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4.5 Webinar PD HOURS

Event Details

29/10/2026

9.30am - 3.00pm - Log on between 9.15am and 9.30am Victorian Time

Live Streamed Webinar (Zoom)

All Teachers and support staff, coaches mentors & support personnel of any level.

$294 + GST

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Booking Conditions

No applications for this program will be accepted after all vacancies have been filled. Unsuccessful applicants will have their monies refunded in full. Cancellation prior to two weeks before the program date (cut-off date) will incur a 15% service charge per applicant. This program will be payable in full for cancellations made on or after the cut-off date or for failure to attend the program. All cancellations must be in writing and emailed to us. In the event of insufficient applications this program will not proceed and registration monies be fully refunded. In the event of this program being cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances registration monies only will be refunded as Critical Agendas will not accept liability for the payment of any other associated costs. Critical Agendas reserves the right to vary the advertised programs prior to commencement. Please note Critical Agendas reserves the right to transfer participants from face to face to webinar format with price adjustments (if required), should minimum numbers not be met for face to face event

Safeguarding Teacher Wellbeing

New research shows the rate of depression, anxiety and stress experienced by Australia’s teaching workforce is three times the national norm. Teachers’ ability to manage workloads was identified as a key factor influencing their mental health. Those who reported their workload as unmanageable were significantly more likely to experience depressive symptoms, which in turn were strongly associated with their intentions to leave the profession. (The Educator Australia, August 2025)

This workshop explores practical tools and strategies to help manage teacher workload and stress; AND invites teachers to invest in evidence-based techniques and practices that protect and optimise wellbeing.

Core topics:

  • Time management strategies
  • Working smarter, not harder
  • Self-management tools
  • Stress management techniques
  • Protective factors that safeguard wellbeing
  • Self-care practices
Critical Agendas Speaker
Presented by Critical Agendas

Sally Learey

Sally Learey is a renowned keynote speaker, author and education consultant with expertise in teaching, training, positive psychology, coaching and counselling. With experience across adult education and both primary and secondary sectors throughout Australia, she brings a grounded, real world understanding of how people learn and thrive.
The author of eight best selling books, Sally is known for making complex ideas accessible and practical. Her seven children’s books blend fact and fiction to educate, entertain and inspire young readers, while her adult non fiction title offers clear, actionable guidance for personal growth.
In her workshops, Sally equips teachers, leaders, and administrative staff with evidence based mindsets and strategies that create meaningful, lasting impact. Her sessions are engaging, practical and designed to build confidence, capability and connection within school communities.

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