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National Workforce Census (NWC)
Research Areas
Education +
Knowledge
Workforce +
Economy
Project Status
The NWC is an important data collection to provide a national overview of the early childhood education and care workforce in Australia.
Partner
Australian Government Department of Education.
Aims + Outcomes
The National Workforce Census is a critical element to help inform and develop government policies and programs, like the new National Children’s Education and Care Workforce Strategy, to ensure that high quality early childhood education and care services are provided to young children and their families.
Methods
The National Workforce Census involves three phases: register, prepare and complete.
Insight
25%
Master project template 2: insight 1. 25% of … say that … this is a test.
20%
Master project template 2: Of those who were a part in activities, around 1 in 5 were representing their town, city or state.
1 in 10
Master project template: An upward trend in student interest in x,y,z and 1 in 10 students mentioned that this was a sample insight.
Impact
ABC
Who is hiring for those with disabilities?
ABC
Who is hiring for those with disabilities?
ABC
Who is hiring for those with disabilities?
Have you been contacted to participate?
Who participates?
The NWC is a mandatory requirement for all approved child care providers under section 67FH of A New Tax System (Family Assistance) (Administration) Act 1999 (Family Assistance Administration Act) and is one of the conditions for continued provider approval under the family assistance law.
Dedicated preschools and kindergartens also play a significant role in children’s education, and their participation in the census is crucial to ensure accurate data is captured for the entire sector.
What are the benefits?
How does it work?
The 2024 Early Childhood Education and Care National Workforce Census is closed.
Resources
National Workforce Census
National Workforce Census
How do we ensure privacy is protected?
Get in touch
Further information?
The 2024 Early Childhood Education and Care National Workforce Census is closed. More information at education.gov.au/early-childhood/nwc. If you have further questions about the NWC compliance or need to update the service information please contact the Department of Education directly at ECEC-NWC@education.gov.au
FAQs
NWC FAQs
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