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Child Agency Toolkit

See more availability in Child Agency Toolkit Series

Online

Starts 14 April 2026 7:00pm
Enrolment closes 09 April 2026

Please select from the enrolment options below:

NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission Grant Program Funded

For professionals providing services to NDIS-funded clients ONLY. You will be required to comply with eligibility criteria provided at the next step.

per person

Self Funded Place

inc GST per person

Cost per person:

$440.00

Inclusions:

90 minute webinar, 3 x 90 minute live Peer Learning Sessions and access to 3 resources. *The course is free for professionals providing services to NDIS-funded clients.

Designed for:

This learning package is designed to be relevant and beneficial for a wide range of professionals working with children (0-18), including therapists, therapy assistants, disability support workers, family support workers, educators and teachers and child protection workers.

Duration:

You will gain access to the course 2 weeks prior to the first peer learning session for the course in which you are enrolled. You will need to be available for the live Peer Learning Sessions at the times as advertised.

Delivery:

Online

Pre-requisites:

None

Course Overview

Group Session dates:

Tuesday 14 April from 7-8:30pm (AEST)
Tuesday 12 May from 7-8:30pm (AEST)
Tuesday 9 June from 7-8:30pm (AEST)

Are you ready to transform your approach to working with children? Join us to learn how to empower children and create a more inclusive future. Our innovative new course will deepen your understanding of Child Agency – a groundbreaking concept that empowers children to become confident, active decision-makers in their own lives.

Child agency is a human right that involves children having the power to make choices, share their opinions, and be part of decision-making processes. These skills grow and develop over time with practice and support.

Key benefits

Gain a deep understanding of Child Agency: Learn about child agency and why it's an essential component of contemporary practice
Access valuable resources: Gain access to resources that are effective in supporting the implementation of child agency in your work
Network with like-minded professionals: Connect with other professionals in the Peer Learning Sessions, where you'll learn from each other, develop effective solutions, and build a network of support
Make a positive impact on children's lives: Consider each family's unique values and culture when applying child agency to promote child-safe and neurodiversity-affirming environments.

The Child Agency Toolkit equips you with the knowledge, skills, and resources to centre the perspectives of children in your work.

Enrol now and unlock the potential for a more inclusive and empowering environment for every child.

: Understand the concept of Child Agency, its importance in children's rights, and its impact on development.
Identify factors influencing Child Agency, understand diverse perspectives, and implement strategies to support it.
Explore approaches to handling differing perspectives, the cultural context of Child Agency, and resources for support.
Develop strategies to actively involve children in decision-making and elicit their perspectives.
Understand the importance of caregiver involvement and plan approaches to engage them in discussions about Child Agency.
Explore how to identify a child's strengths and interests and incorporate them into your support.
: Karlie Baker Speech Pathologist

Karlie is a passionate Certified Practising Speech Pathologist with over 10 years of experience working with children and families in regional Victoria. She is committed to a collaborative, strengths-based approach—partnering with families to highlight their and their children's unique abilities and support children in developing skills that enhance their independence and dreams. Ensuring every child and family feels heard and valued is integral to her professional outlook. As a current Noah's Ark Team Leader, Karlie supports the growth and development of professionals and teams to deliver high quality services in regional areas.

Funded by the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission Grants Program.

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