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ReLATE
Creating Safe, Connected, and Engaged Learning Environments
This transformative three-day course is designed for teachers, education support staff, and school leaders who are dedicated to creating classroom environments that meet the needs of all learners, especially those affected by stress, adversity, or trauma.
Grounded in the evidence-informed ReLATE Education Model, this course draws on practices successfully implemented in MacKillop’s specialist schools and mainstream ReLATE partner schools across Australia. Participants will gain practical, research-backed strategies to foster inclusion, connection, and academic engagement for every student.
Through reflective learning and collaborative dialogue, participants will explore how to:
Understand the Impact of Trauma on Student Development and Behaviour.
Establish Safety, Value, and Connection as Foundations for Learning.
Design and Respond for Engagement and Belonging.
Foster a Shared Responsibility for a Flourishing Learning Culture.
Next Face-to-Face Session
25-27 August
237 Cecil Street, South Melbourne
Face to Face
Child Safety - Governance
This professional learning will deepen knowledge and understanding of the governing body’s obligations in relation to the Child Safe Standards. These self-paced online learning modules are designed for school governing bodies, including school boards and councils so they can ensure that school policies, procedures and practices are compliant with Ministerial Order 1359 and child safety is prioritised across all dimensions of the school culture.
This training supports school governing bodies to meet their annual regulatory requirements and to effectively ensure the safety and wellbeing of children in educational settings. The 12 modules offer self-paced, interactive content, including scenario-based examples and quizzes, to deepen participants' knowledge of creating and maintaining child-safe schools. Each module is crafted to ensure participants can engage at their own pace, with progress saved as they advance, making it convenient to complete in a single session or at different times.
E-Learning
Child Safety - Schools
These self-paced online learning modules will deepen knowledge and understanding of the Child Safe Standards, in Victoria, for school leaders and staff. This professional learning will help schools ensure that their policies, procedures and practices are compliant with Ministerial Order 1359, and child safety is prioritised and reflected across all dimensions of the school culture.
These modules support schools to create, strengthen and maintain a child-safe environment; emphasising prevention of child harm and ensuring children's safety and wellbeing in a school setting. Each module is crafted to ensure participants can engage at their own pace, with progress saved as they advance, making it convenient to complete in a single session or at different times.
E-Learning
ReLATE
Reducing Burnout and Cultivating Sustainable Professional Growth
This transformative three-day course is designed for school principals and leaders who are committed to creating thriving, resilient school communities. Grounded in the evidence-informed ReLATE Educator Wellbeing Framework, this course offers practical and research-backed approaches that have successfully reduced educator burnout and secondary traumatic stress in schools across Australia.
Participants will engage in reflective learning and collaborative dialogue as they explore how to:
Next Face-to-Face Training
30th July to 1st August
237 Cecil Street, South Melbourne
Face to Face
ReLATE
This NSW NESA and ACT TQI accredited proficient teacher professional learning course, equips educators with the knowledge and strategies to create trauma-responsive classrooms. Participants will explore the impact of trauma and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) on student behaviour and learning. The course introduces practical, evidence-based approaches to support students' mental health and promote positive behaviour.
Through engaging presentations, group discussions, and practical activities, educators will learn how to establish predictable routines, manage challenging behaviours respectfully, and foster safe, inclusive learning environments. Key models and strategies covered include High Impact Engagement Strategies, Collaborative Proactive Solutions, and self-regulation techniques to mitigate stress and build resilience in students.
Participants will leave the course with actionable strategies to apply immediately in their classrooms, creating environments where all students feel safe, engaged, and supported in their learning journey.
Priority Area: Student/Child Mental Health
Teaching Standards:
4.1.2, 4.2.2, 4.3.2
Next Face-to-Face Sessions
25th June - Sydney - Level 1, 38 Prince Street, Blacktown, 2148
26th June - Canberra - Level 2, 40 Cameron Avenue, Belconnen, 2617
Face to Face
ReLATE
Enhancing Awareness and Building Confidence to Support Student Wellbeing
Mental health challenges among students are on the rise, impacting their learning, relationships, and overall wellbeing. This program equips school leaders, educators, staff and Queensland education personnel with practical knowledge and strategies to recognise, respond to, and support students experiencing mental health challenges, ensuring a proactive and inclusive school environment.
This One-Day online training program is designed by a multi-disciplinary team of school leaders, clinical, mental health and cultural teams. It is ideal for those who have any interaction with students including principals, school leaders, wellbeing leaders, teaching staff, school support staff and education personnel.
MHEALTH Headstart (One-Day) is a foundational program designed for school leadership and teaching staff to develop essential mental health literacy, practical response skills, and strategies to foster a supportive school environment.
Topics Covered
- Mental health definitions, key statistics, and common challenges in schools.
- Recognising early warning signs of anxiety, depression, and trauma-related stress.
- Understanding the impact of external factors on student wellbeing.
- Practical response strategies and educator responsibilities in supporting students.
- Communication and active listening techniques for student engagement
Face to Face
Power to Kids
Power to Kids Workforce Training focuses on prevention strategy 1; to upskill out of home and residential carer workers with the confidence to have 'brave conversations' about sexual safety. This training builds carers capabilities to prevent, identify and intervene early when they see indicators of abuse.
Learning
Conference
Face to Face
ReLATE
Supporting Student Safety, Connection, and Adaptive Behaviour
This practical two-day course is designed for school leaders, teachers, and education support staff who work directly with students experiencing dysregulation in school environments. Grounded in the Attune & Apply student dysregulation support framework, this course equips participants with the knowledge and skills to safely support students in distress and guide them toward emotional regulation and prosocial behaviour.
Developed and refined through implementation in MacKillop’s specialist settings and ReLATE schools across Australia, the framework offers practical, relationship-based approaches for responding to dysregulated behaviour in real time while building students’ long-term coping capacity.
Throughout the course, participants will explore how to:
Implement Proactive Strategies to Support Student Safety and Engagement
Understand and Respond to Maladaptive Behaviour
Co-Regulate Effectively During Moments of Student Distress
Position Educators and Teams for Success
Next Face-to-Face Session
14th & 15th August
237 Cecil Street, South Melbourne
Face to Face
Already a therapy dog facilitator? Just getting started? Or exploring the idea of working in this rewarding field?
Working with children and young people in real-world settings can bring unexpected situations many of which aren't covered in standard training or theory. Practice can be messy, dynamic, and full of surprises.
Ever had someone rush up to your dog without asking? Found yourself in a session where emotions escalated quickly? Wondered how to respond when your dog is overwhelmed or unsure?
If you've experienced moments like these or want to be prepared for them this workshop is for you.
Real-World Applications for Therapy Dog Facilitators - is a dynamic, in-person workshop that will equip you with practical strategies and techniques you can immediately apply to your own work. The workshop includes pre-recorded demonstrations of real-life scenarios drawn from authentic practice allowing us to explore common challenges and effective responses without placing stress on therapy dogs during the session.
Date:Friday 11 July, 10am-2pm
Location:¯MacKillop Family Services Head Office, 237 Cecil Street, South Melbourne
Early bird pricing $99 until 30th June (usually $159). This event can be accessed through funding, contact us to explore.
Places are limited- register now to secure your spot. We'd love to see you there!
Proudly hosted by the Paw Pals Program at MacKillop Family Services. We extend our thanks to Petstock Foundation our major partner, of their support of this event.
Face to Face
Power to Kids
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