practical home economics contexts
12:00am - 11:59pm
Online (semester runs from 21 Feb - 13 Jun 2025)
Description: Are you an out-of-field teacher needing skills to teach practical foods classes? This nationally recognised unit addresses the skills and knowledge required to effectively plan, manage, teach and evaluate classes in practical home economics contexts. It develops your capacity to manage individuals and groups of students ensuring work health and safety. This accredited unit is part of the Graduate Diploma of Home Economics Education (nationally recognised qualification) offered by Home Economics Victoria RTO: 21603. Includes 12 hours of teaching practicum/professional practice (RPL available) and two-days face-to-face in a school kitchen setting. Upon successful completion of this unit, participants will receive a Statement of Attainment.
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Mar
7
Fri
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2025 Design Conference
8:30am - 3:30pm
LCI Melbourne Collingwood Victoria
Description: A professional learning event tailored for Design and Technologies teachers with a focus on textiles and VCE Product Design and Technologies, as well as enthusiasts eager to explore innovative practices in design and technologies education. The day will feature hands-on workshops, inspiring speakers, and engaging breakout sessions focused on emerging trends, sustainable design, and practical classroom applications. Participants will gain fresh ideas and resources to enhance their teaching while connecting with other like-minded teachers and professionals in an exciting and creative space. Priority for session preferences given to early registrants.
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Mar
17
Mon
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Victorian Curriculum v2: The next step webinar (FREE)
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Online
Description: This one-hour FREE webinar will be presented by Dr Leanne Compton, Curriculum Manager for Design and Technologies at the VCAA. Following familiarisation sessions for the Victorian Curriculum v2, the next step is to examine the achievement standards and content descriptions in order to develop learning and teaching activities. This webinar will coincide with the release of the next phase of the Victorian Curriculum v2 website.
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Mar
18
Tue
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World Home Economics Day and AGM
6:00pm - 8:00pm
The George on Collins, 162-168 Collins Street, Melbourne
Description: Come along to The George on Collins to connect, celebrate and share a fantastic meal with fellow educators and Home Economics supporters. We look forward to celebrating World Home Economics Day and the achievements of our Graduate Diploma in Home Economics Education recipients by enjoying a delicious evening together over modern Asian cuisine.
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Mar
24
Mon
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VCE Food Studies Examination Report webinar (FREE)
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Online
Description: Using the Chief Assessor's report of the 2024 VCE Food Studies exam, this FREE webinar presented by Daniel Baldwin, Mackillop College Werribee, will provide you with an understanding of the exam trends, areas of strength and weakness, sample answers or an indication of what answers may have included. Attend the live session or view recording at your convenience.
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Mar
25
Tue
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VCE Product Design and Technologies Examination Report webinar (FREE)
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Online
Description: Using the Chief Assessor's report of the 2024 VCE Product Design and Technologies exam, this FREE webinar presented by Ngaire Thomson, Ivanhoe Grammar School, will provide you with an understanding of the exam trends, areas of strength and weakness, sample answers or an indication of what answers may have included. Attend the live session or view recording at your convenience.
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Apr
8
Tue
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Skills for Food Studies - term 1 2025 (Tues 8 April & Wed 9 April)
9:00am - 4:00pm
Huntingtower School, 77 Waimarie Drive, Mount Waverley
Description: Currently teaching junior home economics or food studies without any formal qualification in this method? Could do with some tips on how to deliver the subject confidently and safely in a practical setting? This introductory professional learning course will provide you with some basic skills to get you started. Delivered by a highly experienced food studies teacher, who will cover everything from cooking demonstrations, to kitchen hazards, kitchen classroom operation and class timing.
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