Home Economics Victoria runs events for members and the public throughout the year. Click the "Register Here" button for each activity to see a full description including presenters and costs.

Webinars on demand are available for webinars from previous years.

Jan
15
Wed

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.

Jan
15
Wed

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.

Feb
10
Mon

The year in review: VCE Food Studies (FREE)

4:00pm - 4:30pm

Online

Description:
In this session, Dr Leanne Compton, VCAA Curriculum Manager, Design and Technologies will provide an update reviewing the study design for VCE Food Studies - what went well and what could be done even better! Frequently asked questions will also be addressed. Attend the live session or view recording at your convenience.

Feb
12
Wed

VCE Food Studies Planning Day

9:00am - 2:30pm

ONLINE via Zoom

Description:
Whether you are a first-time teacher of VCE Food Studies or an experienced teacher looking for those extra tips, this planning day will provide you with overview and planning sessions for unit 1 and/or unit 3 plus specialist sessions on understanding applied practical activities and modifying/developing assessment for units 1 & 3. The VCAA Curriculum Manager will be in attendance at all sessions to clarify and answer any queries.

Feb
14
Fri

NAT11125001 Manage classes in practical home economics contexts

12:00am - 11:59pm

Online (semester runs from 14 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.

Feb
14
Fri

NAT11125005 Teach food knowledge and skills

12:00am - 11:59pm

Online (semester runs from 14 Feb - 13 Jun 2025)

Description:
Are you an out-of-field teacher needing knowledge and skills to teach students about food from a range of perspectives including the properties and origins of food, food systems and food issues. 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 and one day face-to-face in a school kitchen setting. Upon successful completion of this unit, participants will receive a Statement of Attainment.

Feb
18
Tue

VCE Health and Human Development Unit 3 webinar (FREE)

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Online

Description:
Whether you are a first-time teacher of VCE Health and Human Development or an experienced teacher looking for those extra tips, this FREE webinar presented by Katherine Jones, Penola Catholic College will provide you with a succinct overview of unit 3 to support your teaching and learning program. Attend the live session or view the recording at your convenience.

Feb
20
Thu

VCE Health and Human Development Unit 1 webinar (FREE)

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Online

Description:
Whether you are a first-time teacher of VCE Health and Human Development or an experienced teacher looking for those extra tips, this FREE webinar presented by Chrissy Collins, Huntingtower School, will provide you with a succinct overview of unit 1 to support your teaching and learning program. Attend the live session or view the recording at your convenience.

Mar
7
Fri

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.

Mar
24
Mon

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.

Mar
25
Tue

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.

Apr
8
Tue

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.