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Why flexible & online learning is more important than ever
Students need the ability to study and continue progressing toward their goals especially while life happens. Students are often juggling working and studying with more of what life throws at us, it’s safe to say a level of flexibility while studying is helpful. The effects of living life during a pandemic with more lockdowns than not mean we need solutions to keep things moving in and out of lockdowns. You won’t miss a beat at FYI Education & Training as during lockdowns all of our studies move online.
Are you getting enough ‘play’ in your life? Why playtime is important for children & adults
Play allows children to use their creativity while developing their imagination, dexterity, and physical, cognitive, and emotional strength. Play is important to healthy brain development. It is through play that children at a very early age engage and interact in the world around them. Play allows children to create and explore a world they can master, conquering their fears while practicing adult roles, sometimes in conjunction with other children or adult caregivers. As they master their world, play helps children develop new competencies that lead to enhanced confidence and the resiliency they will need to face future challenges. Resource, Pediatrcicsaaapplications.
Thinking of studying? Hear advice from our students & trainers
“My advice to other students if you’re passionate it just do it may seem like it’s a lot of work but getting the practice in writing your observation in your assessments and learning from the trainers that have experience in the industry just soak it all in and get as much as you can out of that they’re there to help you. I did just want to add. With me having dyslexia gives a lot of anxiety when it comes to study school kind of environments….
Learn more about our Values at FYI Education & Training
FYI Education & Training has been operating since 2007. For 14 years most of our growth has been from student referrals. It makes us proud to see our students success and to be one of the long standing Registered Training Organisation’s (RTO) in Victoria.
We are ever evolving especially in the current world and climate. Earlier this year we established an updated mission statement, vision and values as a RTO.
Thinking of studying & working in the childcare industry? Hear from graduate student Silvana
The best parts about studying at FYI? “Just having good team behind you and the support. Andrea was fantastic, in all the submissions she really helped me through them. She was fantastic. She makes the time of the day to help you out. you can contact her anytime she will get back to you. And ask you what you need help with. I came in a few times and she helped me out. She has real patience to help students.”
Your guide to Practical Placement with FYI Education & Training
When does Practical Placement get organised?
Our Placement Coordinator will be in contact with you if you are enrolled in face to face learning within the first 6 weeks of your course. If you are studying online, it will be within the completion of your first 6 units. We will speak with you to organise facilities that best suit you.
Thinking of studying the Certificate IV in Leisure & Health? Hear from recent graduate student Irena
Irena has recently graduated from her Certificate IV in Leisure & Health and has shown great passion and dedication throughout her studies.
“The first thing is the flexibility because of work it was good to study around my work days. Also my trainer Colleen was a lovely teacher and if something was hard to understand, she would always explain it to us. Everyone else in the office also including Ned & Maree were so lovely and whatever you ask for they will help you. Everything is so positive, I have nothing negative to say.”
Feel more motivated with a walk, the impact straight from our students #virtualclass #selfcare
Our recent article on self-care 101 for students outlined some tips for self-care.
Checking in with our students is important and we love to see our trainers take initiative and check in with their students.
Student Survey Results, Above State Average with Strong Student Outcomes
The Department of Education and Training releases yearly results of Student Satisfaction Surveys completed by students who undertake higher education courses throughout Victoria. Student Satisfaction Survey In 2021, over 57,300 Victorian students across more than 290 Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) participated in the survey.
Are they really OK? Ask them today. Your conversation could change a life, R U OK?
It’s R U OK Day and we are proud to support the conversation around mental health. To all our students, trainers and anyone in our community, we hope you are doing well and we are here to support you.