WDEA Works News

March 06, 2018

How humans are like chocolate bars… and three things you can do to avoid being left on the jobseeker shelf

As much as we might wish it wasn’t the case, first impressions are vital when...
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February 27, 2018

Including people with a disability in your workplace fosters success… the why and the how

Remember when, back 30, even 40 years ago, it was rude to speak about someone’s...
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February 20, 2018

Fact: Education + Training = Better Job Prospects

Statistics show adding education and training to your experience generates a powerful equation when you’re...
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February 13, 2018

5 examples of how ‘working for nothing’ can lead to something

Volunteering – it’s one of those things that people seem to live for, or avoid...
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February 06, 2018

The four things employers want to see in their potential employees

Yes, every employer, every workplace, every job and every job seeker is different… But there’s...
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January 30, 2018

WDEA Works Foundation grants close Friday 2 February

Community-based programs that will increase people’s employability and social activity have until this Friday this...
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January 23, 2018

Mature-age job seekers – what employers want

Are you starting the new year with a resolution to find a new job? The RIGHT job?  While a lot of businesses might be either too busy at the moment to consider new employees, or...
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November 08, 2017

What influences children’s capacity to learn, and their love for it

We all know people who genuinely love to learn, or who are naturally good at it. It’s who they are. But research shows that knowing how to learn – and enjoying the process – comes...
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November 01, 2017

Over 95% satisfaction with WDEA Works training

WDEA Works’ Training division isn’t just about finding a job that you love. The means to finding that job can also be satisfying… and the latest studies of our past students indicates that doing a...
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October 25, 2017

Early childhood education course pays off for Maryborough educator

WDEA Works’ flexible training delivery model and diligence of its trainers has helped a Maryborough childhood educator develop her skills, qualifications and, ultimately, workplace standing, whilst doing the work she loves. Maryborough-based Liesbeth commenced her...
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October 18, 2017

Five reasons to consider a career in childhood education

Challenging. Rewarding. Hilarious. Important. NECESSARY! Providing early childhood education and care is many things – including a career that is growing fast. Here’s five reasons why it’s something you should consider if you’re looking to...
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October 16, 2017

What affects children’s learning? Sowing the seeds of lifelong learning

What is it that impacts a child’s capacity to learn? It is now well-recognised that the early years of life are crucial to a child’s capacity to learn as teenagers and even adults; early childhood...
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