At Butler Diaries, we understand that quality outcomes for children begin with empowered, informed, and confident educators. That’s why our growing collection of early childhood professional development courses is designed specifically for educators working in a variety of Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) settings — from long day care to family day care, OSHC, and kindergartens. Each course provides practical tools, real-world examples, and links directly to the EYLF/MTOP v2.0, NQS, and the cycle of planning, helping educators meet their professional goals while supporting meaningful learning experiences for children.
Our ECEC professional learning series includes short, targeted tutorials and guides and in-depth professional development programs, so educators can choose what suits their role, goals, and schedule. From understanding how to document critical reflections to mastering the cycle of planning through your programming diary, these courses are designed to make complex requirements more approachable — and more achievable.
We believe early childhood professional development should feel relevant and directly applicable to your daily practice. That’s why our courses are built around the realities of working in early learning environments — busy days, multiple responsibilities, and the need for practical, time-saving strategies. Whether you’re an Educational Leader mentoring your team, a Family Day Care educator managing it all, or a Nominated Supervisor overseeing service operations, there’s something here to support you.
Our library of ECEC professional learning includes tutorials on using specific diaries and tools, like the Programming and Reflection Diary, FDC Compliance Checklist Diary, and Educational Leader Diary. These tutorials show educators how to use these tools not just for documentation, but for enhancing practice, planning intentionally, and staying organised. Each course highlights how to align documentation with EYLF/MTOP learning outcomes, Principles, and Practices, as well as regulatory requirements.
In addition to diary-based training, our early childhood professional development courses also take a deeper dive into core teaching and leadership concepts. Programs like the Cycle of Planning Professional Development Program support educators to critically reflect on their practice and plan with purpose. Each course is structured to support both new educators building their foundational knowledge and experienced professionals wanting to refresh and refine their approach.
What sets our ECEC professional learning apart is our focus on educator wellbeing and confidence. These courses are designed to reduce the overwhelm often associated with documentation and compliance. Through practical examples, templates, and reflective prompts, educators learn how to simplify their processes without compromising on quality — making learning visible, purposeful, and aligned with national standards.
All courses are available online, with flexible, self-paced learning so educators can build their skills at a time and pace that suits them. Upon completion, many include certificates that can be used toward ongoing professional learning hours, helping you meet your regulatory and personal development requirements. Whether you're working toward a performance goal, preparing for Assessment and Rating, or simply want to feel more confident in your role, our early childhood professional development supports you every step of the way.
If you're ready to take the next step in your ECEC journey, explore our full range of ECEC professional learning courses today. Because when educators grow, so do the children in their care — and professional learning should always be a tool for empowerment, not pressure.
