A-5 Masterclass

Mastering Absence Rules

This self-paced module unpacks absence rules such as, the 3-week rule, extended non-operations, frequent absence guidelines, exemptions, and emergency closures.
Led by Sue Kurtovich, one of NZ’s most trusted experts in early childhood funding, compliance, and governance
This module is $59 per person 
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This is a self-paced module, learn on-demand anytime, from any device. 

Feeling unsure about managing your absence report correctly? 

Absences happen , but understanding the rules is critical for keeping your funding intact.

This module unpacks the 3-week rule, extended non-operations, frequent absence guidelines, exemptions, and emergency closures so you’re always ready and ensuring your funding claims are compliant.

Who is this for?

Essential information for anyone in an administration or management role in an NZ early childhood education service.

Learning Time

This self-paced module is approximately 1 hour of learning time.

Skill Level

Suitable for beginner to experienced ECE administrators, managers and owners. 

Sue Kurtovich

Early Childhood Management Consultant
Expert advice, support and mentoring for ECE centre owners, boards, and managers.
  • Specialist in early childhood education (ECE) centre administration and management
  • Over 30 years of sector experience
  • Extensive knowledge of the ECE regulatory environment
  • Strong policy and advocacy background
  • Confident and competent public speaker
  • Developer, designer and presenter of professional learning and development programmes
  • Former childcare centre owner, manager and administrator - 15 years
  • Former President of the largest representative body of licensed early childhood education centres in New Zealand, the Early Childhood Council (ECC) and Chief Executive - 12 years
  • Advisor, Life Member and Patron of the Early Childhood Council

What others said about this Masterclass:

Utimate training school makes it really simple for people to reach their full potential and deliver their message in a practical way.
— Grace Walsh
Utimate training school makes it really simple for people to reach their full potential and deliver their message in a practical way.
— Grace Walsh
Utimate training school makes it really simple for people to reach their full potential and deliver their message in a practical way.
— Grace Walsh

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