Residential Care Learning & Development Strategy

The Residential Care Learning and Development Strategy (RCLDS) aims to improve outcomes for children and young people living in residential care. RCLDS works to achieve this aim by providing training to Victorian residential care workers, fully funded by the Victorian government.

RCLDS Strategic Framework

The RCLDS Strategic Framework 2024-26 outlines a shared commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people living in residential care by contributing to workforce development and celebrating excellence

RCLDS Training

The Centre offers range of fully funded training tailored to the Residential Care workforce.

RCLDS Resource Hub

Resources for the residential care workforce to support their wellbeing, service delivery, and safety as they continue to care for children and young people in residential care.

Residential Care Workforce Research

In 2022, the Residential Care Learning Development Strategy (RCLDS) commissioned research to gain a better picture of the Victorian Residential Care Workforce. We gathered insights from residential care providers representing over 2,000 residential care staff.

RCLDS news and updates

The latest news, research and updates on what is happening across the Residential Care sector.

Report On Government Services 2023: Child Protection

Report On Government Services 2023: Child Protection

The Productivity Commission has released its annual Report on Government Services, providing information on the equity, effectiveness, and efficiency of government services in Australia. Below are the relevant findings for..

Residential Care Workforce Research 2022

Residential Care Workforce Research 2022

In 2022, the Residential Care Learning Development Strategy (RCLDS) commissioned research to gain a better picture of the Victorian Residential Care Workforce. We gathered insights from residential care providers representing..

ResiROCKS

ResiROCKS is an annual event that brings together residential care workers from across Victoria. This event recognises and celebrates practice excellence and cultivates a culture of learning and innovation and the sharing of knowledge and ideas.

ResiROCKS 2023 was our biggest event ever with 18 agencies from across Victoria represented for a full day of celebrations of the incredible work of our residential care workers.

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