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Manager's Mega Training Day

Christchurch 
1 April 2026
When it comes to navigating New Zealand's ever-evolving early childhood education landscape, you can’t go past the trusted expertise of Sue Kurtovich.

$275.00 inc GST per person
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Manager’s Mega Training Day

Every year, Sue embarks on a road trip across the country, bringing with her an unmissable series of seminars designed specifically for those leading ECE services. If you're ready to stay ahead of the curve in our rapidly changing regulatory environment and sharpen your management skills, look no further!

Perfect for ECE managers who want to stay up-to-date with critical regulations and learn innovative management techniques.

A must-attend event packed with essential ECE and employment regulation updates, plus tips and strategies to master your role.

Location

Quality Hotel Elms, 456 Papanui Road, Christchurch

Date

Wednesday 1 April, 2026

Time

Registration from 8.30am, Seminar from 9.00am - 3.00pm

Sue will cover in this session: 

1. COMPLIANCE

Learn in plain language;
all you need to know to understand and stay compliant with the
significant changes to the :
  • Education and Training Act
  • Education (Early Childhood Services) Regulations
  • Licensing Criteria for Early Childhood Education and Care Centres Amendment
  • Criteria 2025

2. FINANCIAL

Viability and Sustainability
with guest presenter Expert ECE Accountant Mark Salmon, Rubiix Accountants

3. MARKETING:

Standing out from the crowd
  • Learn how to craft a marketing message that attracts the parents you want and need

4. ECE BUSINESS SURVEY

Highlights;
from the Kurtovich Consulting ECE Business Survey 2026

5. YOUR TEAM

Getting is right from the start: 
select and induct the right employees who fit with your budget, your centre culture and your existing team members.

Learn how to:
  • Assess need – the factors to consider to fit with your roster and your budget
  • Advertise to attract the right candidates
  • Interview, evaluate and select the most suitable new team member
  • Follow correct appointment procedures
  • Undertake a structured induction process
  • Use the 90 day trial period effectively

6. Personal Growth

Working Under Pressure
Learn why you should consider inviting a mentor into your professional life

What is included?

  • Seminar handouts
  • Tea and coffee on arrival
  • Morning tea
  • Lunch
Special dietary requirements to be advised at registration

Ticket price: $275.00 GST inclusive

Terms and conditions of registration:
If Kurtovich Consulting cancels this seminar for any reason, all fees will be refunded. If a registrant cancels prior to 14 days before the seminar, they will receive a refund of half the registration fee. After that, no refunds will be given, but a registrant may substitute another person at no extra cost. Registrants who fail to attend the seminar will not be given a refund.

Content:
2026 is a complex year for ECE Managers, with a raft of new legislation that needs to be understood and implemented, and considerable pressure on centre viability.

Join Sue Kurtovich, ECE Regulatory and Management Specialist, together with special guest presenter Mark Salmon, Rubiix Accountants, for a full day of learning, shaped around these two critical themes.
About the presenter

Sue Kurtovich

Sue Kurtovich is a highly experienced and trusted voice in the early childhood sector in New Zealand. She is our "go-to" person for factual information and reliable updates on policy and regulatory updates in early childhood education.

Sue has created a range of useful courses and recorded webinars to support ECE managers and center owners, which are available for single purchase or through our membership subscription.

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